Madhuker Akula
Sheetal Vyas
Catherine Bunyan
Gabriel and Rajashekar
Zakkams & David Dasari
Hemalatha Benjamin
Ms. Monica Paul
Deenabandhu
Esther Michael
Mary Sumana
Supriya Battacharya Ganguly
Alice Buraga Lymon
Elsa Damara
Sampath Daniel
Mohan Babu
Daniel Bunyan
Annie Matthews
Sunil Thumaty
AJ Manohar & Mrs Usha Manohar
A J Manohar
Along with the others who have responded more publicly than I am responding now, I am saddened by this news. I hoped you would arrive in time to see your mother before she, as you said, “entered her eternal home.” Without knowing about your habit before reading this e-mail, I wish you had arrived soon enough that you needed to stop at the duty free shop to purchase some chocolates!
That was a sweet reflection you received from David Bennett. I learned some new things about your mom and your dad. But there were some things I already knew about them because I know their son.
I know it will be a blessing for everyone in your family for you and Suneetha to be there, and I pray that the God of all comfort will minister to all of you in this moment of grief, loss, and celebration (2 Corinthians 1:3-5).
Fred Green
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing away of your dear mother. May you and the rest of the family experience God’s heavenly comfort at this time of need.
We celebrate her life as God used her to touch many lives for His glory not only in India but other parts of the world.
With our prayers,
Prem James
I pray that you can be a comfort and be comforted. I know it was hard to turn back around and make the journey back to India but I am sure you are thankful. Remember to lean into the loss you feel, shed those tears and feel what you should feel. I know when I lost my mom whom I was very close to it was always better for me to give into my emotions and it felt respectful of our relationship. Hey and don’t give up on the chocolates….I am sure she would love it if you kept it up and enjoyed the box with your family as you remember her and all she was to you.
Big hug to you,
Steve Young
Mary was a godly gifted woman with unique qualities to run a school with that many young ladies.
We bless you for carrying on the godly trajectory of your parents.
Luis and Doris
Dear Sister, sorry to hear sad news about Aunty Vijayam. Our profound condolences to the entire family. Her faith, cheerful face, discipline, devotion to God and commitment to church and ministry would be remembered always. May the Risen Lord comfort you all as you pass through this difficult time. We are praying for you all.
I’m saddened to hear about your mother, Joseph. May she be in God’s gracious hand and may the Holy Spirit console and comfort you and your family, and give you His peace.
John – Davis Management, LLC
We are very sorry to hear about Aunty .Our heartfelt condolences to you all. We share comfort in knowing Aunty is no longer suffering but in eternity with Jesus.We pray the love and comfort of God enfolds you during this difficult time. Our thoughts are prayers are with you and with the entire family.
With deepest sympathy,
Lavu’s Family
Joseph and Suneetha, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear mom. Aunty Mary was truly an amazing woman who served God’s people with her whole heart. I’m so grateful we knew her.
We pray God would provide you and your family comfort as you process her loss in your lives. Please let us know how we can pray specifically for your family and all at TENT. Take care.
Pam Valentin
She Is Safe
I just got an email from John Samuel relating the news of your mothers physical death. I am so thankful for our assurance of life everlasting, and I know that you must be reflecting on her great reunion with Jesus surrounded by the angelic hosts and great cloud of witnesses. Her righteous life is such a blessed memorial as the book of Proverbs rightly says.
We just want you to know that we are praying for all of you and the TENT family during these bittersweet days.
Your mother was such a blessing to the entire Kingdom of God. We praise God for her life of ministry and service.
God bless you all.
Phil Edwards (for the entire CCB family)
Please accept my condolences to you, Suneetha, and your children on the very recent Homegoing of your beloved mother/grandmother. She was beloved by so very many!!! She will never be forgotten for her enormously compassionate heart for the lost and ill-treated & disrespected women of India.
She will be greatly missed and long remembered. Just last week I had occasion to share some very sweet memories of her with my Indian daughter-in-law, Indera (a Muslim), as we looked
over the several pieces of pearl and gold jewelry Mary had gifted me with over the years. I hope to bequeath these to my two American/Indian granddaughters, Emi and Hana. Indera took notes in case I don’t have an opportunity to share these specific details with them.
I don’t know how or when y’all will be able to hold a memorial service for Mary in India. My heart breaks for the millions who are suffering from the pandemic. No doubt you and Suneetha have been hindered from visits because of the health dangers. May the Lord strengthen you for the days ahead and bring you the kind of comfort only our loving Father can give in times like these.
