Dr. E C Abraham Edathara, CEO of St. Ephraim Universal Syriac Orthodox Medical Mission and Senior Professor at University of Arkansans for Medical Studies was honoured by His Holiness the Patriarch with Commander Title & St. Ephraim Medal considering his meritorious service and contributions to society and the church. Archbishop Mor Theethoos Yeldho Pathikkal of American Archdiocese handed over the honor on behalf of holy father at a solemn function held at St. Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church Augusta.