St. Stephen (Sthephanos), was the first disciple of Jesus to receive the martyr’s crown. It is learnt that Stephen was a deacon in the early Christian Church.
The Thumpamon Diocese Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam One-Day Seminar was held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Manjanikkara St. Stephen’s Jacobite Syrian Cathedral Church
During the MJSSA Thumpamon Diocese Kalolsavam (Arts Festival) held at the Manthalir St. Thomas Jacobite Syrian Cathedral Church, the Manjanikkara St. Stephen’s Sunday School secured first place, winning the overall championship for the third consecutive year.