St. Thomas Men's Forum
This organization was formed during the Family & Youth Conference
in 2001, for the American Diocese. The official inauguration was held on June 16, 2002 by Their Graces Metropolitans
Dr. Geevarghese Mar Osthathios, Mathews Mar Barnabas & Zachariah Mar Nicholovos at St. Gregorios Orthodox Church,
New Hyde Park, New York.
The objectives of this Forum are:
- To achieve better harmony in families through proper orientation to life in America
- To bring spiritual leaders for lectures and presentations on family issues, particularly related to men
- To organize prayer and bible study at individual parishes on a regular basis
- Family budgeting and how to face financial issues
- Childrens' education and future- the sources of grants and scholarships, as well as the selection of
colleges and universities