Secular Institute

Services

  • Faith Formation
  • Hostel Service
  • Medical Service
  • Social Activities
The Caritas Secular Institute gives utmost importance to faith formation, considering it the foundation of personal, familial, and community life. Inspired by the Gospel values, the Institute seeks to evangelize the world through diverse ministries and creative approaches, encouraging individuals and families to live, witness, and practice their faith within the temporal realities of today’s world. Through dedicated involvement in families, parishes, and youth movements, the members of Caritas strive to nurture a deep relationship with Jesus Christ and promote Christian values rooted in love, service, and commitment.

Youth Ministry

Through organized youth programs that include classes, debates, discussions, and interactive sessions, members empower young people to deepen their faith and values. This ministry aims...

Christeen Programs

As a team, members conduct two-day and three-day Christeen programs in various Knanaya Catholic parishes. Using innovative methods and approaches that respond to changing times,...

Parish Ministry

The Caritas Secular Institute has an active presence in 12 parishes, where members participate in parish activities and ministries. Through their involvement, they accompany the...

Teaching Catechism

Members actively engage in teaching catechism in various parishes. Through this ministry, they help mold young minds and hearts, guiding children and adolescents to be...

Home Mission

Through Home Mission, the Caritas Secular Institute reaches out to families at the grassroots level. Members visit homes, offer spiritual support, pray with families, and...

Caritas Secular Institute runs five hostels for working women, offering safe, secure, and comfortable accommodation. Our hostels provide a supportive environment where women can live with dignity, peace, and confidence as they pursue their professional lives. Rooted in spiritual values, we encourage residents to lead a moral and value-based life grounded in faith in God, while fully respecting individual freedom and personal growth. We strive to create a homely atmosphere through quality, nutritious food and neat, well-maintained living spaces.

Pharmacy Hostel Caritas

Year : August 01, 1994

Caritas Secular Hostel Kottayam

Year : July 26, 2023

Caritas Bhavan Kanhangad

Year : 27/05/2004

Caritas Study house Bangalore

Year : 21/09/2002

Kannur Caritas hostel

Year : 03/04/1993

The members of the Caritas Secular Institute serve in the medical field as one of their major apostolates. Inspired by their charism to bring about the Kingdom of God through compassionate service, they dedicate themselves to caring for the sick and the needy. Following the healing mission of Christ, the members minister with love, faith, and professional commitment, especially among the suffering and marginalized.

Mar Thomas Tharayil Dental Clinic, Muttam, Thodupuzha

The Caritas Secular Institute extends its medical services through the Mar Thomas Tharayil Dental Clinic at Muttam, Thodupuzha, established to render quality dental care in...

Palliative Care

With deep dedication and prayerful commitment, members serve the terminally ill and bedridden patients through palliative care services. Their ministry focuses on providing comfort, dignity,...

Medical Camps

To reach the underserved, members participate in medical camps conducted in extremely needy and remote areas. Through these camps, they strive to fulfill the medical,...

Hospital Services

Carrying forward this mission, members serve in Caritas Hospital, Kottayam, as well as in many other hospitals and healthcare institutions, offering holistic care that addresses...

Members of the Caritas Secular Institute actively engage in social work as one of their major apostolates, inspired by their charism of bringing the Kingdom of God to the poor and the needy through Christian love and compassion. Responding to the needs of a changing world, the members extend their service in diverse social fields, striving to uplift individuals and communities with care, dignity, and hope.

Tailoring Centers

Members also take charge of tailoring centers, providing quality stitching services while creating employment opportunities for many women. These centers support skill development, economic independence,...

Counselling Center

Members offer counselling services through the PCDP, Payyavoor, addressing the needs of children, individuals, and families facing mental stress and emotional challenges. These services aim...

City Mission

Through city mission activities in the slum areas of Kottayam district, members reach out to the marginalized and experience the real struggles of urban life....

Community Development Projects

One of the major social initiatives of the Caritas Secular Institute is the Payyavoor Community Development Project (PCDP) in Kannur. Since 1982, members have been...