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His Excellency Rt. Rev. Dr. Joseph Kariyil. B.A., S.T.D


Born: January 11, 1949

Father: Kunju Varuth and Mother: Anna

Schooling at St. Francis Assisi School, Arthumkal

1965 - Started seminary life at Fortcochin

1973 Dec 19th - Ordained Priest

He was assistant Priest at Mundamveli and Basilica parishes

1978 - Went to Rome for higher studies

1987-1992 Editor of Talent

1992-2000 Director of P. O. C

2000-2005 Vicar General, Diocese of Cochin

2005-2009 Bishop of Punalur