The newly appointed archbishop of Karachi has outlined his key priorities for Pakistan’s largest archdiocese.
Bishop Benny Mario Trevas of Multan was appointed by Pope Francis on Feb. 11 after Cardinal Joseph Coutts stepped down on reaching the canonical retirement age of 75 in July 2020. In his first comments after the announcement of his appointment, he said he has chosen “Communion” as his motto, which is deep in its meaning in the context of unity in diversity, communion within the clergy, communion within parishes, communion among Protestant brethren and communion with all people living in Pakistan. As chairman of Caritas Pakistan, the new archbishop supported youth in Multan Diocese to prepare for exams to secure top government jobs. “This has been a good experience which has produced desired results. We hope to replicate it in Karachi so that the youth here can benefit from it,” 54-year-old Bishop Trevas said.
The new leader of Karachi’s Catholic community also aims to build a priestly fraternity and provide quality education to the poor. “Karachi is close to my heart since I grew up here and served for 24 years as a priest,” he said. “I am ready to work harder as there are many expectations from my family and friends. All will be done with the blessings of the Lord and the prayers of the faithful.” Sabir Michael, a human rights activist and professor at the University of Karachi, welcomed the decision of Pope Francis over the new archbishop for Karachi.
“I am hopeful that Bishop Trevas will promote the diocese and laity in spiritual, cultural and social development,” he said.
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