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SMCA is the platform of Syro Malabar Catholics residing in Kuwait. It is a part of the international Syro Malabar Laity movements, moving hand in hand, under the patronage of the head of the Syro Malabar Church, H E Major Archbishop Mar George Alencherry.
Vicar Apostolic of Northern Arabia H L Camillo Ballin is also the Patron of SMCA Kuwait. Formed in 1995, SMCA Kuwait is the first of its kind in the Gulf region. SMCA Kuwait works as a registered Indian Association with the Indian Embassy in Kuwait. Syro Malabar community has a ritual identity in Catholic Church and a cultural identity among Indian communities. The term 'cultural' in the name of the association represents both these.All Syro Malabar Catholics residing in Kuwait become the Basic Member of SMCA Kuwait with out any registration or fee payment. But to avail the facilities and to become a part of the association in all means, individual has to approach the family unit of SMCA with a duly filled in application form. For more information, please contact general conveners of each area.