[1] The church is situated in the hamlet of Fatima Nagar, adjacent to the village of Thenkaraikottai.

There are no official records or evidence regarding the origin of Catholics in Thenkaraikottai, however, a book written by Fr.

Mariyan Franc MEP, a priest from Kovilur parish, also made note of Catholic families residing in the area.

During his tenure, the St. Joseph Elementary School was founded to provide education for the local children.

Arulsamy the current church building was built, and blessed by Salem Diocese Bishop Michael Bosco Duraisamy on January 21, 1992.