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 […]
Bidar, June 21, 2025 – The Diocese of Bidar has successfully completed an extensive series of zonal planning meetings held from June 17-19, 2025, bringing together priests, religious, and lay leaders from across the diocese to develop concrete action plans aligned with the Diocesan Pastoral Plan (DPP) 2030. Under the leadership of Bishop Robert Miranda and […]
Gulbarga, June 19, 2025 – In a spirit of renewed evangelization and synodal collaboration, the Diocese recently conducted a series of Mission Inauguration and Orientation Programs across the Bidar, Gulbarga, and Bijapur deaneries. These spiritually enriching gatherings brought together priests, religious, and lay leaders to reflect on the Church’s mission, strengthen pastoral strategies, and embrace the vision of the Diocesan […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
On March 16, 2025, around 450 women from Bidar Deanery gathered at St. Joseph’s School Hall in faith and unity to celebrate the Jubilee Year under the theme Women in the Pilgrimage of Hope. The event began with a prayer led by Fr. Clary D’Souza, welcome note by Mrs. Jancy followed by an innovative inauguration. […]