Kalaburagi, Karnataka, July 11, 2025: Three economically disadvantaged prisoners were released from Kalaburagi Central Jail on Thursday, July 10, following the intervention of the Carmel Jyothi Public Charitable Trust and the Prison Ministry of India (PMI) unit of the Gulbarga Diocese. The prisoners—Shubash Shivarai Natikar (Prisoner No. 1258), Shrikanth Chinnu (No. 1733), and Sharanappa Narasappa […]
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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 […]
Rooted in Faith, Ready to Serve: Diocese Trains Catechists and MCA animators
The Commission for Faith Formation of the Diocese of Gulbarga successfully organized back-to-back formation programs for catechism teachers and youth animators of the Gulbarga and Bidar Denaries on 21st and 22nd June 2025, respectively. The program was led by Rev. Fr. Vijay Machado, Executive Secretary of the CCBI Commission for Faith Formation, Goa, and was aimed […]
Ordained to Serve: A Grace-Filled Evening at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral
With hearts lifted in profound gratitude to God, the Diocese of Gulbarga rejoiced on the evening of 11th May 2025, as the Diaconate Ordination of Bro. Ancy Vion Lobo took place at the majestic Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi. It was a day wrapped in solemnity, reverence, and heavenly joy—a sacred milestone not […]
Inter-religious and Inter-denominational Gathering in Honour of Pope Francis at Kalaburagi
The Interreligious Forum for Peace and Harmony – Kalaburagi Unit, in collaboration with various Christian denominations, organized a meaningful interfaith program in honour of Pope Francis on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Community Hall of St. Mary Church, Kalaburagi. The event took place from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, drawing the presence of esteemed […]
Chrism Mass and Day of Recollection Held at Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi
On 10th April 2025, the Diocese of Gulbarga witnessed a profound spiritual gathering at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi, as all the priests of the diocese came together in unity as Unum Presbyterium for the Chrism Mass and Day of Recollection. The day began with a recollection talk by Fr. Francis, C.Ss.R., the […]
Fr. Santhosh Bapu Assumes Office as Vicar General with Solemn Oath
Kalaburagi, April 10, 2025 — In a solemn and spirit-filled ceremony held at Sugyan, the Pastoral Centre of the Diocese of Gulbarga, Rev. Fr. Santhosh Bapu officially assumed office as the new Vicar General of the Diocese. The event was presided over by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga, and witnessed by priests, […]
A Vision for Tomorrow: The Gulbarga Diocesan Pastoral Plan Takes Shape
Most Rev. Robert Miranda, the Bishop of Gulbarga, organized a planning session for the Diocesan Pastoral Plan for the Year 2025-2030 on 8 March at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Center. This event gathered key figures and participants to discuss the direction and implementation of the diocesan pastoral plan. The resource persons for the session included […]
Missionary Childhood Association, Gulbarga Deanery, Celebrates Convention Day
The Missionary Childhood Association (MCA) of Gulbarga Deanery celebrated its Convention Day on Saturday, February 15, at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi. The event witnessed the participation of around 120 children from various parishes, including Wadi, Shahabad, Chittapur, Sedam, Chincholli, Kotnoor, and Sirnur. The program began with an introductory talk by Fr. Abhishek […]
Diocese of Gulbarga Celebrates the Day of the Consecrated Life
Kalaburagi, February 8, 2025 – The Diocese of Gulbarga joyfully celebrated the Day of the Consecrated Life at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral, Kalaburagi, bringing together religious priests, sisters, and brothers from various congregations to reflect on their vocation and commitment to the Church. The event, held at the diocesan level, was a solemn […]