Contentious Chounavel (OMI) a French Missionary and the founder of the church arrived at Wennappuwa between 1861 and 1863 A.D. 300 families lived there at the time. His intention was to gather those families whose faith was strong and visible, under one roof.
Controversial Chounavel (OMI) a French Missionary and the founder of the church arrived in Wennappuwa between 1861 and 1863 A.D. At that time, around 300 families resided there. His objective was to unite those families whose faith was visible and robust, under one single dwelling.