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 […]
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 […]
Bhalki, August 17, 2025 – On the occasion of World Youth Sunday, the ICYM members of Bhalki Zone came together for a vibrant Zonal Gathering at Bhalki on August 17, 2025. The event saw the joyful participation of 35 youth members from Bhalki and Halbrga centers. The program began with a short prayer, invoking God’s […]
Bidar, August 17, 2025 – The Bidar Zonal Youth Gathering was held at Sacred Heart Church, Bidar, bringing together 55 enthusiastic youth from various centers of the zone for a day of faith, fellowship, and joyful learning. The program began with an inspiring session led by Fr. Derek Barnabas, who encouraged the participants to recognize […]
As part of the National Youth Sunday celebrations, the Aurad Zonal Youth Gathering was held on 10 August 2025 at Holy Cross Church, Santhpur. Youth from four different centers came together with enthusiasm and active participation, making the event a vibrant expression of unity and commitment. The gathering featured Mr. Nandadeep Borale, Secretary of the […]
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 […]
The Diocese of Gulbarga organized the second Jubilee Year 2025 program, the Youth Convention, at St. Joseph’s PU College, Bidar, near Shahapur Gate, from January 24-26, 2025. Centered on the theme “Bharavaseya Yathrikaru – Namma Yuvajanaru” (Pilgrims of Hope – Our Youths), the three-day event drew enthusiastic participation from young people across the diocese. The […]
The Karnataka Jesuit Youth Ministry in association with North Karnataka Youth Works organized the second Mag+s programme in Gulbarga, following the fruitful one in Mundgod last year. Mag+s Kalaburagi 2024 took place from October 10th to 12th at St. Xavier’s Campus, Kalaburagi. Around 250 pilgrims from North Karnataka joined this beautiful Jesuit youth gathering with […]
Bhalki, October 2024 – The Youth Commission of Gulbarga Diocese organized a vibrant and faith-filled Jeevan Jyothi camp for 10th standard students from October 10th to 13th, 2024, at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki. Themed ‘ಹೊಸ ಕನಸುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೊಸ ಹೆಜ್ಜೆಗಳು’(New Steps in New Dreams*), the camp saw enthusiastic participation from 96 students, along with 18 dedicated […]
The YSM training was held for the students of Bidar and Gulbarga deaneries on June 29, 2024, at Mother Teresa Hall, Gulbarga. Fr. Stany Lobo, the chief guest, addressed the gathering, encouraging the students to be goal-oriented and live value-based lives. In his speech, Fr. Praveen Joseph told the children, “As your goodness is seen […]