Through the powerful intercessory prayers of Br. Joseph Thamby, Servant of God, many have received favors and special graces in their lives. Here we write some of them.
1). A child seven years after marriage
For seven years, after our marriage, we had no children and we were overcome by the feeling of disappointment. We consulted several doctors, but in vain. Finally, coming to know about Br. Joseph Thamby, we made our pilgrimage to Pedavutapally and prayed with devotion and faith. Our happiness had no bounds when God gave us a male child whom in gratitude we named Joseph Reddy. The child had heavy problems with hearing and we approached many doctors and medical experts who could not help in any way. Again we went to Br. Joseph Thamby by whose powerful intercession our child today has normal hearing. We are sincerely grateful to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Gade Joseph Reddy, Tubadu (Post), Nadetla Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, 7 June 1995.
2). A Child after five years
We did not have children for five years after our marriage and we both were extremely worried. We prayed to Br. Joseph Thamby through whose intercessory prayers, God blessed us with a male child. Thanks be to God.
P. Dadhuravani, Intur, Tenali Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, 16 September 1995.
3). A child after fifteen years
We were married in 1972 and for fifteen years we did not have children. We were extremely desperate. Many doctors whom we consulted told us that from the anatomical point of view, we had no possibility of getting children. In this heart-broken situation, I kept my faith in God’s power. I continued to pray to God through the intercessory prayers of Br. Joseph Thamby. God in his kindness gave us two children. My husband was cured of his sickness and converted into man of faith. We offer our deep gratitude to God through Br. Joseph Thamby.
Mrs. G. Veronicamma, Prakash Nagaram, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, 3 December 1995.
4). A child after ten years
For ten years after our marriage, we had no children and naturally a feeling of disappointment and sadness. Someone aroused our hope by mentioning to us about Br. Joseph Thamby who helps childless couples through his powerful intercessions to God. We got a child through his intercessory prayers. We are grateful to God and Br. Joseph Thamby.
K. Sundar Rao, Nagamma, Pedda Parimi village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, 15 January 1995.
5). A child after nine years
We were left without a child for nine years after our marriage. Although I was eagerly hoping for a child, but a bitter disappointment continued to haunt me. I undertook a pilgrimage to the tomb of Br. Joseph Thamby and implored his blessings in faith and perseverance and God heard my prayers. I was blessed with a male child and in gratitude and to express my joy named him Joseph Anand. Thanks be to God.
Mr. Bandanadam Alphonse, Lourd Mary, Thummalagudem, Nalgonda district, Andhra Pradesh, 13 January 1997.
6). A child after five years
Since our marriage in 1992, for five years we have been childless and naturally feeling anxious and worried. We have been fortunate to hear about the powerful help of Br. Joseph Thamby through whose intercessions, several childless couples are reported to have received children. We approached Br. Joseph Thamby in our prayer and god blessed us giving us a male child. Thanks to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Alivelu Yunaka Balaswamy, Pedda Devalapally, Nalgonda District, Andhra Pradesh, 15 January 1999.
7). God is kind
We got married in 1992 and since then we had no children for almost six years. We were unhappy and worried. Our hope was slowly was turning into frustration and nobody was able to help us in our depression. But God blessed us with a child for whom we prayed ardently through the intercession of Br. Joseph Thamby. We are ever grateful to God and extend our thanks to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Allam Pratap Reddy, Parigi, Nalgonda District, Andhra Pradesh, 10 March 1998.
8). Thanks to the Lord
We were married in 1995. We have been hoping to get a child for five years, but unfulfilled. We participated in quite a few prayers services and retreats. But we were completely disappointed. We did not fail to consult the doctors, but they too were helpless. Finally we approached Br. Joseph Thamby with total trust and confidence. God blessed us with and we made a pilgrimage to the tomb of Br. Joseph Thamby, bringing the child in order to thank God and express our thanks to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Rebba Sarojini, Nandiwad, Krishna Distrit, Andhra Pradesh, 15 January 2000
9). Fractured leg healed
I was twenty years in 1994 when I finished my intermediate studies. I had the misfortune of my right leg being fractured at the hip joint. Obviously it was a serious case. The doctors used some methods to join the broken leg with certain steel implements but it was in vain. Finally, they came to the conclusion that I would not be able to walk normally all through my life. That was too bad news for me. But my parents were confident that Br. Joseph Thamby could come forward to help me and completely cure me. Their prayer was heard. My fractured leg was completely cured and I am able to walk and even ride a bicycle. I am very grateful to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Katkam Vijayananda Reddy, Tubadu Post, Nadendla Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, 7 July 1999.
10). Cured of BP and heart ailments
I was suffering from high blood pressure and heart ailments. I had trust in Br. Joseph Thamby and therefore, though my sickness was grave, I was convinced that he would give me relief from this malady. I came to the tomb of Br. Joseph Thamby and prayed for his intercession with perseverance and confidence in God. My prayer was answered. I got complete cure from my sickness. Hence, I am immensely grateful to God and to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Gollamuri Prakashamma, Balhapuram Post, Eleathuruthy Mandal, Kothulanaduma, Karimnagar District, Andhra Pradesh, 18 August 1995
11). Paralysis Cured
I was suffering from paralysis of right side. I could not lift any weight with my right hand and could not bend my knees. As I was not in good terms with my wife, I whole heartedly forgave her and also sought pardon of my failures. As I prayed to God through the intercessions of Br. Joseph Thamby, I was completely cured. Thanks be to God.
Guttu Showri, Gannavaram, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, 26 August 1995
12). Paralysis Cured
I was suffering from paralysis since 5 August 1995 and had acute pain. I came to the tomb of Br. Joseph Thamby and prayed for his help. With his merciful help and support, my sickness disappeared and now I am extremely happy because I can walk without anybody’s help. Praise the Lord.
Jaya Rao, Sattempally, 17 September 1995
13). Chronic leg pain cured
I was suffering from severe pain in my right leg which I had to endure for ten years. As all the medication proved futile, I came Br. Joseph Thamby’s tomb and prayed for cure. Through his intercession, I became alright. Thank god for his love and mercy.
Konavarapu Chellamma, Ollurupalam, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, 12 October 1995
14). Malignant boil cured
A boil was growing on my forehead and as it became larger, I became apprehensive. Doctors suggested a surgery, but I did not feel confident to undergo the surgery. I prayed to Br. Joseph Thamby with deep conviction and he came to my help. I became perfectly alright. I am very grateful to God and Br. Joseph Thamby.
Malapalu Deenamma, Guntur Ets Agraharam, Fathimanagar, 14 January 1993
15). Cured of Elephantiasis
As I was suffering from elephantiasis for year, I came to Br. Joseph Thamby’s tomb and prayed very confidently. God heard my prayer and perfectly healed me from the disease. May God be praised!
Alaparti Mariadas, Ananthavaram, Guntur District, 1995
16). Cured of Paralysis
I was suffering from paralysis of a hand and a leg. As many said the sickness was incurable, I felt extremely bad about it. But I believed in God’s power and prayed to Br. Joseph Thamby. Perfectly cured and I came to Br. Joseph Thamby’s tomb and expressed my thanks to God and his servant Br. Joseph Thamby.
Galanki Susheela, Lamkalakala Gunta, 1995
17). Cured of Stomachache
As I was suffering from a severe stomachache, I went to a doctor for consultation, who discovered that there were seven stones in my kidneys. I was alarmed because I was told that I needed a surgery which would cost Rs. 16,000/- and I had no money. In my distress, I turned to God and prayed to him through the intercession of Br. Joseph Thamby. As a result the kidney stones melted and disappeared and I was perfectly cured. The X-ray report confirmed my complete cure and my joy had no limits. God is great and kindhearted. I thank the Lord through Br. Joseph Thamby.
Kocherlal Adamu, Bochintala, 1995
18). Swollen legs healed
My legs were severely swollen and I was in intense pain. Despite the medical care given by several doctors and the medicines taken, there was no improvement. Finally, I came to Br. Joseph Thamby and prayed. God healed me perfectly through the intercession of Br. Joseph Thamby enabling me to walk quite normally. Thank you Br. Joseph Thamby.
Dasu Mariamma, Telaprolu, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, 1995
19). Cured of Paralysis
I had my hands and legs paralyzed for three years. Though I consulted doctors and took medicines, I was not cured. Finally, I prayed to God through the intercession of Br. Joseph Thamby. I have been perfectly cured.
Friji Balaswamy, Munugodu, 1995
20). Cured of Stomachache
I am a young man of 18 years. For one month, I have been suffering from serious stomach trouble. I met two or three doctors and took the medicine as they prescribed. Since there was no improvement, they proposed a surgery which scared me immensely. I prayed through Br. Joseph Thamby’s intercession. Within a week, I was perfectly alright. Praise the Lord!
C.H. Sudha, Peddavutapally, Krishna District, 1995
21). Lost child returned
My eldest son, Ravi Kumar ran away from home with some money to our sister-in-law’s house. Anxiously we searched for him. In this situation, Br. Joseph Thamby appeared to him in a disguised form, spoke to him and gave some details tone of the priests about our son. With the help of this information, we fetched our son back home. The help given by Br. Joseph Thamby is gratefully remembered.
Kommu Bhaskara Rao, Dornepudu Village, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, 14 January 1996
22). Boy returns home
My son was affected with polio and hence he was not able to walk. We prayed to Br. Joseph Thamby and with his help he began to walk. When he was fifteen years old, he ran away from home with his friends. But we prayed to Br. Joseph Thamby and by his help, he safely came back home. Thanks to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Ch. Jayaraju, a. 404/d SCRLY, Up-yard Colony, Bangalore, Karnataka
23). Protection from enemies
I am grateful to Br. Joseph Thamby because I got relief from sickness when I prayed to him. But I would like to add something more important which shows a great power. Thrice our bitter enemies came to attack us and when we felt utterly scared and helpless, we prayed to Br. Joseph Thamby fervently and he prevented them from hurting us. Moreover, in our village animosity is slowly replaced with peace and a feeling of solidarity.
Gade Jacintha, Devagiripatnam, Warangal District, Andhra Pradesh
24). Successful marriage
In 1997, I prayed at Br. Joseph Thamby’s tomb for getting a suitable bride from America for my son Prasanna Kumar. In a short time, my prayer was answered. My son’s marriage was blessed on 18 May 1997 at St. Agnes church, Guntur. I am deeply grateful to Br. Joseph Thamby.
Thunka Manikyamma, Brodipet, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, 14 January 1998
25). Couple reunited
For some time we were often disputing and quarreling. Finally our relation became so tense that we were planning for divorce and even went to the court. But the good Lord inspired me to go to Br. Joseph Thamby’s tomb to pour out my sorrow and by his help, we have been able to iron out our differences and are now happily reunited. Peace and joy have returned to us.
V. Murali Mohan, Jangareddygudem, 15 January 1998
26). “Even after 12 years of my married life, I had no children. After making a vow to go to the tomb of Bro. Joseph Thamby, in course of time I got a child. I came to Avutapally with my child to fulfill my vow.”
Mary Phimichetty, Phirangipuram.
27). “I was suffering from cancer on the back and had severe pain. Though I underwent several treatments, there was no cure. At last, I was taken to a Hospital in Hyderabad. But the doctor said it cannot be cured. Then believing in Bro. Joseph Thamby, I invoked his help. At night Bro. Joseph Thamby appeared to me in a dream and told me that it would be cured. Then slowly I began to get cured. So in order to thank him, I came to his tomb.”
Emiliyamma Gantala, Mailadolu.
28). “I have come here to fulfill a vow I had made to Br. Joseph Thamby. One of my operated cases was hopelessly bad. The patient recovered and became completely alright after the vow."
