Archdiocesan News

Don Bosco Vocational Training Institute (VTI), Igramol, Quepem, Goa, will conduct a Nursing Assistant Technology Course commencing in February 2026. The four-month course offers practical training, affordable fees, and Don Bosco certification. There is no age limit, and the programme is open to all female candidates. As the course will be conducted in English, knowledge […]

In this month’s Heritage Hour, Daniel Michon will be talking about his book ‘Shadow Puppets, Songs and Sacred Feasts.’ The Entrada de Bonifrate para a Festa dos Reis (The Arrival of the Puppets for the Feast of the Kings) is a puppet show composed in 1740 and most likely performed on 6 January 1741 (the

As is my custom, I wish to take the opportunity at the dawning of another year to wish all our readers, particularly from Goa, a New Year full of the Almighty’s blessings in their lives and endeavours. I pray for the gifts of peace to our families, harmony to our communities and unity to our

The Archdiocese of Goa and Daman solemnly concluded the Year of the  Ordinary Jubilee on December 28, 2025, the Feast of the Holy Family with  Eucharistic celebration held at the Se Cathedral, Old Goa. The Holy Mass was presided over by Bishop Simião Fernandes, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman with several

 In a heart-warming display of gratitude and love, the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman organized a special Christmas Outreach Programme for its dedicated church employees. The event, which took place on 30th December, 10.30am, at the St. Joseph Vaz Retreat Centre, Old Goa, was a gesture of appreciation for the tireless service of those who often

The Story of Christmas, told through Bharatanatyam and titled “Cradle of Light,” depicted the Nativity stories surrounding the birth of Jesus at Sadbhav Christmas. The celebration was organized by the Society of Pilar at the Horta De Maria, Pilar Pilgrim Centre, Pilar, Goa, on 21st December 2025. An explosive performance by the quartet of dancers -Impana

St. Xavier’s College hosted its 60th Annual Sports Meet on 13 December 2025. The meet witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and well-wishers. The programme commenced with a warm welcome address by the Administrator, Rev. Fr. Antonio Salema, followed by the ceremonial flag hoisting by the Chief Guest, Mr. Edwin Colaco, Supredentent of Police.

Novena and Solemnity of St. Joseph Vaz at the Old Church of Our Lady of Health, Rua Escravo de Maria, Sancoale, will be held from 7th to 15th January 2026, culminating in the Feast Day celebrations on 16th January. This year’s theme is “Filled with Hope, St. Joseph Vaz proclaimed Christ through the ministry of

The members of the St. Luke’s Medical Guild spent the Second Sunday of Advent (7th December 2025) in the warm company of the children at the St. Xavier’s Academy, Baingini. The day began with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, presided over by Fr. Maverick and Fr. Jorge. In his inspiring homily, Fr. Jorge reflected

Fr. Agnel Minor Seminary, Pilar, staged a powerful Biblical Musical Drama “Nabotacho Mollo” (Naboth’s Vineyard), with a compelling message of environmental and social justice during its annual day celebrations held recently. It portrayed the gripping struggle of a humble farmer defending his ancestral land from the clutches of greed and corruption. The play was conceptualized and