Three day training for resource persons from different dioceses took place from 3rd to 5th September 2008 at Kottayam. The Rt. Rev. Thomas Samuel, The Most Rev. Dr. Philipose Mar Chrysostom Marthoma Valiya Metropolitan, Rev. Dr. K. A. Abraham, Dr. M. P. Joseph Mr. G. Balachandran, Mr. Jayakumar and Dr. Mathew Koshy Punnackadu were the trainers. Rev. Dr. P.K Kuruvilla was the local convener. It was a new experience for the Clergy. As per the clergy, they are attending such an orientation for the first time.