A well organized event attended by around 1000 members of our community. Very delicious and varieties of food were served. Around 30 of our members from KCCME attended the function.

Attended by DKCC Working Committee Members and some of the nominated Delegates from the different Regions. Meeting started sharp at 10:00 AM and lasted till 5:00 PM, including lunch. The Working Committee President, Mr. George Nelamattom, chaired the meeting assisted by Raju Oril, Jose Kottoor, Instain Valayil. The meeting started with the opening prayer of DKCC Spiritual Director, Msgr. Mathew Elapanickal the VG of our Archeparchy, along with the Spiritual Director of KCCNA, Rev. Fr. Thomas Mulavanal. Mr. Instain Valayil welcomed the members. Mr. Sunny Kottoor introduced the Guests. Mr. George Nellamattam presented an up-to-date report of DKCC. Mr. Raju Oril briefed DKCC Constitution, which took almost the whole day and several changes & fine-tuning of the Constitution were done as per the advises of all the attendees. Finally the committee decided to submit the revised Constitution to our Archbishop for approval. The election of the new office bearers were discussed in details and the delegates from US had the opinion of allowing at least one months time for this process so that they can discuss the matter in their National Council and come back with prospective nominations. Sri. Joppen Philip Mannattuparambil, of Middle East, explained that when the present Working Committee was formed in Jan. 2010, it was given the task of preparing a Constitution and to form an Executive Committee for DKCC, by Jan. 2011, but the duration was extended till Aug.2011 in order to conduct a full- fledged meeting of the DKCC. Hence an extension of this meeting is not practical and it is important that we fulfill the 2nd responsibility of the Working Committee promptly. Delegates from Europe and Oceania agreed to this point. Finally all delegates agreed to proceed with the election process. Delegates from KCCME (Raju Oril, Joppen Philip & James Cheruserril), proposed the process of SELECTION rather than an Election. Also we proposed the distribution of the Key positions to the 4-regions, like the position of the President may be given to US & Canada region, the General Secretary position may be given to Europe region, the Executive Vice President position may be given to the Middle East region and the Joint-Secretary position to Oceania region, and finally the Treasurer position also to be given to US region. All the members agreed to the point that, this distribution is only for the first time and the distribution shall be changeable from the next terms onwards. Sri. Sunny Kottor suggested that the General Secretary position may be given to Sri. Raju Oril, but was nicely declined by Raju Oril and confirmed that we shall be happy with the position of Executive Vice President. Delegates from each region were given 10-minutes time to discuss amongst themselves and come up with ONLY ONE name for one position. The delegates after internal discussions came up with following names : The President : Delegates from US & Canada nominated the name of Mr. George Nellamattam The Executive Vice President : Delegates from Middle East nominated the name of Mr. Raju Oril. The General Secretary : Delegates from Europe nominated the name of Mr. Instain Valiayil. The Joint-Secretary : Mr. Bijomon Channath was nominated. The Treasurer : Mr. Bijou Poothara was nominated. All the Nominees accepted the respective positions and the Committee confirmed above positions. The Nominated President Mr. George Nellamattam addressed the audience in his capacity as the new President of DKCC. Mr. Bijomon Chennath thanked all the members and the meeting was adjoined. H.G. Mar Mathew Moolakkatt have kindly announced the names of the Committee members during the Pravasi Sangamom on Aug.26, 2011 at Chaithanya.

