Zonal BEC Jubilee Celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki
Bhalki | 20 July 2025 — The Zonal Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC) Jubilee was meaningfully celebrated at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki, on Sunday, 20th…
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Transforming Lives Through Technology: A Mission of Mercy in Central Jail
In a compassionate move toward rehabilitation and empowerment, Carmel Jyothi Public Charitable Trust, in collaboration with Prison Ministry India, Gulbarga Diocese, organized a computer training…
Catholic NGO Secures Freedom for Three Prisoners in Kalaburagi, Karnataka
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…
Zonal Level Jubilee Celebration of Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC) Held in Bidar
The Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC) of Bidar and Aurad zones gathered joyfully for a Zonal Jubilee Celebration held at St. Joseph’s School Auditorium, Bidar. The…
Mission Orientation Held for New Priests and Sisters in Bidar Deanery
Bidar, June 26, 2025 – As part of its ongoing missionary formation initiatives, the Diocese of Gulbarga organized a Mission Orientation Program for newly arrived…
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…
Diocese Holds Zonal Mission Planning Meetings to Strengthen Grassroots Evangelization
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…
Diocese Launches Mission Inauguration and Orientation Programs Across Bidar, Gulbarga, and Bijapur Deaneries
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,…
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…
Career Guidance Program Empowers Youth at ORBIT, Humnabad
Humnabad, May 10, 2025 — Yuvachethana, the youth wing of the Diocese of Gulbarga, organized an impactful Career Guidance Program at ORBIT, Humnabad, drawing the…
Day of Dignity and Care: Bablad Brick Kiln Workers Celebrated on Labour Day 2025
On May 8, 2025, the dusty expanse of Bablad’s brick kiln in Gulbarga transformed into a vibrant hub of compassion and celebration, as the Commission…
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…
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…
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…
Jubilee Celebration of Women in Gulbarga Diocese: A Day of Faith, Unity, and Empowerment
On March 23, 2025, the vibrant spirit of faith and unity echoed through St. Mary’s Church, Mother Theresa Hall, as 90 women from across Gulbarga…
Jubilee Celebration of Women in Gulbarga Diocese: A Day of Joy, Celebration, and Empowerment
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Diocesan Youth Convention 2025: A Journey of Faith, Hope, and Transformation
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Karnataka Jesuit Youth Minsitry organised Magis 2024 at Gulbarga
The Karnataka Jesuit Youth Ministry in association with North Karnataka Youth Works organized the second Mag+s programme in Gulbarga, following the fruitful one in Mundgod…
Jeevan Jyothi Camp Successfully Conducted for 10th Standard Students by Youth Commission of Gulbarga Diocese
Bhalki, October 2024 – The Youth Commission of Gulbarga Diocese organized a vibrant and faith-filled Jeevan Jyothi camp for 10th standard students from October 10th…
“A Tribute to Compassion: Blood Donation Camp Held in Humnabad in Memory of Mother Teresa”
Humnabad, September 3, 2024 – In a heartwarming tribute to Mother Teresa, the patron saint of ORBIT Humnabad, a successful blood donation camp was organized…
Fr. Anil Crasta: A Journey from Gulbarga Diocese to National Leadership in Social Service
Delhi, 2nd September 2024 – Fr. Anil Crasta, a dedicated priest of the Diocese of Gulbarga, officially assumed his new role as the Associate Director…
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…
Carmel Seva Trust Marks Milestone with Inauguration of New Mobile Resource Center
August 17, 2024, the Carmel Seva Trust in Bidar celebrated a major achievement with the launch of its new Mobile Resource Center. This state-of-the-art vehicle,…
Inter-Religious Forum Hosts Successful Student Competitions on Harmony and Excellence
Kalaburagi, August 18, 2024: The Inter-religious Forum for Peace and Harmony, Kalaburagi, hosted a vibrant inter-school and college competition on August 18, featuring essay writing…
United for Justice: A Day of Prayer and Protest in Kalaburagi
Kalaburagi, August 10, 2024 – The All Karnataka United Christian Forum for Human Rights organized a National Day of Prayer and Protest, uniting Christians and…
