Even during his childhood, certain distinguishing characteristics made him different from other children. He had no craze for costly clothes and ornaments; but preferred simple clothes. He was not much interested in games, as is usual with children of his age. Instead he was deeply attracted towards prayers, Bible reading and listening to the life of Saints. He very carefully observed ‘fasting’ even from his young days.

Rev.Fr.Geevarghese Malpan of the Chathuruthy family was Geevarghese’s uncle (father’s brother). The Malpan was an authority in the Syriac language, and as he recognized the outstanding and divine qualities of Kochaipora, decided to teach the boy the Syriac language. Since the boy could sing well it was an advantage in learning Syriac. Gevarghese Malpan saw in the young Kochipora, his successor. So he started teaching the boy the Syriac language and Kochaipora very soon picked up the language and its music scheme. 

Kochaipora who grew up under the care of Geevargese Malpan, could attract everybody towards him by his exemplary qualities. His interest in spiritual matters, sincere devotion, great humility, unquestioning obedience and above all his ability to sing Syriac devotional songs sweetly were greatly appreciated by Geevarghese Malpan; and it was his desire to raise his illustrious disciple to priesthood. Accordingly the boy Geevarghese was ordained as deacon at the very young age of 9 by  H.G.Palkunnathu   Mathews Mar Athanatius, Metropolitan, at Karingachira Church on the 14th of September 1857. 
 

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