Fr. Pierre appointed as Judicial Vicar of the Chaldean Diocese

Effective August 1, 2025, His Excellency Bishop Francis Kalabat appoints Reverend Pierre Konja as Judicial Vicar of the Chaldean Diocese of St. Thomas the Apostle of the USA, following the completion of his Licentiate in Canon Law (J.C.L.). Reverend Konja will undertake this new role while continuing to serve as Pastor of St. Thomas Chaldean Catholic Church in West Bloomfield, Michigan. As Judicial Vicar, he will oversee the Diocesan Tribunal Office and be responsible for all canonical matters, including marriage annulments.