Go In Peace Our Faithful Shepherd

by Dr. Binay Eapen, Columbus, Ohio

It is with great sorrow we inform you of the passing of H. G. Dr. Thomas Mar Makarios (81), Metropolitan of the Canada, U.K & Europe Diocese of the Holy Church at 4:42 AM (CST). His Grace had been injured and hospitalized for the last seven weeks at Newcastle General Hospital outside of London following a serious car accident. The accident took place in Newcastle as His Grace was going to the Newcastle Airport on Saturday, January 5, 2008 to return to London. Another vehicle hit the passenger side where His Grace was seated.

Today, the Church has lost a shepherd who was known for his charisma and gift of oration. His Grace was known by people of all denominations and has represented and defended the Church on several occasions. Many of us have interacted with His Grace directly and know that he was an approachable friend, a loving father, and a faithful shepherd. As the first Metropolitan of the American Diocese, we thank the Lord for his service to our Diocese and to the Church as a whole.

As we grieve over the loss of our shepherd, we accept the will of God and thank the Lord for his life. His Grace has served the Church in great capacity for which we will remember not only today but forever. May his memory be eternal.

Go in peace most Holy Father and forever pray unto God for us.

Binay Eapen

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