Dr. K.L. Reddy, M.S., Superintendent, Government Hospital, Vijayawada.
29). “In the year 1967, the wall of my house happened to fall on my son. At once, I said, "O Brother Joseph" and invoked his help. About 20 persons rushed to remove the wall. When it was removed, my boy was quite safe without any hurt. I came to the tomb of Bro. Joseph to thank him.”
Innayya Madani, Driverpeta, Vijayawada.
30). “About three years ago my son ran away from home. I besought the intercession of Br. Joseph Thamby for the return of the boy and he came back by himself."
Anthonamma Pasala, Patibanda.
31). “I was suffering from paralysis for about an year and a half. I entreated the help of Br. Joseph Thamby and I was cured.”
Amruta Rao Remalli, Velpuru.
32). “I was suffering from fits. I invoked Br. Joseph Thamby and I was fully cured.”
Anthony K., Vijayawada.
33). “I had an old wound in my leg. In spite of treatments, it did not get cured. At last I asked the help of Br. Joseph Thamby and then I was cured.”
Showry P., Kesarapally.
34). “From 1968 onwards, I was suffering from heart disease. Even after several treatments there was no improvement. I prayed for the intercession of Bro. Joseph Thamby and I was perfectly cured.”
Mariadas Madani, Phirangipuram.
35). “My son Showri, aged 3, had a serious attack of chicken pox. I thought he would die. I entreated the help of Br. Joseph Thamby. From next morning onwards, he began to get better.”
Raju Anna, Chenehupeta, Tenali.
36). “For three years, I was suffering from stomach pain. Doctors advised operation. I made a Novena to Br. Joseph Thamby. Without using any medicine, I was fully cured.”
Victor, D., Vijayawada.
37). “After the birth of my second daughter, 17 years I had no children again. For 9 Fridays, I came to the tomb of Bro. Joseph Thamby to pray in order to get a male child. And in course of time, I gave birth to a male child.”
Shikliamani Langaloti, Manikonda.
38). “I was suffering from severe eye disease. I used different kinds of medicines. But there was no sign of cure. I invoked Br. Joseph Thamby and I was fully cured.”
Alphonsamma, Boothumellipadu.
39). “I was having severe pain and bleeding from the ear for six months. In spite of treatments, there was no improvement. After requesting the intercession of Br. Joseph Thamby, it was cured.”
Chinnappa Madala, Phirangipuram
జోసఫ్ తంబిగారి మరణానంతరము యితరులు పొందిన కొన్ని మేలులు
01. ''వివాహము అయి 12 సంవత్సరముల వరకు సంతానము లేదు. వీరికి మ్రొక్కుబడి చేయగ నాకు కూతురు కలిగెను. ఒక సంవత్సరము అమ్మాయితో వచ్చి మ్రొక్కుబడి తీర్చుకొని ఒక పొట్టేలు యిచ్చితిని. నా భర్త కడుపు నొప్పిచే భాదపడగా పోయినది. మ్రొక్కుబడి తీర్చితిని.
'ఫిమ్మిశెట్టి మేరి, ఫిరంగిపురము, 15-1-68.
02. ''నాకు 6-7 సంవత్సరములనుండి మూర్చలు వచ్చుచుండెను. మందులు తిన్నా తగ్గలేదు గాన జోజప్పగార్ని మ్రొక్కుబడి చేయగా తగ్గినవి గాన వచ్చితిని.''
పాలంకి తేరేజమ్మ, ఫిరంగిపురము. 15-1-68.
03. ''నాకు పిల్లలు బ్రతకనందువల్ల జోజప్పగార్ని మ్రొక్కుబడి చేయగా యిద్దరు పిల్లలు బ్రతికిరి. వారిని తీసికొని వచ్చి జోజప్పగారికి పూజ పెట్టించి వత్తులు యిచ్చి వెంట్రుకలు తీయించి మ్రొక్కుబడి చెల్లించినాను.''
వాసుమిల్లి ఫ్రాన్సిసు, గొల్లపాలెం, (కృష్ణా జిల్లా) 24-2-68.