De-Addiction Camp at Mother Teresa Charitable Hospital Empowers Seven Inmates
Kalaburagi: In July, Mother Teresa Charitable Hospital in Kalaburagi successfully conducted a month-long De-Addiction Camp, providing essential support to seven inmates. The program offered free…
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…
Heart-warming Collaboration Brings Hope to Children with Disabilities
Sevasangam, the diocesan Social Development Centre, Mother Theresa Charitable Hospital, and Good Sam Foundation, Bangalore visited the District Disability Welfare Officer and several disability centers,…
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…
“Walking Together as One Church”: Successful Lay Convention at Don Bosco Church, Chikpet
The Lay Convention of Bidar Deanery took place at Don Bosco Church, Chikpet, on the 3 – 4 of August, under the slogan “Jothe Jothe…
CRI Gulbarga Diocese Gathering: A Day of Reflection and Unity
Kalaburagi, 27 July 2024: The CRI Gulbarga Diocese, under the leadership of Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, held a significant meeting at Mother Theresa Hall,…
One-Day Photoshop Workshop Empowers Participants in Gulbarga Diocese
Kotnoor D, May 17, 2024 – Premavani Communications of the Gulbarga Diocese organized a one-day workshop on Photoshop poster design at the Sevasangama Social Development…
St. Ambrose High School’s New Building Officially Opened and Blessed
Wadi, July 10, 2024– The newly constructed St. Ambrose High School building was officially inaugurated and blessed 10 July 2024 in a ceremony attended by…
Gulbarga Diocese Sets Vision: YSM Aims to Transform Schools Across the Region
The YSM training was held for the students of Bidar and Gulbarga deaneries on June 29, 2024, at Mother Teresa Hall, Gulbarga. Fr. Stany Lobo,…
“Lighting the Path: ICYM 2024 Inauguration and Training Session Ignites Youth Leadership and Faith”
A training session for the newly elected ICYM office bearers and animators took place on June 29-30, 2024, at Sugyan Gulabarga. The event marked the…
Rally in Bidar: Domestic Workers Demand Comprehensive Legislative Protections
Bidar, June 19, 2024 In a display of solidarity and determination, hundreds of domestic workers thronged the streets of Bidar on 19 June 2023, participating…
Planting Hope: Environment Day Observed at Aurad Subjail
On June 15, 2024, the Prison Ministry India, Aurad zone, marked Environment Day with an inspiring program at Subjail Aurad, dedicated to raising awareness about…
Diocese of Gulbarga Hosts Successful Mission Orientation Across Deaneries
Gulbarga Diocese recently hosted a three-day Mission Orientation Program spanning its three deaneries. The event commenced on Friday, June 14, at ORBIT in Bidar, continued…
Fostering Excellence: Educator Training Initiative by KRCE and Gulbarga Diocese
The Karnataka Regional Commission for Education (KRCE) and the Gulbarga Diocese Education Society hosted a successful training programme for educators from their affiliated institutions. The…
Rekindling the Spark: GDES Reinvigorates Teaching Passion in Bidar
A distinguished teachers’ training program was held at St. Joseph’s PU College in Bidar, thoughtfully organized by the Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society for their dedicated…
Uniting for Change: Inspiring Stories from the Inter-District Domestic Workers’ Meet at Gulbarga
The Labour Commission of the Gulbarga Diocese, in collaboration with the Karnataka Domestic Workers Union, hosted an inspiring inter-district domestic workers’ assembly at Mother Theresa…
Elevating Education: GDES Hosts Transformative Teachers Enhancement Program in Gulbarga
Gulbarga, June 3, 2024– The Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society (GDES) successfully organized a Teachers Enhancement Program at Sugyan, Diocesan Pastoral Center in Kotnoor. The event,…
“Grace Renewed: A Sacred Gathering at Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral for Chrism Mass”
The hallowed halls of the Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral in Kalaburagi bore witness to a profound gathering, as Bishop Robert Miranda presided over the…
Premavani Communications Hosts Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, Unlocking New Horizons
The SUGYAN Diocesan Pastoral Center buzzed with activity as Premavani Communications, led by Director Fr. Roshan Dsouza, organized a workshop titled “Workshop on Artificial Intelligence:…
Bishop Inaugurates Premavani Studio in Gulbarga Diocese
