29/08/2020
Dr Zacharias Mar Theophilus Suffragan Metropolitan (29 Aug 1938 - 27 Dec 2015.)
'A genuine human being whose influence transcended boundaries
A family member who was never too busy to be there by the side of each person of his larger home in their times of need
A friend who had a special way of touching the souls of those dear to him
A parish priest who endeared himself to everyone in the pews and equally to those outside the porticos
A bishop close to the hearts of the people
A visionary who was willing to go the extra mile to live out the prayer - Your kingdom come
A master builder whose vision was instrumental in the making of several institutions of repute
A church planter whose untiring efforts resulted in the formation of several worshipping communities globally
An ecumenical ambassador who lifted the esteem of his people in many a global forum for decades together
A Suffragan Metropolitan who vehemently stood for the reformation ethos and traditions of his church while being open to accommodate the demands of changing times'
(From the book, 'Such a Man Did Live: Celebrating the Life of Rt. Rev. Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus Suffragan Metropolitan'
- Jacob C Varghese, Oommen Johnson, and Vinod Victor)
On Thirumeni's birthday, which is celebrated as Founder's day of Tharangam Mission Action Centre, we recollect his love for God, compassion for people and passion for the Kingdom of God and dedicate ourselves to carry on his legacy.
Rt Rev Thomas Mar Timotheos Episcopa & Tharangam Family.