04. ''నాకు వీపున పెద్ద రాచపుండు పుట్టెను, ఎన్నెన్నో మందులు తినినాను, నయము కాలేదు, ఎంతో బాధ, నొప్పులతో బాధపడి చివరకు హైదరాబాదులోని విజయపురమనెడి ఆస్పత్రిలో ఆపరేషన్ చేసిరి. కాని డాక్టరు ఇది చాలా అపాయమని చెప్పిరి, నయము కాదనిరి. అప్పుడు నేను జోజప్పగారిని నమ్ముకొని వారికి మనవి చేసికొంటిని. రాత్రిపూట చోటులు, మంటలు ఎక్కువగుచుండెను. ఎంతో బాధపడి నిద్రించితిని. అట్టి సమయమున జోజప్పగారు వచ్చి, నా కట్టు విప్పి తిరిగి కట్టుకట్టి ఆశీర్వదించి, నయమగుననియు, ధైర్యముగానుండుమని చెప్పిపోయిరి. తదుపరి మెల్ల మెల్లగా నయమయ్యేను. గాన మ్రొక్కు చెల్లించ వచ్చితిని.''
గెంతల ఏమ్మేలియమ్మ, మల్లవోలు.
05. ''నేను ఈ దినము నా యొక్క మ్రొక్కుబడిని చెల్లించుటకు జోసఫ్ తంబీగారి సమాధికి వచ్చితిని. నేను ఆపరేషను చేయు కేసు ఒకటి, పూర్తి ఆశ వదలు కొంటిని. జోసఫ్ తంబీ గారిని ప్రార్దించగా ఆపరేషన్ పూర్తి విజయవంత మైనది. ఆ రోగి కోలుకొని ఆరోగ్యవంతుడయ్యెను.''
కె.ఎల్.రెడ్డి. ఎం.ఎస్., సూపరింటేండ్., గవర్నమెంట్ ఆస్పిటల్ , విజయవాడ, 20-7-68.
06. ''నేను 1968 వ సంవత్సరములో గుండెదడ వ్యాధితో భాదపడుచుంటిని, ఎన్ని మందులు తీసికొనినను నయముకాలేదు. డాక్టరు దగ్గర మూడు నెలలు మందు తీసుకొనినను నయము కాలేదు. జోజప్పగారిని వేడుకొనగా బాగుపడి ఆరోగ్యముగా నున్నాను. మ్రొక్కుబడి చెల్లించుటకు వచ్చితిని.''
మదాని మరియదాసు, ఫిరంగిపురము, 15-1-69.
07. ''నా కుమారునికి చెవిలో చీము సుమారు సంవత్సరమునుంచి కారుచున్నది. జోజప్పగారిని ప్రార్ధించగా పోయినది. వారి పటమును గూడా తీసుకొని యింటిముందు ఉంచితిని. 1967 వ సంవత్సరమున ఇంటిగోడ కూలి నా కుమారుని మీద పడినది. ఎదురు రొమ్ముమీద పటమున్నది. ''జోజప్పగారా'' అని ప్రార్దిన్చితిని. ఇరువది మంది వచ్చి గోడను ఎత్తి వేసి చూడగా నా కుమారుడు ఏ ప్రమాదములేక జోజప్పగారి ఫోటో ఎదురు రొమ్ము మీద ఉన్నది. పటమునకు గాని, నా కుమారునకు గాని, ఏమీ జరగలేదు. మ్రొక్కుబడి చెల్లించుటకు వచ్చితిని.''
మాదాని ఇన్నయ్య డ్రైవరు పేరిట, విజయవాడ 15-1-69.
08. ''నా కుమారుడు శౌరి అంతయ్య(3 సంవత్సరముల వయస్సు) పొంగు చేసి ప్రమాద స్థితిలో ఉండి బ్రతకడని నిరుత్సాహ స్థితిలో ఉండగా జోజప్పగారిని వేడుకొనగా తెల్లవారే సరికి స్పృహ వచ్చి బాగు పడెను. క్రితము పది రోజులనుంచి స్పృహ లేకుండా ఉండినవాడు జోజప్పగారిని వేడుకొనగా బ్రతికెను.''
