Announcments

Beshmihon ed Hayi rabbi

Wishing our dear community a blessed morning.

Renovations are underway at the Mandi! We are replacing the leaking roof over the restrooms with new plywood and shingles to protect the building from water damage.

A heartfelt thank you to our local members and donors. Your "Zidqa" and generous support make these essential repairs possible. May you always live in health and comfort.

Mandaean Community of San Antonio

Bashmihon ed Hayi rabbi (In the Name of the Great Life)

Honorable fellow believers, Asutha nehwilkhon (may you have healing and strength). Happy Medkay and Parwanaya days to you all.

On the third day of Panja, we were gathered by the Yardna (flowing water) of Sister Dale, in the company of our dear ones. Amidst prayers for goodness, health, and freedom from worldly troubles, the Toghos Masbuta (Baptismal ritual) was performed.

Today, we are at San Marcos Springs. Due to the change in weather and the cold air, there will be no baptisms during these last two days of the blessed Panja. However, the presence of brothers and sisters who have the time to participate in prayer and supplication is highly encouraged.

Heyyi Zakken 

Bashmihon ed Hayi rabbi

Dear Mandaean Fellow Believers,

Devout and committed Mandaean brothers and sisters living in San Antonio and the surrounding areas would like to inform you that every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., a prayer service and discussion of Mandaean religious topics will be conducted by Tarmida Bassam at the holy place of the Mandi.

We kindly invite everyone, together with our younger and future generations, to continue and preserve the tradition of prayer and supplication at the holy Mandi.

Religious Assembly of Mandi Ganzora Jabbar (God's mercy him) of San Antonio.

Bishmohon ed Hayi rabbi

To our dear brothers and sisters, Asutha Nihwilkhun.

We would like to share the following information regarding the upcoming holy days of Banjeh (The Five Days of Light). Please take note of the schedule for the period of Ambtalat (days of abstinence/fasting) and the blessed festival:

March 8 – March 12: The 5 days of Ambtalat (Pre-Banjeh abstinence).

March 13 – March 17: The Blessed Days of Banjeh.

March 18: The day of Ambtal Sagheen (Heavy Abstinence).

We wish all our fellow community members a season of prosperity, health, and spiritual peace. May this time bring you tranquility, abundant livelihood, and joy.

Hayyi Zakia!

Religious Council of San Antonio

Bashmihon ed Hayi rabbi

Distinguished Fellow Mandaeans, Asutha Nihwilkhun .

Regarding the inquiries about the timeframe for the visit of a high priest (Ganzibra) to perform the Qabin (wedding ceremony) rituals, please be informed that, as per our annual tradition, this year in August , after Dehwa Rba, San Antonio will be hosting Ganzibra Walid (Abu Khalid).

We kindly request those who are prepared to conduct their religious marriage ceremonies to contact Ashkanda Hormoz Ahvazi at 210-322-5523 for coordination.

Furthermore, families who intend to hold a wedding ceremony before or after August can coordinate and invite Ganzibra Walid (Abu Khalid) either directly or through the San Antonio Religious Council.

Bshmiahun ed Hayi rabbi,

Regarding today's gathering of brothers and sisters: the images below reflect the event, where all attendees had a wonderful and excellent time. We hope that other brothers and sisters will join these gatherings in the future.  Hayyi Zakn.

Mandaean Association of San Antonio

Bashmihon ed Hayi rabbi

Dear Mandaean Brothers and Sisters,

To celebrate the arrival of the Parwanaya (Panja) Festival and the completion of the Darfash at the San Antonio Mandi, we cordially invite you to a celebratory gathering filled with entertainment, competitions, and prizes.

We warmly encourage all community members, especially our youth and teenagers, to participate and bring their energy to this joyous occasion.

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Madi Ganzora Jabbar (SH)

Address:

244 Sherwood Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78201

Heyyi Zakken 

San Antonio Mandaean Women’s Association 

Bashmihon ed Hayi rabbi,

Dear fellow believers, Asutha nevilkhun ,

Following the requests of our dear community members regarding the performance of the Baptism (Masbuta) ceremony on Sunday, May 10, 2026, prior to Dehwa Daimana, we would like to inform you that the ceremony will take place starting at 9:00 AM at the San Marcos Springs beach at the address below.

Those wishing to be baptized are requested to contact Mr. Ahwazi at 210-322-5523 for the necessary coordination and registration.

Hayyi Zakki ;

 The Religious Council of San Antonio.