A two-day training programme for Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC) Animators was successfully conducted at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Kotnoor, on 7–8 March 2026. The programme aimed at strengthening the vision, spirituality, and leadership of animators who guide the Basic Ecclesial Communities in the parishes of the diocese. The training began with the solemn enthronement […]
Author: Fr Roshan Dsouza
Deanery Pastoral Councils Conduct Leadership Training Ahead of Panchayat Polls
Kalaburagi, Feb. 28: The Bidar and Gulbarga Deaneries organized their Pastoral Council Meetings and Leadership Training sessions on Saturday, February 28, 2026, with a focus on strengthening grassroots leadership and preparing for the forthcoming Grama Panchayat Elections 2026. The meeting of the Bidar Deanery Pastoral Council recorded the participation of 85 members, while the Gulbarga […]
Youth Gathering 2026 – Walk with Christ
The Kalaburagi Zone of the Conference of Religious India (CRI) solemnly organized the Lenten Youth Programme titled “Walk with Christ” at St. Thomas Church, Shahabad, on Sunday, the 1st of March 2026. The gathering, held under the noble theme “Empowering Young Minds – Growing in Faith and Fellowship,” witnessed the earnest participation of youth who […]
Computer Training Programme Inaugurated for Prisoners at Central Prison, Kalaburagi
In a meaningful step towards rehabilitation and empowerment, the Prison Ministry of India – Gulbarga Diocese, in collaboration with The Carmel Jyothi Public Charitable Trust, Kadaganchi, inaugurated a three-month Computer Training Programme for 30 inmates at the Central Prison, Kalaburagi. The programme was formally inaugurated by the Chief Superintendent of the Central Jail, Mr. K. […]
Blessing and Inauguration of New Floor and Annual Day Celebrated at St. Mary School, Aland
Aland, February 17, 2026 – It was a day of profound significance for the St. Mary School community, as the institution marked a major expansion alongside its annual celebration of student achievement. The school hosted the formal Blessing and Inauguration of its newly constructed first floor, an event that seamlessly integrated the solemnity of a graduation […]
Diocese of Gulbarga Conducts Seminar on New Labour Codes to Strengthen Institutional Governance
The Diocese of Gulbarga organized a significant seminar on New Labour Codes on 12 February 2026 at Sugyan, aiming to equip educational, religious, and social institutions with clarity on the evolving legal framework governing employment and institutional administration. The programme was conducted by the Commissions for Social Concerns and Education under the guidance of Fr. […]
St. Peter High School Block Inaugurated at Shahapur
St. Peter School, Shahapur, marked a significant milestone in its journey of educational service with the Inauguration and Blessing of the newly constructed St. Peter High School Block on Thursday evening at the St. Peter School Campus, Devi Nagar, Church Road. The new school block was inaugurated and blessed by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Michael […]
New School Building of St. Mary English Medium School, Humnabad Inaugurated and Blessed
The newly constructed school building of St. Mary English Medium School, Humnabad was solemnly blessed and inaugurated on Saturday, 17 January 2026, at Maniknagar, Humnabad. The auspicious ceremony was led by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga and President of the Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society, who formally inaugurated the new academic block and […]
Called, Consecrated, and Sent: Priestly Ordination in the Diocese of Gulbarga
On December 30, 2025, the Diocese of Gulbarga was filled with deep joy and thanksgiving as a significant milestone was marked in its spiritual journey. In a solemn and grace-filled Eucharistic celebration held at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga, ordained Deacon Ancy Vion Lobo as a […]
Inter-Religious Christmas and New Year Celebration Marks Closing of Jubilee Year in Gulbarga Deanery
An Inter-Religious Christmas and New Year Celebration was held at the Mother Teresa Community Hall, Kalaburagi, marking the closing of the Jubilee Year in the Gulbarga Deanery. The celebration was organised by the Inter Religious Forum for Peace and Harmony and brought together people of different faith traditions to promote peace, unity, and harmony. On […]










