Bhalki Parish News&Events Proclamation And Evangelization

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 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 […]

BIDAR SJ Parish News

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 […]

Ecumenism And Dialogue KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

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 […]

KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Three New Priests were Ordained for the Diocese of Gulbarga

On December 8, 2025, the Diocese of Gulbarga celebrated a joyful and important event as three deacons were ordained as priests. The ceremony took place at the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi, led by Bishop Robert Miranda. Deacons Aron Fredrick Vas from Arva Parish in Mangalore, Francis Antony from Mariyanpalya Parish in Bangalore, […]

Bhalki Parish News&Events

Bhalki Jathrotsava 2024: A Grand Celebration of Faith and Harmony

The celebration of Bhalki Jathrostva 2024, the annual feast of Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki, took place at Bhalki Mission on 8-10 November 2024. The celebration of Jathra began in Bhalki City with the procession of the Infant Jesus. Most Rev Dr. Robert Miranda, bishop of Gulbarga, Priests, Sisters, and Laity joined in the solemn procession. […]

News&Events WADI MISSION (1970)

Empowering Educators: A Journey into Artificial Intelligence at St. Ambrose School, Wadi

On 24 August 2024, St. Ambrose School, Wadi, hosted a one-day Teacher’s Orientation Program on Artificial Intelligence (AI), aimed at equipping educators with modern tools to enhance their teaching methodologies. The event was held within the school premises and saw active participation from the entire teaching staff. The session was graced by the presence of […]

KALABURAGI 1962 News&Events

Active Participation in Diocesan Commissions Emphasized

The Diocesan Pastoral Council convened at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Center, on August 9th. The meeting was initiated by Very Rev. Stany Lobo, the Pastoral Plan Coordinator of the Gulbarga Diocese, who delivered the keynote address, citing Canon Law about the need of Diocesan Pastoral Plan. The election of the Secretary was conducted through a […]

BIDAR SJ CHIKPET MISSION (2008) Parish News Prison Ministry

Carmel Seva Trust and Don Bosco, Chikpet Mission Launch Computer Training Program at Bidar District Prison

On the auspicious day of August 5, 2024, the Bidar District Prison witnessed the grand inauguration of a computer training program, a noble initiative jointly organized by Don Bosco Fathers and Carmel Seva Trust, Bidar. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Superintendent of Prisons, Dattatreya Medh, and Jailer T. B. Bajentri, who, […]