KALABURAGI 1962 Parish News

World’s Largest Christmas Star Illuminates Kalaburagi

Kalaburagi, December 25, 2024 – The Christmas celebrations at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi witnessed an awe-inspiring event as the world’s largest Christmas star, standing at an impressive height of 200 feet, illuminated the festive spirit. Constructed on the grounds of St. Mary School, this magnificent structure has been recognized by the […]

Ecumenism And Dialogue KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Inter-Religious Christmas Celebration Held in Kalaburagi

Kalaburagi, December 21, 2024 – The Inter-Religious Forum for Peace and Justice organized an Inter-Religious Christmas Celebration at Mother Teresa Hall, bringing together leaders from various faiths to foster unity and goodwill. The event witnessed the presence of prominent dignitaries, including Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga; Rev. Sumanth Saradagi; Dr. Khaji Hamid […]

KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Three New Priests were Ordained for the Diocese of Gulbarga

On December 8, 2025, the Diocese of Gulbarga celebrated a joyful and important event as three deacons were ordained as priests. The ceremony took place at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi, led by Bishop Robert Miranda. Deacons Aron Fredrick Vas from Arva Parish in Mangalore, Francis Antony from Mariyanpalya Parish in Bangalore, […]

KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Active Participation in Diocesan Commissions Emphasized

The Diocesan Pastoral Council convened at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Center, on August 9th. The meeting was initiated by Very Rev. Stany Lobo, the Pastoral Plan Coordinator of the Gulbarga Diocese, who delivered the keynote address, citing Canon Law about the need of Diocesan Pastoral Plan. The election of the Secretary was conducted through a […]

KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

One-Day Photoshop Workshop Empowers Participants in Gulbarga Diocese

Kotnoor D, May 17, 2024 – Premavani Communications of the Gulbarga Diocese organized a one-day workshop on Photoshop poster design at the Sevasangama Social Development Center. The workshop, held on May 17, 2024, saw enthusiastic participation from 13 individuals, including two sisters. The workshop was led by Fr. Roshan D’Souza, Director of Premavani Social Communications […]

Education KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Fostering Excellence: Educator Training Initiative by KRCE and Gulbarga Diocese

The Karnataka Regional Commission for Education (KRCE) and the Gulbarga Diocese Education Society hosted a successful training programme for educators from their affiliated institutions. The event took place at two locations: the SUGYAN Diocesan Pastoral Centre in Gulbarga on June 13, and St. Joseph’s PU College in Bidar on June 14. Fr. Stephan Veigas, Secretary […]

KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Uniting for Change: Inspiring Stories from the Inter-District Domestic Workers’ Meet at Gulbarga

The Labour Commission of the Gulbarga Diocese, in collaboration with the Karnataka Domestic Workers Union, hosted an inspiring inter-district domestic workers’ assembly at Mother Theresa Hall, Kalaburagi, on June 5, 2024. This remarkable event brought together 35 union leaders from Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Bidar, and Bijapur. Fr. Stany Lobo, the Vicar General, commenced the gathering with […]

Education KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Elevating Education: GDES Hosts Transformative Teachers Enhancement Program in Gulbarga

Gulbarga, June 3, 2024– The Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society (GDES) successfully organized a Teachers Enhancement Program at Sugyan, Diocesan Pastoral Center in Kotnoor. The event, held on June 3, 2024, aimed to improve the teaching skills of educators from Gulbarga and Yadgir Districts. Fr. Stevan Veigas, the GDES Secretary, inaugurated the program with a compelling […]