A very well organized Sangamam, which was divided into 2-sessions. a) The Symposium about the Merits & De-merits on the migration of Knanayates to the various regions of the world. The Symposium was inaugurated by Msgr. Mathew Elapanickal and the Prayer Song of Marthomman was sung by the children from KCCME. Presided by Mr. P.K. Thomas Pattarukuzhy, welcome by Mr. Tomy Kochanayil and facilitation by Mrs. Leelamma Thomas and the vote of thanks by Mr. Simon Aruprariyil. Symposium Presenters were : a. Msgr. Abraham Mutholoth, VG of N-America. b. Mr. Sheins Akashala, President of KCCNA. c. Mr. Instain Valayil, President of UKKCA. d. Mr. Raju Oril, Chairman, KCCME. f. Mr. Mathew Mathai of Delhi region. g. Mr. George Nellamattam, President DKCC spoke about DKCC. After lots of Question & Answers from the floor. the moderator gave his consolidated report and confirmed that it was a well organized symposium and appreciated the organizers, the Eddakkatt Forane. b) Delicious and lavish Lunch were served and then in the afternoon a public meeting presided by H.G. Mar Mathew Moollakkatt. This time also the Prayer Song was sung by the children from KCCME. Welcome by H.E. Mar Joseph Pandaserril, and inaugurated by the Minister Sri. K.C. Joseph. Facilitations by MLA Sri. K. Suresh Kurup, Prof. Babu Poozhikunnel, Sri. Sheins Akashala, Sri. Stebi Cheriakal, Sri. Joppen Philip Mannattuparambil, Sri. Jose Thomas Viruthikullangara and the Vote of thanks was given by Rev. Fr. Thomas Adopallil. During this meeting our Archbishop H.G. Mar Moolakkatt officially announced the formation of Diaspora Knanaya Catholic Congress (DKCC) and approved the Constitution. Also He announced the names of the New Executive Committee of DKCC, and expressed his wish that the DKCC may have a key role for uniting all the Knanayates around the world. Also He urged the committee members to work for the welfare & betterment of our brethren around the world. He rendered His blessings for the success of the endowers of DKCC. d) Also cultural programs were organized very professionally. Programs from all the Regions, like US, Europe, Middle East, etc., were beautifully presented. The highlights were the welcome dance (Marthoman-pattu) presented by the Rajapuram forane, and the ARABIC DANCE performed by our children from KCCME. Programs from other regions were also marvelous.

This was also conducted very professionally and the rally was big success. About lakh people attended the rally though the expected were only one-third. We the Knanayates from the Middle East took part in the Rally in the traditional Arabic Dress, which our fore-fathers were wearing in the ancient days before AD 345. The photographs of this was highlighted by Deepika Daily News of August 29, 2011. Details of the public meeting after the Rally was presided by our Archbishop. Prayer song by Rajapuram Forane, Welcome by H. E. Mar Joseph Pandasarril, Message from the Holy Father was read by the nuncio H.G. Mar Salvotora Pinakio, Inaugurated by our Chief Minister Sri. Omen Chandy, Main Speech by Mar Andrews Thazhath and the Blessings was given by H. G. Mar Kuriakose Kunnesserry. Facilitations by Mar Basalious Marthoma Poulous, Rt. Rev. Dr. Maria Suza Pakym, Mar Joseph Perumthottom, Thomas Mar Kurilous, Smt. Radha V. Nair, Smt. Mini Antony, Sri. Sunny Kaloor, Sri. George Nellamattam, Prof. Aly George Manimala and Sri. Jacob Vaniampurayidathil. Prize distribution by H.G. Mar Salvotora Pinakio. And vote of thanks by Sri. M.L. George Mattathilkunnel.

With the ringing of the Cathedral Church Bell, the Priests, the Bishops and the H.B. Mar George Allencherry, the Major Archbishop of Syro-Malabar Church, Entered the Church in a procession for the thanks giving mass. All our bishops H.G. Mar Kuriakose Kunnessery, H.G. Mar Mathew Moolakattil, H.G. Mar Abraham Viruthikulangara, H.E. Mar George Palliparambil, H.E. Mar Joseph Pandaserril & Msgr. James Thoppil were the co-celebrants for the Mass. Msgr. Mathew Elapanical welcomed them and Rt. Rev. Fr. Thomas Kurishumoottil said the vote of thanks. H.B. Mar George Allencherry, H.G. Mar Salvotora Pinakio & H.G. Abraham Viruthikulangara gave their best wishes to Kottayam Archeparchy at the end of the Mass. It was a wonderful experience for all the attendees.

