A parish born in faith and fellowship
CSI Tamil Parish, Al Ain was established on 29 January 1999, through the divine providence of God and the steady labour of devoted families from CSI Tamil Parish, Abu Dhabi and CSI Tamil Parish, Dubai. Our official inauguration followed soon after, on 6 February 1999, led by Rev. William Samuel of CSI Parish, Dubai and Rev. V. David, Vicar of CSI Tamil Parish, Abu Dhabi.
For the first three months, we gathered for Holy Communion in homes. Security concerns soon required us to move; in August 2000 we found a place of worship at the Hilton Hotel, and by 21 March 2001 we were welcomed into the main hall of the TEAM facility by Rev. Stantan Rubesh, the TEAM Field Chairman. The pastors of CSI Tamil Parish, Abu Dhabi tended to us faithfully through those early years - to them we are deeply grateful.
In 2007, at the Annual General Body meeting in Abu Dhabi, our request to function as an independent pastorate was approved by the CSI Synod. On 17 April 2008, The Most Rev. Dr. J. W. Gladstone, Moderator of CSI, dedicated this church to the glory of God - and gave us our first resident presbyter.
The historic Christian faith
We confess the faith summarised in the Apostles' and Nicene creeds. We worship one God - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - and hold to the authority of the Bible as the inspired Word of God. We celebrate Holy Communion, baptise believers and their children, and practise the priesthood of all believers.
We belong to the Church of South India, formed in 1947 from the union of Anglican, Methodist, Congregational, Presbyterian, and Reformed traditions. From that broad heritage we have inherited a rhythm of prayer, song, and Scripture that shapes every Saturday gathering.
Since our independence as a parish in 2008, the Lord has provided faithful shepherds for our flock - first Rev. E. Sunin Spenzer, followed by Rev. D. Isaac Sundar Singh, Rev. Davidson Paul Jacob, Rev. M. Christopher Rajendran, and Rev. S. P. Baskar. Each pastor has left a mark on our parish life, and we remain grateful for their service.
Rev. Baktha Thiyagarajan
Our current presbyter - leading the parish since June 2023.
A faithful presence among us
Rev. Baktha Thiyagarajan took over the ministry of CSI Tamil Parish, Al Ain in June 2023, succeeding Rev. S. P. Baskar. Sent to us from the Vellore Diocese, he leads our Saturday worship, teaches the midweek Bible study at the Parsonage, and walks alongside the families of our parish through every season.
If you would like to meet the pastor, arrange a home visit, or speak about a particular need - please reach out directly using the details below.
What guides us
Our mission
To make disciples of Jesus Christ among the Tamil-speaking community of Al Ain - through worship, the teaching of Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and acts of mercy.
Our vision
A Christ-centred parish where every member grows in faith, every family is nurtured, and the next generation is rooted in the love of God.
Our values
Scripture above tradition, prayer before action, hospitality without distinction, and service in humility - these mark the life of our parish.
Executive Committee
The members entrusted with shepherding the spiritual and practical life of our parish.
Rev. Baktha Thiyagarajan
Chairman · Pastor
Jein Aruputhakani
Vice President
Belfer John
Secretary
Basil Shallu
Treasurer
S. Ashok Kumar
Warden
Prem Jennifer
Committee Member
Jose Selvakumar
Committee Member
Suji Kumar
Committee Member
Where we meet
Worship venue
Kanad Hospital Church Compound, Al Ain, UAE
Pastoral office & midweek meetings
CSI Parsonage, Al Jahili, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE