Archdiocesan News

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 […]

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

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

MoCA Presents ‘The Legend of Bebinca’: A Unique Culinary Experience in Old Goa The Museum of Christian Art (MoCA), in collaboration with The Goan Kitchen, is set to host a distinctive culinary and cultural experience titled “The Legend of Bebinca” at the historic Convent of Santa Monica in Old Goa. This immersive event invites participants

Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão, president of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India and Archbishop of Goa and Daman, has been appointed as one of the members of the Vatican Dicastery for Communication, by Pope Leo XIV. The Vatican Dicastery for Communication is responsible for overseeing the Church’s global communication efforts. Cardinal Ferrão is also,

Archbishop Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao, in a special ceremony installed three new Cannons to the Chapter of Canons of See Cathedral, Old Goa. This Chapter of Canons was established by the Apostolic See in 1534 by the Bull “Aequum Reputamus” and thus is now 492 years old. The ceremony was held at See Cathedral, Old

The Cook for Change Challenge (CFCC) – Season 3, organized by the Veruschka Foundation in collaboration with Caritas Goa, concluded successfully, marking its largest and most impactful edition to date. The initiative continues to promote inclusion, creativity, and empowerment through culinary arts for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as individuals with speech

The Vocation Commission for the Diocesan Clergy (VCDC) of the Seminary of Our Lady, Saligao-Pilerne will present a special children’s Choir Concert titled “Carlo Acutis” on Wednesday, 15th April 2026 at 6.00 p.m. at the Our Lady of Rosary Church, Fatorda. The concert is conceived as a spiritually enriching and musically vibrant initiative aimed at

A book on the Chapel of St Joaquim at Borda-Margao was released during the Easter midnight service at Borda on April 5, 2026. ABOUT THE BOOKThe Chapel of St Joaquim at Borda, believed to be the only Chapel in Goa dedicated to the Saint so far, is a landmark monument serving parishioners in Borda-Margao for 240 years.

The Deaf Ecclesial Advocacy and Fraternity (DEAF) members of Goa participated in a spiritually enriching Lenten Retreat held on 19th March 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the St. Francis Xavier’s Training Centre for Persons with Disability. The retreat was uniquely conducted entirely in sign language by Fr. Joseph Thermadam, making it deeply