History

History of Diocese

The Satna Eparchy, established on July 29, 1968, covers 45,188 square kilometers across nine districts in Madhya Pradesh, including Satna, Chhatarpur, Panna, Rewa, Sidhi, Singrauli, Niwari, Maihar and Tikamgarh. Initially, it faced challenges adapting to local languages and cultures, but over time, it expanded its reach by opening schools, hospitals, and charitable institutions. In 1977, it was elevated to an eparchy with Mar Abraham Mattam becoming its first bishop.

Key Milestones:

Establishment: The eparchy was erected as an Apostolic Exarchate on July 29, 1968, and later raised to an eparchy on February 26, 1977.

Leadership: Mar Abraham Mattam served as the first bishop from 1968 to 1999, followed by Mar Mathew Vaniakizhakkel, who was appointed on January 14, 2000, and served for 14 years.

Current Leadership: Mar Joseph Kodakallil was appointed as the third bishop on July 22, 2015, and continues to lead the eparchy.

The eparchy focuses on education, healthcare, and social development, guided by its motto "Go around to do good for people." Today, under Mar Joseph Kodakallil's leadership, the eparchy continues its missionary work, serving approximately 2,860 Catholics across 16 parishes