In 1952 Krupadanam and Hanna Marks arrived in the remote area of Kothapatnam, Andrha Pradesh. There was no electricity and a lot of poverty. This area had never heard the Gospel message and it was Krupa and Hanna who made every effort to share the Good News of Jesus Christ to all who would listen. There are now small churches up and down the coastline of this region thanks to their continued faithfulness. Fast forward to today and the Marks family (pictured)  are continuing the legacy left by their parents and grandparents. Pastor John Marks the youngest of 13 who started  the Hanna Krupa mission in 1985 now faithfully serve the people in the surrounding colonies. Their mission includes aid distribution to poor families, helping females in sewing and crafts and supporting impoverished children whilst operating the day to day running of Hanna Krupa Mission Church . (The Marks Family from left to right- Vasanthi Marks, Pastor John Marks, Joseph Marks, Meena Marks, Zoheth Marks (aka Smiler) and Krupa Marks JR).