Such a Man Did Live: Celebrating the Life of Rt. Rev. Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus Suffragan Metropolitan

Vinod Victor, an ordained pastor of the Church of South India endeared himself to the heart of Bishop Zacharias Mar Theophilus who was primarily instrumental in inviting him to several of the key events of the Marthoma Church. He was also the main speaker of Maramon Convention in 2010. Vinod has been in various leadership roles in the Church of South India and in the global ecumenical scene. He is now Presbyter of the CSI Church in Melbourne and also holds responsibility for the St. Matthews Anglican Church Ashburton, and CSI churches in Sydney and Adelaide.

Oommen Johnson is Thirumeni’s younger brother, who has always been a strong support to Thirumeni in all his activities, especially in the Shanthigiri project. He has been a leader in the technology sector, working mainly with O/E/N India.

Jacob Chandy Varghese knew Thirumeni from childhood, as a very close friend of his parents. He had various opportunities to observe Thirumeni from close quarters and was always fascinated by his abilities and impact. Jacob has been in leadership roles in various technology firms in Bangalore for close to 25 years. He is an active member of the CSI East Parade Church, Bangalore.