Justice Cyriac Joseph, Kerala Chief Minister Sri. Omen Chandy, Ministers Sri. K.M Mani & Sri. Tiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, Sri. Jose K Mani, MP, H.B. Mar George Allencherry H.G. Mar Salvotora Pinakio, H.G. Mar Kuriakose Kunnessery, H.G. Mar Mathew Moolakattil, H.E. Mar Joseph Pandaserril were at the stage along with Her Excellency Smt. Pratiba Patel. The President recited our prayer song Marthoman and highlighted the roll of Knanayates for the welfare and up-bringing of the whole Indian community. The entry was strictly through pass due to security reasons. KCCME could get 9-pass and was distributed to members from different units

Opening Prayer : By Mr. A. Raju Oril. A) Mr. Thomas Joseph Pallikkara welcomed all the attendees to the meeting B) In his Presidential Address the Chairman expressed his gratitude to all the committee members and the whole Knanaya Catholic Community members in the Middle East for their contribution and efforts for the continuous success of KCCME. Also the Chairman requested the attendees to convey his love & sincere thanks to one & all the Knanayates in the Middle East. C) All the attendees introduced themselves. D) Common Discussions

The Chairman referred to the report on the general activities of KCC-ME, till date. All the attendees acknowledged the receipt of a hard copy of the same, which was circulated earlier. So a detailed discussion was not necessary

In the absence of the Treasurer, the Chairman read out the following balance : Net balance after the KCSL Camp in 2009 : IRs.6,430.00 An expense of IRs.1,920.00 was presented by the Chairman, being telephone call charges for 2 Tele-conference for DKCC. The Committee approved the expenses and it will be deducted from above balance Net balance after the KCSL Camp in 2010 : 1,865.00 Total Net Balance : IRs.8,295.00

Also the committee approved to adjust the above balance with the expenses of the on-going Camp & Family gathering and submit a final account report to the new committee during the official handing over of the charge to the new committee.

The Committee agreed for the maximum participation of our brethren from the Middle East for all up-coming events of the Centenary celebrations, which are a) Aug.20 KCCME Family Gathering, b) Aug.23 (Knanaya Fest, c) Aug.24 DKCC Committee meeting, d) Aug.26 Knanaya Pravasi Sangamom, e) Aug. 28 Knanaya Rally, f) Aug.29 Thanks giving Holy Mass. & g) Aug 30 Closing Ceremony.

The latest DRAFT was circulated to all members and all of them agreed to study it in details and pin-point their comments before finalizing it. The time frame for This process shall be till end 31st October so that it shall be finalized before the end of the term of this committee.

No contribution was done by any units during this term and all the members agreed to skip this term and continue to pay from next term.

To be co-ordinated with DKCC and decided later.

Since Committee members from most the units were present, (especially the Presidents of Dubai unit Sri. Vincent V.C. Valiyaveettil, Sri. Jose Kurian Enchanattil of Qatar unit, Mr. Saji Kuriakose Mundakaparambil of Jeddah Unit, Sri Joji Kuriakose, Thanniparayil of Bahrain unit) and other KCCME Executive Committee members, we could proceed with the election of the next committee for the year 2012 to 2014 It is decided that we elect the positions of the Chairman, the General Secretary, the Treasurer and the Advisors, and leave the other positions of the Vice-Chairs & the Joint Secretaries to the respective Units. a) The Chairman : Mr. Joppen Philip nominated the name of Mr. Jose Kurian of Qatar Unit and the nomination was seconded by Mr. Thomas Pallikkara of Kuwait Unit. No other nominations came up and hence MR. JOSE KURIAN of Qatar Unit was unanimously elected as the up-coming Chairman of KCCME. b) The General Secretary : Mr. Joppen Philip nominated the name of Mr. James Cheruserry of Sharjah Unit. Mr. Jose Kurian of Qatar Unit seconded the nomination. Here also there was no other nominations and Mr. James Cheruserry of Sharjah unit was unanimously elected as the General Secretary of KCCME for the next term.

Mr. Jose Kurian of Qatar unit proposed the name of Mr. Thomas Joseph Pallikkara of Kuwait unit. Mr. Joji Kuriakose of Bahrain unit seconded the nomination. Since there were no other nominations Mr. Thomas Joseph Pallikkara was unanimously elected as the Treasurer of KCCME for the up- coming term.

