Seventh bishop of Mysuru diocese will be ordained in Mysuru tomorrow
- | Sunday | 26th February, 2017
He did his schooling at Good Shepherd Convent (elementary), St Mary's (primary) and St Philomena's (High School) and completed his pre-univerity education from St Philomena's college. This will be followed by a felicitation ceremony for the new Bishop William, and the former Bishop, Thomas Anthony Vazhapilly.The bishop is the spiritual head of all Catholic Churches in the four districts. William joined the seminary and completed theological studies from St Mary's Minor seminary, Mysuru, and St Peter's Pontifical seminary, Bengaluru. William was secretary of Mysuru diocese educational society.William worked hard to get funds to the tune of Rs 5.5 crore from government for the renovation of St Philomena's Church, a popular tourist spot. Thomas Vazhapilly, who resigned on turning 75, the maximum age to hold any posts, served as bishop for 14 years from 2003.
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