MSFS Congregation Elects it’s New Leadership team During 21st General Chapter

Vishakhapatnam, Feb 3, 2025— The Missionaries of St. Francis de Sales (MSFS) Congregation elected its new leadership team, the 'General Curia,' during the 21st General Chapter that is going on in Vishakhapatnam from February 1 onwards. The General Chapter, a significant event in the Congregation’s governance, brought together delegates and ex officio members from various parts of the World to discern the future of the Congregation and to elect leaders for the coming term of eight years.

Very Rev. Fr. Kallidukil Johnson Michael MSFS was elected as the 15th Superior General of the Congregation, taking on the responsibility of guiding the Congregation in its mission and pastoral endeavors. Assisting him in leadership are:  

• Fr. Puthiyakulangara Saji George MSFS – Assistant General  
• Fr. Thumma Mariadas Reddy MSFS – General Councillor  
• Fr. A. Christu Raj MSFS—General Councillor  
• Fr. De Souza Benedict MSFS – General Councillor  
• Fr. A. Anthony Swamy MSFS—General Councillor  
• Fr. Karickal Jose MSFS—General Bursar  

The newly elected leaders will play a crucial role in shaping the congregation’s mission, focusing on evangelisation, education, and social apostolate. The MSFS family extended its heartfelt congratulations to the elected General Administration, entrusting them with prayers as they embark on their leadership roles.  

The Whole Congregation expressed sincere gratitude to Rev. Fr. Abraham Vettuvelil, MSFS, Outgoing Superior General and his team for leading the Congregation for the past six years. 

About the MSFS Congregation

The Missionaries of St. Francis de Sales (MSFS), also known as the Fransalians, was founded on October 24, 1838, in Annecy, France, by Servant of God Fr. Peter Marie Mermier, under the Patronage of St. Francis de Sales. The Congregation was established in response to St. Francis de Sales' vision of forming a society of missionary priests dedicated to evangelisation, education, and pastoral care. Over the years, the Fransalians have expanded their mission across the world, continuing their founder’s zeal and commitment in spreading the Gospel and serving communities in need according to the signs of the times.

By Fr. Austin Joy MSFS