GULBARGA, March 12, 2024 – The Diocese of Gulbarga witnessed a significant event today with the inauguration of the Premavani Studio. The ceremony was presided…
Diocese level Missionary childhood association Convention at Bhalki
The Diocese-level MCA program in Gulbarga marked a significant event. It kicked off with a creative inauguration, attended by 410 children from various zones. Animators…
Ordination to the Diaconate
On February 10, 2024, a significant event took place at the Infant Jesus Shrine in Bhalki as Bro. Francis and Bro. Rejironald were ordained to…
Jeevan Jyothi Camp at Bhalki
Jeevan Jyothi camp was held on October 15-18, 2023 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki and it was inaugurated by Rev Fr Stany Lobo, and Fr…
Erection of Ecclesiastical Tribunal for the Diocese of Gulbarga
The Diocese of Gulbarga inaugurated its Ecclesiastical Tribunal at Yesu Nilya, Bhalki on 5 October 2023. At the beginning Rev Dr Laurdusamy, President of CLSI…
Annual Youth Retreat at Bhalki Shrine
A Youth Retreat was organized by the Youvachethana, Gulbarga Diocese on 1-2 October 2023 at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki under the guidance of the…
Archdiocese of Caritas Prague made a visit to the Gulbarga Diocese
During the period of 29-31 August 2023, the Archdiocese of Caritas Prague made a visit to the Gulbarga diocese. A warm welcome was extended by…
Kristhana Anukarane Sevege Prerane – Laity Convention
Kristhana Anukarane Sevege Prerane: On this theme, a Laity Convention for Pastoral Council Members of Bidar Deanery was organized on 5 and 6 August at…
Anti-Human Trafficking Day at Santpur
As part of the World Anti-Human Trafficking Day, an awareness program was organized for Catholic women of Bidar Deanery on 30 July 2023 at Holy…
Religious men and women gathered as members of CRI Gulbarga Diocese
There were religious men and women from the Gulbarga Diocese who gathered for the first convention of CRI Gulbarga Diocese. The ceremony was held at…
Mission Orientation Programs reach throughout the Diocese of Gulbarga
The mission orientation program was organized throughout the Diocese of Gulbarga to keep Parish Pastoral team active and effective in the parish. Santhpur Zone: …
DEXCO Election and Youth Animators Training Program at Gulbarga
A two-day training program for the Youth of Gulbarga Diocese and for the Youth Animators was held on 24-25 June 2023 at Sugyan, the pastoral…
The Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee celebration of Fr Santhosh Dais and Fr Clary D’Souza
The Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee celebration of Fr Santhosh Dais and Fr Clary D’Souza was celebrated on 6 May 2023 at Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral,…
Newly Built Holy Cross School was Blessed and Inaugurated at Afzalpur
The Fathers of Holy Cross Congregation, belonging to the province of South India opened the doors of education ministry at Afzalpur on 4 May 2023.…
The Chrism Mass serves as a unified liturgical event in Gulbarga
Recollection for the priests and religious of Gulbarga diocese and the Chrism Mass took place on 30 March 2023 at Mother of Divine Grace Cathedral,…
The Diocesan Pastoral Plan Review at Kalburagi
As part of the review of the Diocesan Pastoral Plan, a meeting was held at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Center at Kalburagi, on 16 March…
Ongoing Formation for the Clergy of Gulbarga at Kalaburagi
The Bishop of Gulbarga, Most Rev Robert Miranda, organized two days of ongoing formation and self-assessment as well as envisioning for his priests on 14-15…
Women’s day Celebration at Kumbarpet empowered 200 women
Souhardha Social Service & Development Center Kumbarpet celebrated Women’s day at Kumbarpet on 8 March 2023. Mrs. Jayalalitha Patil the Advocate, and Mrs. Karuna Kulkarni…
Bala Milana Gathering at Bhalki
Bala Jyoti Program organized the Bala Milana children gathering on 4th March at the premises of Divya Jyothi School in Balaki. Each child who was…
The Golden Jubilee of Vidya Rani Convent and Shisuvihar Higher Primary School, Chittapur
The Bethany Sisters of Western Province celebrated The Golden Jubilee of Vidya Rani Convent and Shisuvihar Higher Primary School, Chittapur on 28 February 2023. Most…
The Day of the Consecrated Life celebrated at Kalaburagi
The clergy of the Diocese of Gulbarga celebrated the Day of Consecrated Life along with the CRI Gulbarga Diocese on 4 January 2023 at Mother…
ICYM office bearers meeting at Bhalki.
