Ernakulam, Kerala: The Auxiliary Bishop of the Syro Malabar Archdiocese of Ernakulam-Angamaly, Sebastian Adayanthrath has called for more women’s participation in the parish administration. He expressed his support in an article in ‘Missam’- the monthly bulletin of Ernakulam-Angamaly archdiocese.
Bishop Adayantharath lauded the decision of some parishes to ensure representation of both men and women in the selection of Trustees. He encouraged other parishes to consider following this example.
The bishop also pointed out that there is no canonical restriction on women being witnesses in the sacrament of marriage, although it is customary that men undertake this role. He asked family units and parishes to discuss these ideas to ensure women’s participation in significant roles in the Church.