Chavara Inter-Religious Cenre

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Chavara Inter-Religious Centre

Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara promoted the use of art and drama as a means of education and spiritual development. He saw the arts as a powerful tool for social and religious reform, writing his own works and establishing printing presses to distribute them widely

Inter Religious Centre

Chavara Inter-Religious Centre promotes peace, dialogue, and harmony among diverse faiths through seminars, cultural exchange, and community understanding programs
  • Fr. Anil Philip CMI ( Director )
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Chavara Cultural Centre Kochi

Inter Religious Centre

The Chavara Inter-Religious Centre, a vital initiative of Chavara Cultural Centre, Kochi, fosters peace, dialogue, and harmony among diverse faiths. Guided by the vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, the Centre promotes understanding and cooperation between different religious communities, emphasizing shared values and mutual respect. Through seminars, workshops, cultural exchanges, and community programs, the Centre encourages constructive dialogue, collaboration, and awareness about global and local social issues. It provides a platform for leaders, scholars, and youth to engage in meaningful conversations that strengthen interfaith relationships and promote social cohesion. The Centre also organizes peace initiatives, collaborative projects, and educational sessions to inspire tolerance, empathy, and social responsibility among participants. By creating opportunities for interaction and learning, the Chavara Inter-Religious Centre helps build a more inclusive, understanding, and harmonious society.

  • Chavara Cultural Centre Kochi

    Near South Metro Station

  • Ernakulam South

  • Karikkamuri

  • Ph : 9495142011 / 9400068680

    chavarakochi@gmail.com

World Fellowship of Inter Religious Councils

World Fellowship of Inter-Religious Councils (WFIRC) – Chavara Cultural Centre, Kochi The Chavara Cultural Centre, Kochi, actively participates in the World Fellowship of Inter-Religious Councils (WFIRC), a global platform dedicated to fostering peace, dialogue, and collaboration among diverse religious communities. Through this international network, the Centre contributes to initiatives that promote mutual understanding, tolerance, and cooperative action for social harmony worldwide. As part of WFIRC, the Centre engages in interfaith seminars, global conferences, and cultural exchange programs, creating opportunities for leaders, scholars, and youth to collaborate on projects addressing ethical, social, and humanitarian challenges. These initiatives strengthen cross-cultural relationships and highlight shared values across faiths. By connecting local efforts with global inter-religious movements, the Chavara Cultural Centre underscores its commitment to building a peaceful, inclusive, and socially responsible society, reflecting the vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara for education, dialogue, and service to humanity.