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CSI Church Zionpuram

Worship · Fellowship · Service

our story

A living heritage of faith

Zionpuram CSI Church stands within the mission heritage of South Travancore, shaped by worship, fellowship, education, and service.

1806 Mission begins in Travancore
1809 First church dedicated
19th c. Pastorate ordained
200+ Years of witness
church history

Rooted in mission

Zionpuram pastorate church was established by the first missionary, Rev. William Tobias Ringeltaube. The church has been fulfilling the aims and objectives of extending the kingdom of God, giving broad way for the flourishing of Christianity and enlightening various parts of South India.

The existence of the church nurtured Sunday School, Women's Fellowship, Christian Endeavour, and the Young Men's Christian Association — ministries that continue to strengthen families in faith and service.

CSI Church Zionpuram at night Church campus
mission & vision

What guides us

Our mission

To glorify God through worship, proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, nurture families in faith, and serve the community with compassion.

Our vision

To be a Christ-centred church family rooted in prayer, fellowship, discipleship, and service.

heritage timeline

Faithful through the generations

1806 — Early mission roots

Rev. William Tobias Ringeltaube entered South Travancore, laying foundations for Protestant witness in the region.

1809 — First church dedicated

The dedication of the first Protestant church in South Travancore marked a milestone in the spread of the Gospel.

19th c. — Growth of witness in South India

The Gospel spread through worship, education, and service, shaping congregations across the region.

Today — Congregational worship and ministries

Sunday School, Women's Fellowship, Youth Fellowship, Christian Endeavour, and the YMCA continue the church's mission.

ministries

Serving every age and season of life.

Each ministry plays a vital role in nurturing faith and strengthening the spiritual life of the congregation.

Children

Sunday School

A welcoming place for children to learn God's word and belong to the church family.

Women

Women's Fellowship

Prayer, encouragement and service that strengthens women in faith and church life.

Youth

Youth Fellowship

Guiding young people in faith, Christian character and active church participation.

Faith

Christian Endeavour

Nurturing discipleship, commitment and service among members of every age.

Service

Young Men's Christian Association

Fellowship and service rooted in Christ, reaching out to the wider community.