July 2026

Under the aegis of the Archdiocese of Bombay, the F.I.A.M.C. Bio-Medical Ethics Centre (Recognised by SIRO, Govt. of India) invites you to register for the Certificate Course in Healthcare Ethics 2026-27! In collaboration with the College of Social Work (Autonomous), Nirmala Niketan, Mumbai, this 9-month virtual programme explores critical human rights and ethical issues across […]

Auxiliary Bishop Simiao Fernandes, Fr. Mario Souza, Assistant administrator of the Archdiocese, other priests and volunteers from Borda, Fatorda, Reis Magos and Panaji Parishes participated in the paddy cultivation at Archdiocesan fields in Reis Magos, on 5th July. Carrying on with the initiatives of protecting nature and preserving traditional occupations, the Archdiocese, supported by Archbishop

The Parish Social Action Forum was formed in Colva Parish, under the leadership of Parish Priest Fr Polly Lobo. The first meeting of the cell was held on 10th March 2026. Fr. Freddy Braganca (Incharge of CRT) explained the purpose of the Social Action Cell i.e. to bring out the good of the community welfare

The Cathecists along with the children and Farmers of St. Michael Parish Orlim, celebrated environment Day ( Xritticho Dis) on 28th June 2026. The celebration commenced with the Solemn Mass. The main Celebrant was Fr. Hayston Ferao, the Secretary for Diocesan Ecological Commission, where he delivered a meaningful homily with the help of PPT, on

The Konkni Daiz Trust, in collaboration with Sahityik Ani Sonskrutik Daiz, has announced a Short Story Writing Competition (Mottvio Kotha Borounchi Spordha) to encourage Konkani literary talent. The competition is open in two categories. Bhag I (Children’s Literature) invites original short stories of 350–500 words, while Bhag II (Adult Literature) is for original short stories

The Xavier Retreat House, Baga, a Goa Jesuit Province Ministry, will organise an Ignatian Eco-Consciousness Day titled “Sow, Grow, Relish!” on 9 August 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at its campus in Baga. The one-day Organic Home & Kitchen Gardening Workshop will be facilitated by Miguel Braganza, horticulturist, organic farming advocate, and conservationist.

The new academic year at St. Xavier’s College welcomed all First Year Undergraduate students through a novel Student Induction Programme (SIP). Blessings upon the staff and students were implored through a solemn Eucharistic celebration on the theme “ Abide in me”, which was presided over by the Auxilliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Goa, Most

The Church of Santana, Talaulim, Goa Velha, will celebrate the Feast of St. Anna on Sunday, 26th July 2026. Novena in preparation for the feast will be held from 17th to 25th July 2026, with Holy Masses at 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. each day. On the Feast Day (26th July), Holy Masses will be

Following the successful observance of the National Day of Prayer and Fasting on 28th June 2026, the Joint Action Forum on Minorities (JAFM) has launched a nationwide Digital Signature Campaign urging citizens to support the withdrawal of the proposed FCRA (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The Forum has called upon churches, institutions, organisations, and individuals across the

The World Apostolate of Fatima (WAF) — Goa Archdiocesan Division & Indian National Centre, will host the 12th Indian National Meet & 2nd Goa Marian Congress from 15 to 17 July 2026 at the Pilar Pilgrim Centre, Pilar, Goa. Gathering Bishops, Clergy, Religious & Pilgrims from across India, the three-day Congress carries the theme “Learn,