Father Isaac Wissa was born and raised in Melbourne. He was raised in the church from his childhood and grew embracing the church's faith and tradition by participating in liturgical services, deacons school and Sunday school. He attended St Anthony’s Coptic Orthodox College from Prep to year 12, and was elected as school captain in year 12. In 2010-11, He graduated from year 12 and studied bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) for 3 years at Swinburne University. He completed two units in Masters in Education and working as a Teachers Aide at Hillcrest Christian College. He completed and graduated from the University of Divinity with a Masters of Theology, completing a Thesis on the Coptic Funeral Prayers. He has served at St Mina’s Church since 2010, upon completing the Discipleship course. Served in the Middle school and High School Sunday School services, Deacon's School and discipleship course both in hymns and faith. God called him to the priesthood through the church fathers in October 2018. His response to God's calling was most surprising but as Abouna recalls 'whatever the Lord needs, do it.' He was ordained at the hands of H.H Pope Tawadros II on the 6th July 2019 at St Bishoy's Monastery in Wadi Natroun and spent the 40 days of retreat at the Baramus Monastery and was received by the congregation on the 16th August 2019. Can you describe some of the most memorable experiences you have had in your ministry? The memorable moments Abouna has experienced is seeing the repentant heart in peoples' lives, experiencing the baptisms of children and those entering the faith is a joyful occasion. Abouna sets his vision on the church being Noah's Ark for all people to be saved. Part of this vision is that the church grounds becomes a comfortable space for all parishioners, young and old to enjoy spending time within this sacred space. Are there any specific projects or initiatives you are passionate about? Abouna sets his vision on the church being Noah's Ark for all people to be saved. Part of this vision is that the church grounds becomes a comfortable space for all parishioners, young and old to enjoy spending time within this sacred space. Is there a particular verse or quote that resonates with you and your ministry? Abouna's message to himself first before all, is 'the bending of the knee' of repentance to change our lives and hearts to attain the Kingdom of God. Furthermore, 'Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?' Romans 8:35 What message do you want to convey to your congregation and the community? We are called to Love God with all our souls, mind, strength and your heart and your neighbour as yourself.