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 […]
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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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
Shanthidootha – Inter-Religious Christmas Programme Held at Bidar
Bidar, 18 December 2025:The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM), Bidar Unit, under the Diocese of Gulbarga, successfully organised “Shanthidootha – An Inter-Religious Christmas Programme” on 18 December 2025 at the Poojya Sri Channabasava Pattadevaru Ranga Mandir, Bidar. The programme was a meaningful initiative aimed at promoting peace, harmony, and brotherhood among people of different faiths, […]
BalaJyothi Child Sponsorship Programme Celebrates Christmas with Beneficiaries at Bhalki
The BalaJyothi Child Sponsorship Programme of the Diocese of Gulbarga joyfully organized a Christmas celebration for its beneficiaries on 13 December 2025 at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki. The occasion also served as the annual get-together of BalaJyothi sponsorship students, bringing together around 350 children and animators from different mission areas of the diocese. The […]










