Farewell Greetings to Most Rev. Philipose Mar Stephanos

Most Rev. Philipose Mar Stephanos, the Bishop-desginate of the Eparchy of Queen of Peace USA & Canada,  celebrated the Holy Qurbano at the Tomb of the Servant of God Mar Ivanios on 23 October 2017 at 7.00 pm. Around 50 Priests from the Archieparchy of Tiruvalla concelebrated in the Holy Qurbano. A parting supper was arranged at the Catholicate Centre.  Most Rev. Yoohanon Mar Theodosius, the Curia Bishop, felicitated His Excellency. Rt. Rev. Msgr.  Mannikkarottu Corepiscopo decked with a Shawl.  Mar Stephanos shared his appreciation and gratitude. Sri. MM Mani the Minister for Electricity of Kerala was present during the farewell supper. More than 50 priests, 10 sisters 5 Seminarians and 10 lay faithful participated in this farewell gathering.

Mar Stephanos started his Mission journey to USA on 24 October 2017 at 4.15 am with Most Rev. Samuel Mar Irenios and Very Rev. Dr. Kuriakose Thadathil, by Quatar Airways.