April 2026

On Tuesday, 21st April 2026, Rachol Seminary celebrated a special moment as nine seminarians were ordained to the Holy Order of the Diaconate. The Mass began at 9:30 AM and was presided over by Archbishop Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão. Fr. Nelson Sequeira served as Liturgical Animator and the Santa Cecilia Choir, led by Fr. Mathew

The parishioners of Our Lady of Candelaria Church, Baina-Vasco, marked the beginning of their spiritual preparations for the annual feast with the solemn installation of the Maddi (Our Lady’s flag hoisting) on 23rd April, 2026. This meaningful tradition signifies the commencement of the feast celebrations and invites the faithful to enter into a time of

The Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) accorded a warm and fitting farewell to Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal, who served from 13 March 2021 to 23 April 2026. The farewell gathering was hosted by the Apostolic Nunciature in New Delhi on 23 April 2026. The event was attended by

The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC) has shared the attached pastoral appeal titled “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” (Mt 5:9): A Pastoral Appeal for Peace, Justice, and Moral Responsibility.” In the context of growing global tensions and violence, the appeal expresses solidarity with the Holy Father and calls upon all people of goodwill to work

Stella Maris Chapel, Miramar, was solemnly elevated to the status of a Church on April 15, 2026, marking a historic and grace-filled milestone for the local Catholic community. The solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over by His Eminence, Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão, in the presence of the Rev. Frs. Fr. Romeo Monteiro, Chancellor, Fr. Francisco

Caritas Goa celebrated International Women’s Day with a series of vibrant programmes alongside their Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in North Goa and South Goa, highlighting the strength, creativity, and community leadership of women at the grassroots level. The first celebration was held at St. Anthony’s Church, Siolim, in collaboration with the Social Unit of the Missionary

MoCA Presents ‘The Legend of Bebinca’: A Unique Culinary Experience in Old Goa The Museum of Christian Art (MoCA), in collaboration with The Goan Kitchen, is set to host a distinctive culinary and cultural experience titled “The Legend of Bebinca” at the historic Convent of Santa Monica in Old Goa. This immersive event invites participants

Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão, president of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India and Archbishop of Goa and Daman, has been appointed as one of the members of the Vatican Dicastery for Communication, by Pope Leo XIV. The Vatican Dicastery for Communication is responsible for overseeing the Church’s global communication efforts. Cardinal Ferrão is also,