Santhome Communications Centre is a multi-faceted institution chiefly involved in production, training and research for the media.The centre was established in 1976 by the Tamilnadu Bishops' Council in Chennai, to ensure a Christian presence in media. Named after St. Thomas, the apostle who brought the Good News to India, Santhome Communications Centre is committed to promote Gospel values through media. From a humble beginning in a small room with a single staff in 1976 in Chennai, the centre today has grown tremendously serving both the Church and society of Tamilnadu and beyond.

     The State and Central Government of India have certified the Centre as an institution promoting Arts and Culture. The centre is under the Chairmanship of Most Rev Dr Lawrence Pius Dorairaj DD,Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Madras - Mylapore.

     The Director of the centre is Rev.Fr.A. David Arockiam