Melbourne: The office-bearers of the Victoria Knanaya Catholic Congress (VKCC) met His Excellency Mar Joseph Pandarasseril during his visit to Melbourne following his appointment as the Coordinator of the Overseas Knanaya Catholic Community.

During the friendly meeting held at Knanaya Bhavan in Melbourne, the VKCC office-bearers welcomed the bishop with a bouquet.

They discussed the activities of the Knanaya community in Victoria, the organization’s future programs, and the importance of moving forward while preserving the unity, faith, and traditions of the Knanaya community.

VKCC President Philips Abraham Kureekkottil, Vice President Philip Rajan Moothedath, Secretary Monsy Alex Poothara, East Area Coordinator Sanil P. Chacko Poozhikanad, South Area Coordinator Robin James Varacheril, and West Area Coordinator Biju Chackochan Pazhayidath attended the meeting.

Fr. Dalish Mathew Kocheryil, Vicar of St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Parish, Melbourne, was also present.

The bishop’s visit brought joy and spiritual encouragement to the Knanaya community in Melbourne.