KTM Family Association
The Malankara association held in Thiruvalla on 1982 selected Rev. Fr. Mathai (Eldest Son of Mathunni Kurikesu) along with 4 other priests as new Bishops of Malankara Orthodox Church. Later Rev. Fr. Mathai was consecrated as HG Mathews Mar Epiphanios and became the Assistant Metropolitan of Quilon Diocese. It was on this occasion that our family members have taken some serious efforts to formulate an association. Although there were primitive efforts in the past by some of our forefathers, it was only after the consecration of HG Mathews Mar Epiphanios, it became a reality. The association functioned for a few years after the consecration. There was a huge reception organised for Thirumeni. However, the enthusiasm boiled down in the later years and restarted its activities only after the sad demise of Thirumeni (perhaps its an irony) to conduct his memorial services. Since then, we have undertaken different charity initiatives and family re union events also. We have selected a general body and working committee to manage these eventson a regular basis. Funds are raised through like-minded family members as donations and generous contributions from outside people for charity events. Mr K John, Koottaraxhikathu puthen veettil, is currently serving as the Association President and Mr Benil Mathew (Thekke Koottarazhikam, Marakulam) as the secretary.