About Parish

Once upon a time Kalugumalai was under the region of Ettayapuram Zamindar. A particular Hindu Community which was treated like slaves, was longing for freedom and relief from the cruel hands of other Hindu. At that time they come to know about a missionary priest who was staying in Kalugumalai. They have narrated their stories and the miseries the undergone. They sought asylum from this ill treatment and humiliation. The missionary was ready to support then fought for their right provided they embrace christianity. More willingly they accepted this requested and baptized in 1984. Then onwards they become stronger in faith. The Christian community had grown day by day. Many of the people also join with them. It became a centre place. It necessitated the creation of new parish. Kalugumalai become a Parish centre on 24th January 1906. Kalugumalai is situated between Sankarankoil and Kovilpatti. Most of the people are working in match factories. Many are economically poor.