GOVERNOR HOSTS BREAKFAST FOR MAJOR ARCHBISHOP MAR RAPHAEL THATTIL*
In a gesture of warmth and respect, Governor of Goa Shri. PS Sreedharan Pillai hosted a breakfast for Mar Raphael Thattil, Major Archbishop of Ernakulam-Angamaly of the Syro-Malabar Church, during his visit to Goa. The breakfast meeting took place at Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the Governor.
Mar Raphael Thattil, who is the archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church in January 2024, is a prominent figure in the Indian Catholic community ¹ . As the head of the Syro-Malabar Church, he leads a community of nearly five million faithful worldwide.
The meeting between Governor Pillai and Major Archbishop Thattil is seen as a significant moment of ecumenical dialogue and mutual respect. The Governor’s gesture of hosting breakfast for the Major Archbishop reflects the state’s commitment to fostering harmony and understanding among different faith communities.
The visit of Major Archbishop Thattil to Goa is expected to strengthen ties between the Syro-Malabar Church and the state’s Catholic community. The meeting with Governor Pillai marks a significant milestone in this endeavor.
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