The committee decided to have add one more Advisor to the Advisory committee from next term and the out-going Chairman, Mr. Raju Oril is elected to the position if Advisor of KCCME for the up-coming term. Also the present 2-Advisors, Dr. Jose James & Mr. Joppen Philip are re-elected as Advisors of KCCKE for the up-coming term.

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar & Kuwait units are supposed to select their respective Vice Chairs and Oman & Bahrain units are supposed to select their Joint- Secretaries. Names to be given to the present committee by each units latest by November 30, 2011.

The chairman requested all the members to inform the committee any up-coming events in their respective units. The members are to check and advise.

Celebrations of the Archeparchy of Kottayam a follows : a) Centenary Education Fund. b) Health/Medical Insurance Program. c) Blood Donations. d) Save the planet by planting Trees. e) Home for the homeless Knanayates. f) Medical camps to all Villages. g) Official documentation of Knanaya History & tradition. h) Data Base of Knanayates. i) Our roll for the Knanaya Pravasi Sangamom on Aug.26, 2011. j) Attending the Knanaya Rally on Aug. 28, 2011. k) Attending the Holy Thanks giving Mass on Aug.29 2011 & l) Attending the CLOSING Ceremony on Aug.30, 2011. Above 3-days are the important days to be worked out by KCCME in details. KCCME to actively co-operate with the up-coming Knanaya Global organization (DKCC) for all their activities.

