“Be Apostles of Encounter”: Cardinal Koovakad Addresses Syro-Malabar Eparchy on 10th Anniversary

“Be Apostles of Encounter.” Watch the powerful full address delivered by Cardinal Mar George Jacob Koovakad, Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, during the historic 10th anniversary celebration of the Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Great Britain. Speaking at Our Lady Immaculate Church in Tolworth, London, the Vatican cardinal delivered a stirring message tailored for the diaspora church.

In his speech, he challenges every believer not to retreat inward, but to step out as a fearless apostle of encounter, reconciliation, and meaningful dialogue in an increasingly fractured world. This video captures his complete theological reflection and pastoral homily during the grand Thanksgiving Holy Qurbana, standing in communion with Eparchial Bishop Mar Joseph Srampical and distinguished ecclesiastical leaders from across the United Kingdom.