The Legacy of Leadership: Presbyters at Medak Cathedral

The Medak Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in India, has been a beacon of faith and community since its inception. Over the years, a series of dedicated presbyters have served the congregation, each bringing their unique contributions to the spiritual life of the community. Here’s a detailed look at the presbyters who have led the Medak Cathedral since its founding:

DRS Chaitanya

10/24/20242 min read

The Legacy of Leadership: Presbyters at Medak Cathedral

The Medak Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in India, has been a beacon of faith and community since its inception. Over the years, a series of dedicated presbyters have served the congregation, each bringing their unique contributions to the spiritual life of the community. Here’s a detailed look at the presbyters who have led the Medak Cathedral since its founding:

1. Rev. Charles W. Posnett (1897 - 1939)

2. Rev. H. Bird (1946 - 1947)

3. Rev. C.D. Manohar (1947 - 1948)

4. Rev. Eber Priestley (1948 - 1952)

5. Rev. E.W. Gallagher (1953 - 1957)

6. Rev. C.D. Phippen (1957 - 1958)

7. Rev. B. Manikyam (1958 - 1963)

8. Rev. E.E. Anandam (1963 - 1966)

9. Rev. G. Gordon Shaw (1966 - 1969)

10. Rev. E.G. Anandam (1969 - 1974)

11. Rev. B.P. Sugandhar (1974 - 1979)

12. Rev. G.T. Jayaraj (1979 - 1981)

13. Rev. D.D. Jayaraj (1981 - 1984)

14. Rev. R. Samuel (1984 - 1986)

15. Rev. M.P. Srinivas Rao (1986 - 1988)

16. Rev. B.P. Christu Dass (1988 - 1993)

17. Rev. K.J. Joseph (1993 - 1997)

18. Rev. B.C. Devavaram (1997 - 2000)

19. Rev. M. John Sunder (2000 - 2002)

20. Rev. M. Wilson (2002 - 2010)

21. Rev. Y. Robinson (2010 - 2018)

22. Rev. P. Vijaya Rao (2018)

23. Rev. K. Andrews Prem Sukumar (2018 - 2022)

24. Rev. M. George Ebenezer Raju (2022)

25. Rev. Dr. T. Shanthaiah (2022 - Present)

The presbyters of Medak Cathedral have played an integral role in shaping the spiritual and communal landscape of the region. Their dedication, vision, and leadership have fostered a vibrant faith community that continues to grow and evolve. As we honor their contributions, we also look forward to the future of the Medak Cathedral, where the legacy of service and commitment to faith remains strong.