THE NECF Malaysia Tamil Commission was officially launched at its inaugural seminar, attended by about 100 Tamil pastors and leaders from 45 churches all over the country.

At the seminar, entitled "Current Trends and Challenges facing the Tamil Churches and Indian Community", NECF Secretary-General Rev Wong Kim Kong dedicated the members of the commission, which is chaired by Rev Dr John Nagamuthu who also is an NECF council member.

Besides Rev Wong, the other speaker was Dr Dennison Jayasooria of Yayasan Strategik Sosial Malaysia. Rev Wong explained the role of NECF and its relationship with the Christian Federation Malaysia, the official body representing the total Christian community in Malaysia.

Dr Jayasooria shared how Tamil churches can help the Indian community by tapping on the government and non-governmental organisations resources that are available.

Following their talks was a dialogue session that had many participants querying how the Tamil commission can empower the Tamil churches and pastors to face the modern challenges.