① Patriarch
His Holiness Moran Mor Ignatius Aphrem II
Patriarch of Antioch and All the East · Holy See of Antioch
Patron Saint of our Parish
Eldho Mar Baselious Jacobite Syrian Church · Palmerston North, New ZealandUnder whose spiritual authority and guidance our parish is blessed
Patriarch of Antioch and All the East · Holy See of Antioch
Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan
Patriarchal Vicar
Welcome to Eldho Mar Baselious Jacobite Syrian Church in Palmerston North — a vibrant community of faithful believers rooted in the ancient traditions of the Syrian Orthodox Church, tracing our spiritual heritage back to the Apostolic era.
Founded in 2015, our parish serves as the spiritual home for the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Christian community in Palmerston North and surrounding areas. We celebrate the Holy Qurbana (Divine Liturgy) in the rich liturgical tradition preserved for over two thousand years.
Under the spiritual guidance of His Holiness the Patriarch and our beloved hierarchs, we strive to live out the teachings of Christ — serving our community with love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to our Orthodox faith.
Living in Orthodox tradition
Sacred liturgical celebrations
United in fellowship
Serving our parish with dedication and love
Our Sunday School nurtures the next generation of faith — guiding children and youth through biblical teachings, Orthodox tradition, and joyful community activities.
Join us in worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth throughout the week
Whether you're a long-time member or visiting for the first time, we invite you to join our church family. Experience the beauty of our ancient liturgical tradition and the warmth of our community.
Keep up with services, events, and community life
Follow our main parish page for service updates, feast day announcements, and community news.
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mjscpalmerstonnorth@gmail.comAccess service books and prayers for Holy Qurbana and daily worship
Your generosity enables our parish to flourish and serve the community
Your contributions support the Holy Qurbana, Sunday School, community activities, and the maintenance of our sacred space.
As a registered charity (CC54575), donations to our church may be eligible for a New Zealand tax credit. Please retain your bank transfer records.
For tithing, offerings, or special donations, please include your name in the Particulars field when making the transfer.
Become an official member of our parish community
We warmly welcome all Jacobite Syrian Christians and their families to register as parish members of Eldho Mar Baselious Church, Palmerston North.
Membership helps us maintain accurate parish records, keep you informed about services and events, and ensures you are connected to the sacramental life of our church community.
For queries, email us at mjscpalmerstonnorth@gmail.com .
Download, print, fill in your details, sign the declaration, and submit to the parish.
Download Form (PDF)Glimpses of our sacred space and community celebrations since 2015