అన్నెం రాజు, చెంచుపేట, తెనాలి 15-1-69.
09. ''నాకు చెవిలో పోటు. రక్తము కారుట ఆరు నెలలు. బాధ పెట్టినది. ఎన్ని యింజక్షనులు యిప్పించినా తగ్గలేదు. తంబీగారిని వేడుదల ప్రార్దన చేయగా తగ్గిపోయినది. మ్రొక్కుబడి చెల్లించుటకు వచ్చాను.''
మాదాల చిన్నప్ప, ఫిరంగిపురము, 15-1-70
10. 3 సం,,ల క్రితము నా కుర్రవాడు తప్పి పోయినాడు. తంబీగారిని ప్రార్దించగా ఆ కుర్రవాడు తనంత తాను తిరిగి వచ్చినాడు.''
పసల అంతోనమ్మ, పాటిబండ్ల 15-1-70.
11. ''మాకు మగ సంతానము లేని కారణమున తంబీ గారికి మ్రొక్కుబడి చేసుకొంటిమి. మగ సంతానము కలిగినది. మ్రొక్కుబడి తీర్చు కొంటిమి.''
బోయపాటి యాగిరెడ్డి, మర్గారీతమ్మ, వంగమర్తి. 15-1-70.
12. ''సంవత్సరమునుంచి కీళ్ళనొప్పులతో బాధ పడుచుంటిని. మందులు తీసుకొనిను నయము కాలేదు. తంబీ గారిని వేడుకొనగా ప్రార్దించిన నాల్గు దినములకే నయమైనది.''
ప్రత్తి అన్నమ్మ, వట్లూరు. 15-1-71.
13. ''నా మనుమరాలు కాకుమాను చిన్నమ్మ (6 సంవత్సరముల వయస్సు) కు పొట్ట ఉబ్బి లావుగానుండు వ్యాధితో సంవత్సరమునుండి బాధ పడుచున్నది. మందులు యిచ్చినను తగ్గలేదు. తంబీ గారిని ప్రార్దించగా తగ్గిపోయి ఎప్పటి మాదిరిగా ఆరోగ్య వంతురాలాయెను.''
పులిపాటి చిన్నమ్మ, మలక పేట, తాడేపల్లి. 15-1-71.
14. ''నాకు సంవత్సరమున్నరనుంచి పక్షవాతముచే బాధ పడుచుండగా తంబీ గారిని ప్రార్దించగా ఆరోగ్య వంతుడనైతిని.''
రేమల్లి అమృతారావు, వేల్పూరు. 15-1-71.
15. ''నాకు మగ సంతానము లేదు. తంబీ గారిని వేడుకొనగా యిరువురు మగ శిశువులు కలిగిరి. మ్రొక్కుబడి తీర్చుటకు వచ్చితిమి. బిడ్డకు తంబీ గారి పేరు పెట్టితిమి.''
సంకూరి లూర్దమ్మ, ఫిరంగిపురము. 15-1-71.
16. ''నాకు సంతానము తోమ్మిదేండ్ల నుండి లేదు. తంబీ గారిని వేడుకొనగా మగ శిశువు కలిగెను. జోసఫ్ ఫ్రాన్సిస్ అని పేరు పెట్టితిమి. మ్రొక్కుబడి తీర్చు కొంటిమి.''
పెదకోట్ల చిన్నమ్మ, ఫిరంగిపురము, 15-1-71.
తంబిగారి మధ్యస్థ ప్రార్ధనల ద్వారా మీరు దేవుని మేలులు పొందిన యెడల, ఈ క్రింది చిరునామాకు రాయగలరు:
Rev. Fr. Praveen Kumar Gopu OFM Cap. (Vice Postulator)
Br. Joseph Thamby Ashram, Peddavutapalli P.O.
