In a momentous celebration filled with grace and joy, the newly constructed Presbytery “Assisi Nivas” was solemnly inaugurated and blessed by His Excellency Bishop Robert Miranda on 1st June 2025 at Halbarga Mission. The auspicious occasion also marked the official transition of leadership as Rev. Fr. Sathish, OFM (Cap), assumed charge as the new Director of Halbarga Mission, succeeding Rev. Fr. Salvadore Fernandes, who […]
Author: Fr Roshan Dsouza
Ordained to Serve: A Grace-Filled Evening at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral
With hearts lifted in profound gratitude to God, the Diocese of Gulbarga rejoiced on the evening of 11th May 2025, as the Diaconate Ordination of Bro. Ancy Vion Lobo took place at the majestic Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi. It was a day wrapped in solemnity, reverence, and heavenly joy—a sacred milestone not […]
Career Guidance Program Empowers Youth at ORBIT, Humnabad
Humnabad, May 10, 2025 — Yuvachethana, the youth wing of the Diocese of Gulbarga, organized an impactful Career Guidance Program at ORBIT, Humnabad, drawing the participation of 37 enthusiastic youth from various mission centers. The event was graced by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga, who addressed the gathering with deep concern for young […]
Day of Dignity and Care: Bablad Brick Kiln Workers Celebrated on Labour Day 2025
On May 8, 2025, the dusty expanse of Bablad’s brick kiln in Gulbarga transformed into a vibrant hub of compassion and celebration, as the Commission for Labour, Gulbarga Diocese, partnered with Don Bosco PYaR and Divine Nursing Institute, Gulbarga, to honor Labour Day with a life-changing two-hour medical camp. Nearly 70 brick kiln workers and […]
Inter-religious and Inter-denominational Gathering in Honour of Pope Francis at Kalaburagi
The Interreligious Forum for Peace and Harmony – Kalaburagi Unit, in collaboration with various Christian denominations, organized a meaningful interfaith program in honour of Pope Francis on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Community Hall of St. Mary Church, Kalaburagi. The event took place from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, drawing the presence of esteemed […]
Chrism Mass and Day of Recollection Held at Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi
On 10th April 2025, the Diocese of Gulbarga witnessed a profound spiritual gathering at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi, as all the priests of the diocese came together in unity as Unum Presbyterium for the Chrism Mass and Day of Recollection. The day began with a recollection talk by Fr. Francis, C.Ss.R., the […]
Fr. Santhosh Bapu Assumes Office as Vicar General with Solemn Oath
Kalaburagi, April 10, 2025 — In a solemn and spirit-filled ceremony held at Sugyan, the Pastoral Centre of the Diocese of Gulbarga, Rev. Fr. Santhosh Bapu officially assumed office as the new Vicar General of the Diocese. The event was presided over by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga, and witnessed by priests, […]
Jubilee Celebration of Women in Gulbarga Diocese: A Day of Faith, Unity, and Empowerment
On March 23, 2025, the vibrant spirit of faith and unity echoed through St. Mary’s Church, Mother Theresa Hall, as 90 women from across Gulbarga Deanery gathered for a momentous Jubilee Celebration. Themed “Women in the Pilgrimage of Hope,” the event was a powerful testament to the role of women in the family, Church, and […]
Jubilee Celebration of Women in Gulbarga Diocese: A Day of Joy, Celebration, and Empowerment
On March 16, 2025, around 450 women from Bidar Deanery gathered at St. Joseph’s School Hall in faith and unity to celebrate the Jubilee Year under the theme Women in the Pilgrimage of Hope. The event began with a prayer led by Fr. Clary D’Souza, welcome note by Mrs. Jancy followed by an innovative inauguration. […]
A Vision for Tomorrow: The Gulbarga Diocesan Pastoral Plan Takes Shape
Most Rev. Robert Miranda, the Bishop of Gulbarga, organized a planning session for the Diocesan Pastoral Plan for the Year 2025-2030 on 8 March at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Center. This event gathered key figures and participants to discuss the direction and implementation of the diocesan pastoral plan. The resource persons for the session included […]