May 2026

Dedication and Inauguration of New Cathedral of Sindhudurg Diocese

In a historic milestone for the Catholic community in Sindhudurg, a new Cathedral dedicated to Our Lady of Milagres was inaugurated with a solemn Dedication Ceremony on May 9, 2026. It was marked by intense spiritual fervor bringing together hierarchy, clergy, and thousands of lay faithful. The memorable celebration commenced with the formal inauguration of […]

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Thanksgiving Mass and Certificate Distribution Ceremony of the Bible Course

The Thanksgiving Mass and Certificate Distribution Ceremony for the Bible Course was held on 15 May 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the historic Sé Cathedral. Participants from the parishes of Calangute, Goa Velha, and Old Goa attended the celebration. The Bible Course was organised by the respective parishes and conducted by the Diocesan Centre for

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Diploma Day Held for Liturgical Music Courses

The Committee for Formation in Liturgical Music organised the Diploma Day marking the successful conclusion of the Courses in Liturgical Music conducted for the Margao Deanery and for the Panjim Parish, during the Pastoral Year 2025-26. A total of 81 participants successfully completed the course which comprised of 20 hours of study and practical demonstrations.

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Rachol Seminary Announces Theological-Pastoral Course for Lay Faithful

The Patriarchal Seminary of Rachol, through its Good Shepherd Institute of Theology, has announced a Theological-Pastoral Course for Lay Faithful focusing on the teachings of the Church in the spirit of the Second Vatican Council. The programme aims to deepen the understanding of Christian Ethics, Social Doctrine, and Faith among the laity. The sessions will

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Revered Diocesan and Music Maestro Fr. Bernardo Cota Passes Away

Revered Diocesan Priest and Music Maestro Fr. Bernardo Cota Passes Away Fr. Tomé Bernardo Teofista Cota (lovingly known to all as Fr. Bernardo Cota), a revered diocesan priest of the Archdiocese of Goa, passed away on 27th May, 2026, at the age of 80. He leaves behind a monumental legacy as a gentle shepherd and

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Priests, Religious, Laity and People of all walks of Life Mourn the sad Demise of Fr. Bolmax Pereira

–Fr. Barry Cardozo Priests, Religious, Laity and People of all walks of Life Mourn the sudden and heartbreaking demise of Rev. Fr. Bolmax Pereira, a beloved priest, dedicated Professor of Botany, passionate PhD scholar, and an impactful community leader of Goa, whose funeral mass will be celebrated on 28th May, 2026, at 3.30 pm, Holy

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Webinar on Celebrating ‘Creation Day’ with the New Mass Scheduled for June 9th

Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences in collaboration with various Church bodies, will organise a formation webinar on June 9 titled “Why & How to Celebrate ‘Creation Day’ with the New Mass,” to help dioceses, parish teams, and priests prepare for the annual celebration of Creation Day on the third Sunday of September. The initiative follows

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