In Christ’s love, Clare
Bujji,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your loving mother. We are praying for you and your entire family. Safe travels and all the best from all the Bunyan’s.
We are saddened to learn of your mother’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. I know that you were very close to her and this loss in many ways will be unbearable especially since you are not present here. The boys and Sophie will also miss her. We pray that God will comfort you and your family and give all the strength to carry on. Your mom has entered heaven’s gates having lived a fulfilling life on earth.
This is such a sad time for all of us. Many of my relatives have also passed away and there was no way we could visit and console them.
We will remember you in our prayers.
Bujjai we are blessed by our dearest Chintamani amma. We will miss smile and calming presence. We loved journeying with her as she increased our faith and prayer life that miracles are real.
Dearest Joseph and Suneetha Trina and my heart hurts for you. Prayers over the last few days as you travel, mourn, and connect with family. Oh dear Lord be close to you!! Love, great abiding love.
I am sorry to hear about your loss. We will be praying for you and the family during these difficult times. May the God of peace comfort you and your family with His ever present Spirit. Blessings.
RESTING IN HIM,
Matt Castagna
It is with great grief i heard of the demise of Mrs. VIJAYAM . Please accept my heartfelt condolences. A noble soul has lived a purposeful life of meaning and purpose that needs to be celebrated. Her blessings will continue to guide you and the extended family.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May God continue to console and strengthen you and your extended family members during this time of grief. Praying.
Please accept our deepest condolences on passing away of your beloved mother, Mrs. Mary Vjayam this morning.
She was a blessed woman who lived her life well, served Him and went to meet her husband who is with Jesus, the living hope.
Praying for the Lord’s comfort and strength as you pass through this emotional crisis.
Chiranjeevi and Kamala
Joe so sorry to hear this. Sandy just told me and I literally was about to message you. She finished the race strong. She has been reunited with uncle and Jesus. Amazing life Joe. I rejoice in the opportunity to have known her and uncle. Including all the laughs we shared those times I saw her.
Bujjai, very sorry about Chintaunty. I can’t imagine how hard it is for you being so far away. I know you’re on your way to India so not calling now. Agnelo, Meghna and I send our deepest condolences. May her soul Rest In Peace.
I am sorry to hear that Aunty is no more with us. I thank the Lord for her life and the inspiration she provided to many young people through her deliberations and writings. May the Lord Almighty grant her Peace .
No matter how we mentally rubic cube and prepare ourselves, the final moment of a parent’s departure spilts the atom and leaves a huge crater. And in this moment, I discovered that deep grief and deep relief are two sides of the same coin the Maker tossed. My deepest condolences, my brother. She is in the presence of her Creator. May the Lord comfort all those who mourn. Amen
Very sorry to know Joseph, about mom’s demise. Praise God for her purposeful life and contributions. It is amazing how she could bring up the children in the fear of the Lord and now you are all witnesses for the Lord. One family touched, generations touched. Praise be to God.
Sorry to learn of your Mom’s departure.
God is good. He was with her till her last breath. And will be with you till your last too. That is why His name is Immanuel! All glory to Him! Amen
Madam, Vijayam uncle and aunty left a spiritual legacy on behalf of my siblings( my Dad Late . Benjamin) have many memories. We should eagerly pass on a spiritual legacy to our next generation. Vijayam aunty was our teacher in Weseley Girls High school way back in 60s.
May God comfort the bereaved family.
Good morning, sorry to hear the sad news of aunty’s sudden demise. Our heartfelt condolences to you and all the bereaved family members. We pray that God may comfort and give you the strength in this time of grief and sorrow. May aunty’s soul rest in eternal peace.
Thoughts and prayers with you and the family as you experience all the seasons of life Ecclesiastes speaks of. The Psalms also remind us weeping lasts for the night but joy comes in the morning.
Brother Joseph. We are sorry to hear that your mother went home to be with the LORD. Our condolences. We are praying for God’s comfort for you and all family members
Sad to hear about the demise of your mother heartfelt condolences pray god to give you strength to bear the loss may her soul rest in peace.
My heart and my prayers are with you and Suneetha as you return to Hyderabad, and share precious memories with your family and ministry colleagues regarding your dear mother, Mary, who has now joined your father, Dr. B.E. Vijayam, in the presence of Jesus. I cherish memories of visits and conversations with them there at the TENT campus, and my mind is flooded with all the men and women whose lives have been impacted through the ministries they launched and the people they trained over all these decades. May the Lord give you his peace. And as he speaks his words to your heart, may he give you words to share with others who are gathered with you.
