Holy Mother of Health Church – Bhaagyapuram Kodaikanal

Contact Details:

Holy Mother of Health ChurchBhaagyapuram, KodaikanalBhaagyapuram, Kodaikanal, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu.
Parish Priest – Rev. Fr. Xavier Arul Rayan.
Church Established – 1948 (independent parish 1985).

Brief History:

Established in 1948 with a small cross structure, the community grew significantly over the decades. It became an independent parish in June 1985, initially serving 415 families. The church underwent major expansion in 2002 with a concrete roof addition measuring 30×80 feet. Under Rev. Fr. Adaikkalraj’s tenure (2015-2019), the parish experienced rapid development with multiple chapels and prayer centers constructed. The parish has produced two ordained priests and four religious sisters. It currently serves 506 families with 22 societies, and maintains six chapels including Holy Anthony Forest Chapel and Child Jesus Chapel. The feast is celebrated on September 8 and the following Saturday and Sunday.