Bidar, June 19, 2024 In a display of solidarity and determination, hundreds of domestic workers thronged the streets of Bidar on 19 June 2023, participating in a fervent rally organized by the Karnataka Domestic Workers Union in concert with various other unions. The demonstrators embarked on their march from Ambedkar Circle, culminating their journey at […]
On June 15, 2024, the Prison Ministry India, Aurad zone, marked Environment Day with an inspiring program at Subjail Aurad, dedicated to raising awareness about ecological preservation and the importance of nurturing our planet. Fr. Anil Crasta delivered an enlightening address to the inmates, underscoring the critical need to protect our environment and to take […]
A distinguished teachers’ training program was held at St. Joseph’s PU College in Bidar, thoughtfully organized by the Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society for their dedicated school teachers. Fr. Joyson Vas SJ graced the event as the resource person, delivering profoundly heartfelt and inspiring sessions. His innovative approach included dancing, playing, and laughing, effectively using practical […]
The Bicentennial birth anniversary celebration of Venerable Mother Veronica, the foundress of the Apostolic Carmel was celebrated on 1 October 2023 on Sunday. A solemn mass was celebrated by the Bishop of Gulbarga, Most Reverend Dr. Robert Michael Miranda, and concelebrated by Fr Wilson Fernandes, the parish priest of St Joseph Church, Bidar, as well […]
During the period of 29-31 August 2023, the Archdiocese of Caritas Prague made a visit to the Gulbarga diocese. A warm welcome was extended by the Bishop and his team to Dr. Jaroslav, Mrs. Paula, Ms. Barbara, and Economa, as well as Fr Edwardo, the Vice Chairman, as they met the privileged children from the […]
Kristhana Anukarane Sevege Prerane: On this theme, a Laity Convention for Pastoral Council Members of Bidar Deanery was organized on 5 and 6 August at Don Bosco Centre Chikpet Bidar. As part of the program, the Most Reverend Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi, and Bishop Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga Diocese, were present […]
As part of the World Anti-Human Trafficking Day, an awareness program was organized for Catholic women of Bidar Deanery on 30 July 2023 at Holy Cross Church Santpur, to bring social awareness among women. The women of Bidar Parish led the group in the prayer service. This was followed by a welcome address by Sr. […]
The Decennial Celebration of St Joseph Church Bidar took place on the 19th Sunday of 2023. The holy Eucharist was celebrated by Rev Fr Stany Lobo, the Vicar General of the Gulbarga Diocese. Priests from the Bidar deanery, religious, and lay faithful participated and thanked the Lord for the gift of the Bidar Mission at […]
On the occasion of Bhalki Jathrostav 2022, the cultural committee under the able leadership of Fr Wilson Fernandez organized various competitions for MCAChildren, Youth, Men, and women held on 24 October 2022 at St. Joseph High School, Bidar. All participants from all of the mission centers presented their well-prepared items on the stage, and the […]
Sacred Heart Church, Bidar was declared an independent Parish on 25 September 2022 by the Bishop of Gulbarga. On this day, the bishop celebrated Holy Eucharist and thanked God for giving Sacred Heart Church. This is the Mother Church of the Bidar Mission, where it all began 40 years ago. Fr John Paul is appointed […]