Information AboutKalloor Chacko |
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Chacko is uniquely remembered for his role in the birthing of the modern Pentecostal movement in India. Coming into contact with the American missionary, Robert F. Cook, in the 1920's, Chacko invited Cook to Thrikkannamangal from North India. Cook, after surveying the area, moved to Thrikkannamangal, renting a home adjacent to Chacko's home. Chacko and Cook worked hand in hand to set up the first Pentecostal church in India. Chacko set aside part of his land for this, though he never signed it over to any church. As the work progressed, Cook expanded to other areas of Kerala, establishing churches in places like Thuvayoor. Cook joined the Church of God (Cleveland, Tennessee) and proceeded to bring all of his mission works into the Church of God. Several of his co-workers parted company and began their own organizations. Though Chacko continued to support Cook's work for some time, they also parted company over doctrinal and organizational differences. Cook relocated the headquarters of the Church Of God (Full Gospel) In India to Mulakuzha. Chacko retained ownership of the church and property, which is still the oldest registered Pentecostal church in India. |
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