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"Pope Ratifies Election of New Syro-Malabar Leader"

Pope Francis confirmed the appointment of Bishop Raphael Thattil as the new Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church, succeeding Cardinal George Alencherry. Thattil, who has led the Eparchy of Shamshabad, faces the challenge of resolving a liturgical dispute in his new Archeparchy of Ernakulam-Angamaly. He is known for his broad perspective on the challenges facing India's Christian minority and is set to be installed on January 11.

via The Pillar|

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"Pope Francis Appoints New Leader for Syro-Malabar Catholic Church"

Pope Francis has confirmed Bishop Raphael Thattil as the new head of the Syro-Malabar Church, the largest Eastern Catholic church in India, amid an ongoing dispute over a decision to institute a uniform liturgy. Thattil, who holds a doctorate in Eastern canon law, faces the challenge of leading a divided flock as he takes on responsibility for the second-largest of the 23 Eastern Catholic churches in full communion with Rome. Pope Francis has intervened in the dispute several times and urged Thattil to offer a generous and fruitful pastoral ministry to the flock, especially remembering the poor and those most in need.

via Catholic News Agency|

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