Archdiocesan News

Randne Pol: Tilamola Parish Revives Faith, Culture, and Community

In a world that moves quickly and often forgets to look back, there are moments when a community chooses to slow down and remember who they are. Such a moment was experienced in the parish of Tilamola where a simple initiative became a profound rediscovery of life itself.On April 19, the parish organised “Randne Pol,” […]

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Official Statement of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman regarding Hateful and Malicious remarks against St. Francis Xavier

The Catholic Church in Goa expresses deep pain and anguish over the hateful and malicious remarks made recently at a public function in Vasco city against St. Francis Xavier, affectionately known as the Gõycho Saib, a saint loved and revered not only in Goa but by millions of people across the globe. We unequivocally reject

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Baina Parish Begins Feast Preparations with Solemn Maddi Installation

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

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CCBI Honours Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli at Farewell Gathering

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

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Fr. Agnelo Pinheiro Ordained Bishop of Sindhudurg

Fr Agnelo Jacinto Pinheiro was ordained as the Bishop of Sindhudurg during a solemn Eucharistic celebration held at Navsarni, the Diocesan Pastoral Centre in Sawantwadi, on April 16, 2026. The ordination was conferred by Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão, Archbishop of Goa and Daman, who served as the Principal Consecrator. Fr Agnelo had been appointed Bishop

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A Pastoral Appeal for Peace, Justice, and Moral Responsibility – FABC

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

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Stella Maris Church becomes the 175th Parish of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman

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

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Caritas Goa Marks International Women’s Day with Self-Help groups (SHG) Celebrations in North Goa and South Goa

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

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