Mathew Arackal | |
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| Bishop Emeritus of Eparchy of Kanjirappally | |
| Archdiocese | Syro-Malabar Catholic Archeparchy of Changanassery |
| Diocese | Syro-Malabar Catholic Eparchy of Kanjirappally |
| Term ended | 15 January 2020 |
| Predecessor | Mar Mathew Vattakuzhy |
| Successor | Mar Jose Pulickal |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 13 March 1971 by Mar Antony Padiyara |
| Consecration | 9 February 2001 |
| Rank | Bishop |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 10 December 1944 Erumely |
| Denomination | Catholic Church |
| Residence | Bishop's House, Kanjirappally |
| Alma mater | St. Thomas Apostolic Seminary, Vadavathoor |
Mar Mathew Arackal is a bishop of the Syro Malabar Catholic Church and an active champion in issues of the environment and society. He served as Head of the Eparchy of Kanjirappally from 9 February 2001 to 2 February 2020. He was also the Chairman of the Syro-Malabar Church Commission for the Laity.