Archdiocesan News

“I believe…” — The words we recite every Sunday, echoing a profession of faith that has shaped Christian identity for centuries. To mark the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed, the Catechetical Unit of the Patriarchal Seminary of Rachol hosted a vibrant and enlightening Catechetical Seminar on 14th September 2025, drawing together catechists from across […]

Pilar Theological  Institute and Good Shepherd Institute of theology, Rachol, Goa  organised a  Inter-Seminary Theological Symposium on the theme “Committed to one’s Faith, Collaboration with other Faiths” on 13th September 2025, at Seminary Auditorium, Pilar Goa.  Adv. Devender Saini, Ex-Additional Advocate General, Haryana, Dr. Muniza Rafiq Khan, Registrar, Gandhian Institute of Studies, Varanasi and Dr. Fr. Rajkumar

The Month of September brings with it some joyful memories with the celebration of Novenas and feast of the Nativity of Mother Mary accompanied with the celebration of mother’s Day in the various Parishes of Goa. This year being the Jubilee Year, the Jubilee of Mothers was also celebrated in various parishes. However something unique

‘Youth Aspire’, a career-oriented program organized by the Diocesan Youth Centre (DYC-Goa), was held on the 30th and 31st of August 2025 at the St. John Paul II Complex, Margao. The event sought to give youngsters an insight into the farming scenario in Goa and introduce them to new opportunities, and was attended by 45

The Parish of St. Francis Xavier, Duler, recently marked a special occasion, celebrating Family Apostolate Sunday and the Jubilee of Families on 31st August 2025. The event, which coincided with the Diocesan Day dedicated for the same purpose, brought together parishioners of all ages for a day of spiritual reflection, practical guidance, and joyful fellowship.

The Department of Psychology in collaboration with the Wellness Centre of St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, observed World Suicide Prevention Day with a series of thoughtful and engaging activities. The highlight of the program was an address by the resource person, Dr. Dhume, who spoke on the importance of reaching out and helping individuals see the light amidst their struggles.

The Third National Ecumenical Bishops’ Fellowship Meeting was held on Sept. 11, 2025, from 02.00 to 03.30 p.m. at the CBCI Centre, New Delhi. About 25 participants took part in it including the Archbishops / Bishops, Church Heads, and the delegates of various Christian Denominations. The CBCI Office for Dialogue and the Desk for Ecumenism

In a special ceremony commemorating the Christian Jubilee Year on 4th September 2025 at 5:00 PM, His Eminence, Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrao, along with staff from the various offices of the Archbishop’s House, planted two species of Lagerstroemia trees in front of the residence. This meaningful event was held to create a living legacy of

The AICUF of St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa organized REVIVE — a half-day recollection for Xavierites to spend time in prayer, fellowship, and faith while also ‘reviving’ themselves to become more ardent proclaimers of Christ’s love. The recollection was held on 26 August 2025  at the Seminar Hall of the College and witnessed the participation of