Meet Our Vicar
Serving the faithful of St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta through worship, pastoral care, and the living traditions of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
OUR SHEPHERD
A Shepherd for Our Parish
Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer has faithfully served as the Vicar of St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta since November 15, 2021. Appointed by His Grace Dr. Zacharias Mar Aprem, former Assistant Metropolitan of the Diocese of South-West America, he continues the parish’s mission through worship, pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and community service. Under his leadership, the parish remains rooted in the Orthodox faith while growing together as one family in Christ.
Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer
Vicar
St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta
HIS JOURNEY
A Life of Faith and Service
Early Life
Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer was born on May 31, 1963, in Kallooppara, Kerala, to the late Mr. K. T. Eapen and Mrs. Marykutty Eapen.
Education and Formation
His academic and theological formation includes a Bachelor of History from Mahatma Gandhi University, a Bachelor of Divinity from Serampore University, and a Graduate of Sacred Theology from the Orthodox Theological Seminary in Kottayam.
PASTORAL MINISTRY
A Life of Ministry
Through prayer, worship, teaching, and compassionate pastoral care, Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer serves the spiritual needs of our parish family. His ministry reflects the enduring traditions of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church while nurturing faith, fellowship, and Christian discipleship within our community.
Holy Qurbana
Celebrating the Holy Qurbana and administering the Holy Sacraments as the spiritual center of parish life.
Pastoral Care
Providing spiritual guidance, family visits, prayer, counseling, and compassionate care to parishioners.
Christian Education
Encouraging children, youth, and adults to grow in the Orthodox faith through teaching and lifelong learning.
Community Life
Strengthening fellowship, outreach, and parish ministries while building a Christ-centered community.
A Shepherd’s Welcome
A Message from Our Vicar
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
With gratitude to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I warmly welcome you to St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta. Whether you have been a member of our parish for many years or are visiting us for the first time, it is our prayer that you will experience the love of Christ, the beauty of Orthodox worship, and the fellowship of our parish family.
Our church is a place where faith is nurtured through the Holy Qurbana, the Holy Sacraments, the teachings of the Holy Church, and a life of prayer and service. Together, we strive to grow in God’s grace while preserving the rich spiritual heritage of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
I invite you and your family to join us in worship and fellowship as we journey together in faith, hope, and love. May our Lord strengthen you, bless your home, and guide you in every step of your spiritual journey.
I look forward to welcoming you personally to our parish.
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God the Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
In Christ’s love,
Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer
Vicar
St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta