*Rajkot:* _Most Rev. Bishop Gregory Karotemprel CMI (93)_, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Rajkot and a beloved member of CMI St. Xavier's Province, Rajkot, entered eternal rest on *Sunday, 19 July 2026 at 12:17 p.m.*
*Biography:*
- *Diocese:* Pala
- *Parish:* Chemmalamattam
- *Date of Birth:* 6 May 1933
- *First Profession:* 8 December 1955
- *Priestly Ordination:* 17 May 1963
- *Episcopal Ordination:* 24 April 1983
- *Entered Eternal Rest:* 19 July 2026
For over 70 years he dedicated his life to religious service and for more than 40 years he shepherded the Church as Bishop with humility and faith.
*Funeral Details:*
The Funeral Rites will be held on *Tuesday, 21 July 2026, at 2:00 p.m.* at *Sacred Heart Cathedral (Prem Mandir), Rajkot.*
*For those attending:*
Please book air tickets to *Hirasar International Airport, Rajkot* or *Ahmedabad International Airport*. Rajkot is approximately six hours by road from Ahmedabad.
*Contact:*
Fr. Tomy Ekkan CMI – +91 94264 48797
Fr. Jose Mangalamkunnel CMI – +91 96647 32756
Let us commend the soul of our beloved Bishop Gregory to the infinite mercy of God and pray that the Risen Lord may grant him eternal rest and everlasting joy in His heavenly kingdom. 🙏
*The News Malayalam*
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