The Rt. Rev. V. Pathmathayalan, Bishop of JDCSI, extends his warm and heartfelt congratulations to the newly consecrated Rt. Rev. Dr. S. Christopher Vijayan, as he assumes office as the seventh Bishop of the CSI Kanyakumari Diocese.
The Church of South India joyfully announces the consecration of the Rev. Dr. S. Christopher Vijayan as the seventh Bishop of the Kanyakumari Diocese. The solemn and historic service took place at 2:00 PM on Sunday, 07 December 2025, at the CSI Home Church, Nagercoil.
The Most Rev. Dr. K. Reuben Mark, Moderator of the Church of South India, presided over the worship as the chief celebrant. The service was graced by the presence of Adv. C. Fernandas Rathina Raja, General Secretary, and the Hon. Treasurer, Prof. Dr. B. Vimal Sukumar (in absentia). It was further blessed by bishops from various CSI dioceses, retired bishops, bishops from ecumenical partner churches, diocesan officers, clergy, lay leaders, and a large gathering of the faithful.
Bishop Pathmathayalan rejoices with the Kanyakumari Diocese in this significant moment of spiritual leadership and prayerfully commits to uphold Bishop Christopher Vijayan in prayer, fellowship, and mutual support in the mission of Christ’s Church.
We give thanks to God for His gracious provision of leaders in the Church of South India and pray that God’s abundant wisdom, grace, and strength guide Bishop Christopher Vijayan in every step of his episcopal ministry. May his tenure be marked by spiritual renewal, unity, compassionate service, and a deepened witness to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.
“I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding.” Jeremiah 3:15
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