To commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Gulbarga Catholic Diocese, a Blood Donation and Eye Check-up Camp was jointly organized by the Indian Red Cross Society, Kalaburagi, and the Catholic Association, Kalaburagi at the Mother Teresa Auditorium, St. Mary Church Campus, Court Road, Kalaburagi, on October 12, 2025. The event began with a prayer and […]
Author: Fr Roshan Dsouza
Gulbarga Diocese Establishes Think Tank to Foster Faith and Leadership
Kalaburagi, Oct 11, 2025: The Diocese of Gulbarga inaugurated its new Think Tank Unit at Sugyan Pastoral Centre, Kalaburagi, with the aim of fostering collaboration among professionals and learners to strengthen the mission and administration of the Church. The program began with a welcome address by Fr. Santhosh Bapu, followed by the presidential message from […]
Together with Mary: A Jubilee of Family Prayer
The Diocese of Gulbarga, in collaboration with the Holy Cross Family Ministry of the South Indian Province, celebrated the Family Jubilee 2025 with the theme “Together with Mary: Jubilee Rosary Day for Families” on 5 September 2025 at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi. The event was filled with prayer, joy, and a spirit […]
Jeevan Jyothi Camp at Bhalki: 80 Young Hearts Set Aflame for Christ
The Jeevan Jyothi Camp, held from 28 to 30 September 2025 at the Infant Jesus Shrine in Bhalki, was a grace-filled experience that brought together 80 Catholic boys and girls of the 10th Standard for three days of faith, fellowship, and renewal. Animated by the Youvachetha Team, the camp began with joy and enthusiasm, and […]
Uniting in Grace: Gulbarga Diocese Celebrates Laity and BEC Jubilee
KALABURAGI – A profound and joyful celebration unfolded on September 21, 2025, as the Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs) and the laity of the Gulbarga Diocese marked their Jubilee Year. The day-long event, held at the historic Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi, brought together over 120 faithful under the inspiring theme, “Be devoted to […]
A Journey to Holiness: Youth Retreat Inspires Faith and Commitment
The annual three-day Youth Retreat, organized by the Youth Commission, recently took place at the Infant Jesus Shrine in Bhalki. This year’s theme, Harshisu, which translates to “rejoice” in Kannada, set the tone for a powerful spiritual journey led by Rev. Fr. Richard Quadras, OFM Cap. Throughout the retreat, Father Quadras encouraged the young participants […]
Pope Leo Elevates St. Devasahayam as Guide and Patron of the Laity
The Catholic Church in India rejoices as the laity receive their own patron saint in St. Lazarus Devasahayam, the first Indian layman martyr to be canonised. His life now shines as a guiding light for all lay faithful who strive to live their faith with courage and conviction. Born in 1712 as Neelakanda Pillai in […]
Renewed in the Spirit: CCR Constitution Program at Kotnoor
A special program on the Constitution of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) was held on September 14, 2025, at the Sugyan Diocesan Pastoral Center, Kotnoor. The event was organized under the guidance of the Episcopal Regional Adviser and the Chair of the Karnataka Charismatic Renewal. The resource person, Mr. Santhosh Talachira, a member of the […]
Youth Gathering at Talmadige: A Day of Inspiration and Joy
Talmadige, August 31, 2025:The Humnabad Zonal Youth Gathering was held on August 31, 2025, at Talmadge with the participation of 43 enthusiastic youth from the zone. The day began with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, presided over by Fr. Sachin Christy, who in his homily invited the young people to place their trust in […]
Towards Meaningful Liturgy: Clergy Commit to Authentic Worship
A seminar on “Fostering Meaningful Celebration of Liturgy” was organized for the clergy of the Diocese on 28th August 2025 at Sugyan Pastoral Centre, Kalaburagi. Around 40 priests participated in this significant event aimed at enhancing the liturgical life of the diocese. The resource person was Fr. Moncy Nellikunnel SDB, Head of the Department of […]