St. Thomas Forane Church
St. Thomas Forane Church
Jalahalli, Banagalore, Karnataka 560 013

STYF

Prayer to St. Aloysius Gonzaga
Lord God, Saint Aloysius Gonzaga brought renewal and purification to your Church through his holiness of life and charity to the sick and dying. Lord, guide me to know my vocation and help me to live it with enthusiasm.
Amen.

About Us

One Heart, One Way—these four simple words encapsulate the essence of STYF’s mission. STYF is dedicated to character building and personality development, grounded firmly in Christian values. Today’s youth, while vibrant and energetic, often lack positive direction and a moral compass, which can lead them to pursue fleeting pleasures in search of fulfilment. The heavy emphasis on academics and career as life’s ultimate goals can leave them feeling unprepared for life’s deeper challenges, resulting in a sense of disillusionment despite outward success.

This is where STYF steps in. By offering opportunities for self-expression, social interaction, creativity, and practical wisdom, STYF creates a nurturing space where young people learn to care for, accept, and appreciate one another. Together, they form a supportive community where their voices are heard, concerns addressed, and humanity discovered through mutual support.

Building on the spiritual foundations laid in childhood, STYF fosters the growth of young men and women into individuals who are united in “One Heart,” bearing witness to Christ through their actions.

Activities

Visitation to Shalom Children’s Home: On June 23rd, 2024, STYF visited Shalom Children’s Home in Horamavu, where a donation of ₹75,000 was made to support the children’s well-being and development.

House Construction Fund: A contribution of ₹25,000 was made towards the construction of a house in Andhra Pradesh, assisting in providing shelter for a family in need.

Vachnolsavam Participation: STYF participated in the Vachnolsavam event on August 4th and 18th, 2024, celebrating the cultural and spiritual significance of the occasion.

Alpho Cup Football Tournament: STYF participated in the Alpho Cup Football Tournament on September 1st, 2024, competing with other teams and fostering the spirit of sportsmanship and community.

Events

Oct 20

STYF hosts the annual Santhome Cup, a football tournament open to churches across Bangalore. . . .

Dec 14

United Christmas, also known as UC, is the flagship event of STYF, typically held in December. . . .

Office Bearers

Rev. Fr. Joseph Thoompanal
Director  
Br. Jerin MSFS
Mentor  
Br. Albin MSFC
Mentor  
George Vareed .T
Animator  
Gesmond George Manuval
President  
Hannahmaria Thomas
Vice-President  
Anne Terese
General Secretary  
Sijo C J
Treasurer  
Shreya Johns
Secretary  
Steve Franklin
Sports Secretary  
Kevin Renold
Cultural Secretary  
Tania Paul
Councillor  
Alex John
Councillor