"And I will give you shepherds after my own heart,
who will feed you with knowledge and understanding."
(Jeremiah 3:15)

Rector & Parish Priest
Rev. Fr. Francis Michael
Date of Birth : 6-Dec-1954
Date of Ordination : 15-Dec-1982
Ever since assuming office in May 2007, he has been instrumental in bringing back more devotions. Inspite of all the strenuous responsibilities, he can be seen praying before every Mass he officiates. He listens to every pilgrim patiently and counsels them.

Administrator
Rev. Fr. Thomas A
Date of Birth : 3-Jun-1969
Date of Ordination : 30-Apr-2000
Having a young and energetic charisma, he has been co-ordinating the daily activities of the Shrine. He has the spirit of come what may. He has taken over in May 2008. Both the Priests have been working as a team and developing the Shrine.

Confessor
Rev. Fr. Kurian T S
Date of Birth : 14-Aug-1931
Date of Ordination : 28-Apr-1962
Hearing confessions and counselling is what he does continuously. He is always willing and ready to hear confessions irrespective of the time.

Priests who rendered their services
Rev. Fr. P.T.Arulappa 1972 - 1974
Rev. Fr. P.Joseph 1974 - 1978
Rev. Fr. P.T.Arulappa 1978 - 1980
Rev. Fr. P. Antony Doss 1980 - 1981
Rev. Fr. T.J. George 1981 - 1988
Rev. Fr. J. Amalraj 1988 - 1993
Rev. Fr. P.J. Lawrence Raj 1993 - 2000
Rev. Fr. Bernard Lawrence 2000 – 2007
Rev. Fr. Francis Michael 2007 -

Annai Vailankanni Shrine is served by the Diocesan Priests belonging to the Archdiocese of Madras - Mylapore.