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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Blessing and Inauguration of St. Joseph Chapel, Mudnaal
17th January 2025 marked a day of spiritual significance for the faithful of Mudnaal village, Itga Mission, as Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga, blessed the newly constructed St. Joseph Chapel and celebrated the Holy Eucharist. The event was a joyous occasion for the people of Mudnaal, Itga, and Udbaal, who gathered in […]
ORBIT Celebrates 30 Years of Service and Transformation
Humnabad, January 16, 2025 – The Organization of Bidar Integral Transformation (ORBIT) celebrated its Pearl Jubilee, marking 30 years of dedicated service to social transformation and community empowerment. The grand event took place at ORBIT’s premises near the Railway Station in Humnabad, Bidar District, Karnataka. The celebration was a testament to ORBIT’s journey of fostering […]
Chinnara Mahotsav 2025 Marks a Joyful Start to Jubilee Year 2025
Bhalki: The Missionary Childhood Association (MCA) of Gulbarga Diocese launched its Jubilee Year 2025 with a grand celebration, Chinnara Mahotsav 2025, held from January 12 to 14 at the Infant Jesus Shrine in Bhalki. The event brought together around 400 MCA children who participated enthusiastically, showcasing their talents and deepening their faith. The three-day program […]
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 […]
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 […]
Shanthidootha Christmas Inter-Religious Programme Spreads Message of Unity in Bidar
Bidar, December 18, 2024 – The District Rangamandir in Bidar came alive with festive cheer and interfaith harmony as the Bidar Mission Team organized the 13th Shanthidootha Christmas Inter-Religious Programme. The event, which attracted around 800 attendees, was a beautiful celebration of unity, peace, and the Christmas spirit. The program witnessed the participation of eminent […]
Inter-Religious Christmas Celebration Held in Kalaburagi
Kalaburagi, December 21, 2024 – The Inter-Religious Forum for Peace and Justice organized an Inter-Religious Christmas Celebration at Mother Teresa Hall, bringing together leaders from various faiths to foster unity and goodwill. The event witnessed the presence of prominent dignitaries, including Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga; Rev. Sumanth Saradagi; Dr. Khaji Hamid […]