Attendees: 1) Mr. Abraham Raju Oril, Chairman, KCCME - Abu Dhabi. 2) Dr. Jose James, Pannivalil, Advisor, KCCME – Kerala. 3) Mr. Joppen Philip, Mattaparampil, Advisor, KCCME - Dubai. 4) Mr. Jose Kurian, Enchanattil, Vice President, KCCME – Qatar. 5) Mr. Saji Kuriakose, Mundakaparambil, President - Jeddah. 6) Mr. Thomas Joseph, Pallikkara, Member & DKCC Delegate – Kuwait. 7) Mr. Joji Kuriakose, Thanniparayil, President - Bahrain. 8) Mr. Vincent V.C. Valiyaveetil, President – Dubai. 9) Mr. Jomon Thomas, Mannattuparampil, Member Dubai Committee. Opening Prayer : By Mr. A. Raju Oril. A) Mr. Thomas Joseph Pallikkara welcomed all the attendees to the meeting B) In his Presidential Address the Chairman expressed his gratitude to all the committee members and the whole Knanaya Catholic Community members in the Middle East for their contribution and efforts for the continuous success of KCCME. Also the Chairman requested the attendees to convey his love & sincere thanks to one & all the Knanayates in the Middle East. C) All the attendees introduced themselves. D) Common Discussions: 1) Report on KCCME: The Chairman referred to the report on the general activities of KCC-ME, till date. All the attendees acknowledged the receipt of a hard copy of the same, which was circulated earlier. So a detailed discussion was not necessary. 2) KCCME Finance Report as of 18/8/2011 : In the absence of the Treasurer, the Chairman read out the following balance : Net balance after the KCSL Camp in 2009 : IRs.6,430.00 Net balance after the KCSL Camp in 2010 : 1,865.00 Total Net Balance : IRs.8,295.00 =========================== An expense of IRs.1,920.00 was presented by the Chairman, being telephone call charges for 2 Tele-conference for DKCC. The Committee approved the expenses and it will be deducted from above balance - 2 - The net balance as of 18/8/2011 is IRs.6,375.00 =================================== Also the committee approved to adjust the above balance with the expenses of the on-going Camp & Family gathering and submit a final account report to the new committee during the official handing over of the charge to the new committee. 3) Various Up-coming Events: The Committee agreed for the maximum participation of our brethren from the Middle East for all up-coming events of the Centenary celebrations, which are a) Aug.20 KCCME Family Gathering, b) Aug.23 (Knanaya Fest, c) Aug.24 DKCC Committee meeting, d) Aug.26 Knanaya Pravasi Sangamom, e) Aug. 28 Knanaya Rally, f) Aug.29 Thanks giving Holy Mass. & g) Aug 30 Closing Ceremony. 4) Most of the Units had contributed their share for the Centenary Education Fund. 5) Constitution & By-Law of KCCME. The latest DRAFT was circulated to all members and all of them agreed to study it in details and pin-point their comments before finalizing it. The time frame for This process shall be till end 31st October so that it shall be finalized before the end of the term of this committee. 6) Contribution of KCCME Fund: No contribution was done by any units during this term and all the members agreed to skip this term and continue to pay from next term. 5) Date of next KCCME/KCSL Camp : To be co-ordinated with DKCC and decided later. 7) Election of KCCME Committee for year 2012 to 2014 (3-years): Since Committee members from most the units were present, (especially the Presidents of Dubai unit Sri. Vincent V.C. Valiyaveettil, Sri. Jose Kurian Enchanattil of Qatar unit, Mr. Saji Kuriakose Mundakaparambil of Jeddah Unit, Sri Joji Kuriakose, Thanniparayil of Bahrain unit) and other KCCME Executive Committee members, we could proceed with the election of the next committee for the year 2012 to 2014 It is decided that we elect the positions of the Chairman, the General Secretary, the Treasurer and the Advisors, and leave the other positions of the Vice-Chairs & the Joint Secretaries to the respective Units. a) The Chairman : Mr. Joppen Philip nominated the name of Mr. Jose Kurian of Qatar Unit and the nomination was seconded by Mr. Thomas Pallikkara of Kuwait Unit. No other nominations came up and hence MR. JOSE KURIAN of Qatar Unit was unanimously elected as the up-coming Chairman of KCCME. b) The General Secretary : Mr. Joppen Philip nominated the name of Mr. James Cheruserry of Sharjah Unit. Mr. Jose Kurian of Qatar Unit seconded the nomination. Here also there was no other nominations and Mr. James Cheruserry of Sharjah unit was unanimously elected as the General Secretary of KCCME for the next term. - 3 - The Treasurer : Mr. Jose Kurian of Qatar unit proposed the name of Mr. Thomas Joseph Pallikkara of Kuwait unit. Mr. Joji Kuriakose of Bahrain unit seconded the nomination. Since there were no other nominations Mr. Thomas Joseph Pallikkara was unanimously elected as the Treasurer of KCCME for the up- coming term. c) Advisors : The committee decided to have add one more Advisor to the Advisory committee from next term and the out-going Chairman, Mr. Raju Oril is elected to the position if Advisor of KCCME for the up-coming term. Also the present 2-Advisors, Dr. Jose James & Mr. Joppen Philip are re-elected as Advisors of KCCKE for the up-coming term. d) For the other positions : UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar & Kuwait units are supposed to select their respective Vice Chairs and Oman & Bahrain units are supposed to select their Joint- Secretaries. Names to be given to the present committee by each units latest by November 30, 2011. Date of official handing over of the charges to the new committee will be on December 02, 2011 during the UAE Annual Family Gathering at Dubai. Up-coming events in Each Units: The chairman requested all the members to inform the committee any up-coming events in their respective units. The members are to check and advise. ZZ) For the Information of all Units, the Major Objectives of the Centenary Celebrations of the Archeparchy of Kottayam a follows : a) Centenary Education Fund. b) Health/Medical Insurance Program. c) Blood Donations. d) Save the planet by planting Trees. e) Home for the homeless Knanayates. f) Medical camps to all Villages. g) Official documentation of Knanaya History & tradition. h) Data Base of Knanayates. i) Our roll for the Knanaya Pravasi Sangamom on Aug.26, 2011. j) Attending the Knanaya Rally on Aug. 28, 2011. k) Attending the Holy Thanks giving Mass on Aug.29 2011 & l) Attending the CLOSING Ceremony on Aug.30, 2011. Above 3-days are the important days to be worked out by KCCME in details. KCCME to actively co-operate with the up-coming Knanaya Global organization (DKCC) for all their activities.