ICYM office bearers meeting was held at Holy Redeemer Church, Bhalki on 05 January 2023. ICYM secretaries from all the parishes presented their annual reports…
Bandavya – 2023 Couples Retreat at Kristashrama
Basavakalyan, Koudiyal, February 3, 2023: Kristashrama Spiritual Retreat Centre Koudiyal, Basavakalyan Taluk, Bidar District, Diocese of Gulbarga organised three days Couples Spiritual Retreat “Bandavya 2023” from…
“Capacity Building” Training Programme for the Youth
Youth commission in collaboration with the Indian Social Institute Bengaluru organized the second phase of three days program ‘ Capacity building ‘ from 9 –…
A day’s Pastoral consultations programme at ORBIT
A day’s Pastoral consultations programme was held at ORBIT for the Director, Parish Priests, and Religious Superiors of the Bidar and Gulbarga deaneries on 6…
Session on Social interventions and Present day challenges
Convened by Fr Anil Victor Vas, Secretary for Social Concerns all the FBOs except a few came together to share about their social interventions and…
Faculty for the Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:
For the first time, the Diocese of Gulbarga introduced extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion to assist the priests in the parishes. The training session was held…
Bhalki Jathrostava 2022 and Ruby Jubilee Celebration
The celebration of Bhalki Jathrostva 2022 and Ruby Jubilee of Bidar Mission took place at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bhalki on 4-6 November 2022. The celebration…
Bhalki Jathrostav competitions at Bidar
On the occasion of Bhalki Jathrostav 2022, the cultural committee under the able leadership of Fr Wilson Fernandez organized various competitions for MCAChildren, Youth, Men,…
Bhalki Zone Youth Programme at Bhalki
Bhalki Zone Youth Programme was held on 25 September 2020 at Holy Redeemer Church, Bhalki. The first session was conducted by Fr. Sachin Christy the resource…
Catholic Association, Bidar Unit was inaugurated officially
Catholic Association, Bidar Unit was inaugurated officially in the diocese of Gulbarga on 25 September 2022 at Sacred Heart Church, Bidar. After proper instructions on the…
Parish Family Cell training program
Parish Family Cell training was successfully held at the Cathedral and Bhalki mission on 24-25 September 2022 by the Family Commission. Mr Leslie Arauzo, the…
Nudi Namana: Loving tribute to Fr Benjamin D’Souza
NUDINAMANA Program in loving memory of late Fr Benjamin D’Souza was held on 19 September 2022 at Satyanubhava Centre, Basavakalyan. Including the bishop of Gulbarga,…
Seminar on Anti-Conversion law
United Christian Forum for Peace and Justice held a seminar on anti-conversion Law for all Priests, Pastors, and Religious of Bidar, Gulbarga, and Yadgir. The…
A review on Youth Ministry at ORBIT
A review of Youth Ministry in the diocese was held at ORBIT on 6 September 2022. Priests, Sisters, and Lay animators from various parishes and…
Free Physiotherapy Treatment and Festal Celebration at Mother Theresa Hospital, Gulbarga
Feast of St Theresa of Kolkota was meaningfully celebrated with several Doctors, 4 humanitarian foundations, and Medical and health personnel coming together at Mother Theresa…
Feast of St Mother Theresa and Blood Donation Camp at ORBIT
In honor of Mother Theresa, the patroness of ORBIT, a Blood Donation Camp was organized at ORBIT, Humnabad on 3 September 2022. Fr. Stany Lobo…
Election and Conference of CRI Gulbarga Unit
The members of the CRI unit Gulbarga came together for a day’s celebration on Saturday, 27th August, at Mother Teresa Hall, Cathedral. There were around…
Youth Retreat Sannidhi 2022 at Kaudiyal
A Night Vigil Prayer service in the presence of God was organized for the ICYM members of the Gulbarga Diocese on 27th August 2022 at…
Diocesan Pastoral Council Meeting at Gulbarga
Diocesan Pastoral Council Meeting was held on 13 August 2022 at Sugyan, the Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Kotnoor. Meeting began at 2.30 pm and ended at…
Inter- Religious Forum organized Inter-School/Colleges Competitions on the theme of National Integration
The Interreligious Forum for Peace and Harmony, Kalaburagi, organized Various competitions for schools and colleges of the Gulbarga region on 10th Aug 2022 at St…
Funeral Ceremony of Fr Benjamin D’Souza at Kayyar
On 10 August 2022, at 10.30 am, the Funeral Ceremony of Fr Benjamin D’souza took place in Christ the King Church, Kayyar. Most Rev Dr…
Workshop on Evangelization through commissions
On 9 August 2022, the Social Communication commission and the Basic Ecclesial Community commission organized a seminar for priests and sisters at Mother Theresa Church…
Feast of St Ann was celebrated at Wadi Parish
Solemnly, the parishioners along with the Parish Priest of St Ann Church, Wadi celebrate the feast of St Ann, the patron of their parish. A…
Seminar on Capacity Building for Youth at Kotnoor
Capacity building training program was held at Bishop’s House, Kotnoor for Catholic youth of Gulbarga Diocese. The program was organized by Yuvachethana, the youth wing…