He was ordained a sub-deacon in 1970 and a deacon in 1974 by Catholicos HH Baselios Mathews I. Dn George became a priest in 1975 and served as Vicar, St Gregorios Church, London. He is known for his works among students and thus was serving the MGOCSM as general secretary for almost a decade. This paved way for Fr George to visit many foreign countries. He was elected to the Episcopal rank in 1989 and thus became a monk in 1990 and was subsequently ordained in 1991. Soon, he was appointed as the Assistant Metropolitan, Mumbai Dioceses, and worked steadfastly with late Dr. Philipose Mar Theophilus for the progress of the Mumbai Diocese. His Grace has held many positions in the church and other Christian societies. He had attended many international conferences and interacted with many communities such as NCCI, CASA, WCC, and CMAI. Life Line Diocese: Mumbai Original Name: George Date of Birth: 7 Oct. 1949 Ordination (Deacon): 1970 Ordination (Priest): 1975 Ordination (Episcopal): 1991 Ordination (Bishop): 2002 Present Address: Orthodox Church Centre, Sector X, Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400 703 Tel.: 022-27663427 Fax: 022-2765087 E-mail: orthodox77@hotmail.com