Worship in Song
Voices united in praise — lifting the congregation into the presence of God through the ancient hymns and sacred music of the Mar Thoma tradition.
Music as Ministry
The Parish Choir of the Mar Thoma Church of New Jersey serves as a vital part of our worship, leading the congregation in praise during the Holy Qurbana and special services. Our choral tradition draws from the rich heritage of West Syriac liturgical music, Malayali Christian hymns, and contemporary praise.
Under the dedicated direction of Mrs. Susan Alexander (Malayalam) and Mr. Thomas Jacob (English), the choir brings a blend of reverence and vitality to every service. All voices are welcome — what matters most is a heart devoted to worship.
Every Sunday at 8:45 AM & 2:00 PM at the parish church. New members always welcome.
English choir leads the 1st & 4th Sunday service (11:30 AM); Malayalam choir leads the 2nd & 3rd Sunday service (9:30 AM).
Christmas, Easter, Feast of St. Thomas, and other major celebrations feature special choral works.
Leadership
President
The Vicar of Mar Thoma Church of New Jersey, presiding over and guiding the choir ministry.
Choir Leader (Malayalam)
Leading the Malayalam choir section with devotion and musical excellence every Sunday.
Choir Leader (English)
Directing the English choir section and guiding voices in worshipful praise each week.
Joint Choir Leader (English)
Serving as Joint Choir Leader for the English section, enriching worship through music.
Secretary
Coordinating choir activities, rehearsal schedules, and communications for the ministry.
Treasurer
Managing choir finances and supporting the ministry's operational and outreach needs.
Committee Member
Serving on the choir committee, contributing to the musical life of the parish.
Committee Member
Serving on the choir committee with dedication to worship and choral excellence.
Committee Member
Serving on the choir committee, raising his voice in service to God and the congregation.
Auditor
Providing independent oversight of choir finances and ensuring financial accountability.
Choir Sections
Our choir encompasses all voice parts across the sacred repertoire. If you love to sing, there is a place for you here.
The bright upper voices that carry the melody in Malayalam and English hymns.
Rich harmonies beneath the melody, grounding the choral texture with depth.
The upper male voices that add warmth and brilliance to the ensemble sound.
The foundational voice of the choir, anchoring harmony with strength and resonance.
Accompanying the choir and congregation in every service with sensitivity and skill.
Contemporary worship and youth-service accompaniment with acoustic guitar.
Brass, strings, and other instruments invited for feast-day celebrations.
Young voices participating in Sunday School and special services — learning worship through song.