Praying with you,
Dave Bennett
We are sad to hear of the passing of your dear mother. Nobody could ever fill the void left in your heart. Nobody could ever take the place of such a blessed person. May you find comfort in your many precious memories of the life you shared with this very very special person.
Our deepest and warmest wishes go out to you and your family,
Ernie and Sandy
Brother,
Praying for you and the family as you go through this period of grief. May His Grace be sufficient to you all.
I’m sorry to hear about your mom. She has been welcomed by our Savior with “Well done, good and faithful servant!”
Your family will be in my prayers.
We have also been praying for you and Suneetha as you recover.
Kamesh Sankaran
Chintamani Vijayam Aunty, wife of Professor, late Dr. Vijayam is known for her simplicity, humility and compassion. Praise God for her blessed life!
Our family’s deep condolences to the bereaved family.
May the Lord of all comfort strenthen and comfort the bereaved family members.
Hello, Sravanthi:
We are sorry to know of Aunty’s passing. At this difficult moment, when all your family members grieve, please know that we uphold you in our prayers. We thank God for the tremendous work done by Aunty, especially as an educator. Her life has been a blessing to many.
Wishing you the peace that comes through our faith in Christ.
Take care
Dear Lajwanti, Very sad to hear about the demise of Mrs.Vijayam.She was my Principal, I was privileged and blessed to serve under her in the Girls’school.She was a God fearing, loving, caring, humble person.She always showed motherly love towards me.May the Lord comfort all your families during this time of sorrow and grief . Praying for you all.
Our heartfelt condolences.
I see her as my mentor. Just because of her I came to Girls’ School. First I was in Boys, when Simpson came, seeing my maths background Madam brought me to Girls School. What I am today is just because of her.
Thank God for her wonderful life.
Join you all in your grief. Assure you of our prayers.
Dear Sir, Just came to know from my father the news and I am very sorry to hear that we have lost loved one, Aunty. It is never easy lose a loved one, and it is especially difficult to lose a mother. My heart is broken with the news and I am very sorry to hear. Our thoughts are with you.
Thank you so much Jayanthi for a lovely Biography of Aunty. Of course, if we want write more about her, it will take many more pages, for what she was.
I vividly remember that there was never a murmur or impatience in her for any guest who comes to stay in her house. She was very compassionate for disabled and helpless persons. That is why she engaged a domestic helper named Ayah for a long time, who was both deaf and dumb.
She helped some helpless and some who lost apatite to live, by keeping them in her house and settled them, even by getting them married off. She had a penchant will to welcome all the servants of God in to her house, request them to pray and send them off after giving them few hundreds of rupees. She helped many relatives, who were in financial needs. She used to send money to them on a regular basis.
When her brothers, nephews and nieces came to Hyderabad city to do college studies, she kept them all in her house and looked after them as her own children. They will never ever forget aunty and uncle’s unfathomable love.
Chinta Aunty was always beside Vijayam uncle; supporting him in all the activities, he was involved. Uncle could head so many religious and rural development organizations, as aunty would take care of the children and home activities. I do not think she ever objected or murmured for several of his absence from home.
From the time they started TENT Ministries, we saw its phenomenal growth as the years went by. We all saw how Chinta aunty played a vital role in this vision, to spread the Gospel to the unreached. Aunty was the pioneer in initiating IWILL ministry in the Carmel Campus. The Daily Morning Devotion book written by her is diligently read and meditated on by many children of God.
I can keep writing many of her virtues of I can go on. She was a blessed woman and so our dear Lord gave her a peaceful death in her sleep. We will always miss her physical presence, her lovely smile and her love for all of us. At this difficult time, the assurance that we all will meet her and all our dear ones again in the presence of our Lord, gives us a bit of relief. John 14:2-3.
Heartfelt condolences to the family Jayanthaunyy!! You are all in our prayers. Granny will be missed terribly!! Will never forget the times we spent with her and all of you most summers growing up. You all have our love!!!
Really we brothers proudly can say she is our beloved Akka She is Legend and model to all May soul rest in peace
My deepest condolences for the family!! I was lucky to study in one of the prestigious school where she served as the principal.
Great and inspirational leader and a charismatic woman.
My deepest condolences for the family !! I was fortunate to be a EU student in the late 70s. Every week Danita used to give an update about the Bible studies participated by you at the OU Campus. I marvelled at the support rendered behind the scene by your Mom and Dad. Wanted to share their contribution at the EU Silver jubilee by your parents but had no opportunity to do so. May God bless the legacy left by Aunty and also Vijayam Uncle.
Great and inspirational leader and a Super woman par excellence.