Rev. Fr. Abraham Joseph
MA, BD, B.Ed

Member of St. George Orthodox Church, Cheppad, become a Deacon in 1983 and called into priesthood in 1987. Achen is married to Mrs. Sheela Abraham and blessed with three children. He was the Personal Secretary to H.G. Dr. Philippose Mar Theophilus from 1984 to 87. Served as principal of schools and director of Philippose Mar Theophilos Technical Institute, Bombay.

Achen was the diocesan secretary from 1995-99. served as the governing board member of:-

1. Church Auxilary for Social Action (Western Region)

2. St. Thomas orthodox TheologicalSeminary, Nagpur.

3. Member, Executive Committee, Maharashtra Council of churches.

Served as Vicar of St. George O.S.C, Borivilli, St. Thomas OSC Vasai, St. Gregorios OSC, Dehu Road, St. Thomas OSC Malad, St. Thomas Aramana Chappel Vasai and St. Peters & St. Pauls Roha

Achens tenure is blessed with the re-construction activities of our church building. Achen steered the Building Executive Committee through much turbulence and built the church from thefoundations to the consecration. His able and effective guidance helped to move into what the parishioners proudly come together for their spiritual uplifting and prayers.