BIDAR MISSION (1982) Parish News

ICYM Gulbarga Diocese Holds DEXCO Election at Orbit, Humnabad

The ICYM DEXCO elections for the Diocese of Gulbarga were held on 6th July 2025 at ORBIT, Humnabad. The event was marked by great enthusiasm, active participation, and a strong spirit of leadership formation. It brought together 45 youth and 8 animators from across the diocese, all committed to strengthening the mission of the Church […]

KALABURAGI 1962 Parish News

Feast of Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral: Bishop Miranda Leads Candlelit Celebration

On June 22, 2025, the Cathedral of the Mother of Divine Grace in Kalaburagi came alive with joy and reverence as faithful gathered to celebrate the Feast honoring the Blessed Mother and the profound mystery of the Eucharist. At the heart of the celebration, Bishop Robert Miranda, Chair of the Cathedral, presided over the solemn […]

Halbarga Parish News

Inauguration of Assisi Nivas & Installation of Fr. Sathish as Mission Director

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 […]

Parish News Ujini Parish

Silver Jubilee Celebration of Christ the King Church, Ujini

The faithful of Ujini joyfully celebrated the Silver Jubilee of Christ the King Church on February 16, 2025, marking 25 years of faith, service, and community building. The grand celebration began with a solemn procession of the Jubilee Cross around the village, led by Fr. Albert Crasta, the first Director of Ujini Mission. The event […]

Afzalpur Mission Education Parish News

Inauguration and Blessing of Holy Cross School’s Second Floor in Afzalpur

Afzalpur, February 7, 2025 – The Holy Cross School in Afzalpur marked a significant milestone with the inauguration and blessing of its newly constructed second floor. The auspicious event was led by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga, alongside Fr. Lawrence D’Alemedia, Provincial Superior of the Fathers of Holy Cross Congregation (Province of […]

BIDAR MISSION (1982) Education Parish News

Inauguration and Blessing of the Newly Built St. Joseph’s CBSE Block

The newly constructed St. Joseph’s CBSE Block was solemnly inaugurated on January 21, 2025, at Shahapur Gate, Bidar. The event began with a prayerful ceremony led by Fr. Stevan Veigas, Secretary of the Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society (GDES), who officially inaugurated the block. The building was then blessed by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop […]

Parish News Prison Ministry VIJAYAPURA MISSION (1991)

Medical Camp Organized for Prisoners at Bijapur Jail

On January 17, 2025, a significant medical camp was conducted within the premises of Bijapur Prison, benefiting nearly 220 prisoners. The initiative was organized by Prison Ministry India, Bijapur, under the able leadership of Fr. Joseph Vas, Sr. Divya, Sr. Jaya, and Fr. Suman, who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of the event. The […]

Aland Mission Parish News

Aland Mission Celebrates CHRISTMAS SAMBRAMA

Aland, a small town in the Kalaburagi district of North Karnataka, under the Gulbarga Diocese, experienced a unique and uplifting celebration of Christmas this year. Remarkably, despite the absence of a single Catholic family in the region, the mission station—established just eight years ago—succeeded in uniting people from all walks of life to share in […]

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 […]