Archdiocesan News

Grandparent’s day was celebrated at Holy Spirit Institute Margao, in anticipation, on 24th July 2025 in the school hall. Two grandparent representatives from High School and Pre- Primary were invited for the same. The programme began with a meaningful prayer service. A lovely wallpaper based on the theme was then released at the hands of

On the evening of 24th July 2025 the Parish of St. Francis Xavier Church, Chicalim was buzzing with activity and laughter as the Parish Priest warmly received the members of Diocesan Women’s Commission and the parish delegates for the inaugural function of their Parish Women’s Cell – the first one to be formed from among

The World Apostolate of Fatima (WAF) in Goa recently concluded its Marian Congress  a two-day event commemorating 70 years of WAF’s devoted presence in this blessed region. The congress drew an enthusiastic crowd, with over 150 attendees participating in the overnight program and close to 300 faithful joining the second-day service and Eucharistic Celebration. The

St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa–Goa, marked the beginning of its 63rd academic year with a solemn Inaugural Ceremony on 12th July 2025. Held in the college Ark, the programme commenced at 9:30 a.m. with a Eucharistic celebration presided over by His Eminence Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão, Archbishop of Goa and Daman. The event revolved around the

Society has progressed over time, empowering women to break through the pre-existing stereotypes and venture into various fields, previously frowned upon. While the contemporary educational system encourages youth to take up professions without any discrimination, there has still been irregularity in society with girl dropouts or unemployment due to the fear of safety at the

As part of the ongoing 400-year celebration of the Christian faith in Chicalim, the vibrant and reflective event Xristti Utsov – Let’s Celebrate Nature was held on 20th July at the Village Panchayat Hall, Chicalim. Organized by the Assoi Dongri and Regina Mundi sectors of St. Francis Xavier’s Church, Chicalim, the event was a heartfelt

The Pedro Arrupe Institute is organizing a day-long workshop on Medicinal Plants titled “Nature: The Healer” on 10th August 2025 (Sunday) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at St. Xavier’s Street, Damon (East), Raia, Salcete-Goa. The workshop will be conducted by Prof. Hector Andrade and Kavitha Andrade, and will include engaging hands-on sessions, informative talks,

The Dance and Theatre Club of St. Francis Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Siolim, hosted a vibrant and heartwarming Inter-Class Dance Competition titled “Rhythm of Hope” as part of the Jubilee year celebration, on Thursday, 17th July 2025. Beginning at 12:30 p.m, the event saw enthusiastic participation from students across all streams of the higher secondary

The Diocesan Youth Centre held its annual All Goa Parish Youth Representatives (ExCo) Meet on 6th July 2025 at Old Goa(SJVSRC). Over 290 youngsters from 147 parishes all over Goa participated in this gathering. This meet aimed at orienting and training youth representatives  to form and animate their parish youth groups. They were also introduced

The inauguration of the new formative year for 2025-26 was held at the Pastoral Institute, Old Goa, on the 4th of July 2025, in the auditorium. The theme for this year is “Being tangible signs of hope, let us restore all things in Christ (“Bhorvanxeacheo khoreo ani niz khunnam zavun, sogott Krista sovem ekthaum-ia).” The