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Father Dr. Patrick Mathias, SDB, has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) Bible Commission. The decision was made during the CCBI Executive Committee meeting held in Bangalore from 6 to 7 May 2025.
A significant outreach event, Unnathi Sangamam, took place at Don Bosco College, Sulthan Bathery, under the Gothravardhan Scheme of the Kerala State Legal Services Authority (KeLSA) on May 6. Jointly organized by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Wayanad, and SIGHT Wayanad (An NGO of the Don Bosco College, Sulthan Bathery), the program aimed to empower tribal communities through legal awareness and health initiatives.
The Vatican announced the election of Pope Leo XIV shortly after white smoke blew from the roof of the Sistine Chapel on Thursday. The Pope's birth name is Robert Francis Prevost. He is the first Pope from the United States of America.
In a bold move to harness the power of sports for youth development, Don Bosco institutions, in partnership with Jugend Eine Welt (JEW), BREADS Bangalore, and the Oommen Chandy Foundation, officially launched the ‘Sports for Change’ initiative in Kerala. The inaugural ceremony occurred at Don Bosco Schools, Puthuppally, Kottayam, and was presided over by the Honourable Governor of Maharashtra, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan.
The annual May Feast, a profoundly significant event for the Bandel Basilica Parish and the Archdiocese of Calcutta, was joyfully celebrated on May 3 with a solemn Eucharistic celebration presided over by Archbishop Thomas D'Souza, joined by sixteen priests.
With immense joy and gratitude to God, the Salesian Province of Tiruchy (INT) celebrated the priestly ordination of seven deacons on April 29 at Don Bosco, Thanjavur. Most Rev. Dr. Sahayaraj Thamburaj, DD, Bishop of Thanjavur, presided over the solemn Eucharistic celebration and conferred the Sacrament of Holy Orders.
In a moment of profound grace and thanksgiving, His Excellency, the Most Rev. Stephen Rotluanga, Bishop of Aizawlthe, consecrated the newly constructed parish church in Lawngtlai. Fr. John Zosiama, SDB, Provincial of Shillong, Fr. Joseph Lalbiakthanga, Vicar General of the Diocese of Aizawl, members of the Provincial Council, Sr. Maria Goretti Sangma, MSMHC, Provincial of Shillong and a host of priests and religious from the Dioceses of Aizawl, Shillong, Silchar, and Tripura attended the sacred ceremony.
From his earliest days in the working-class neighbourhood of Flores in Buenos Aires, Jorge Mario Bergoglio— Pope Francis—found joy in the simplest things: a football, a few friends, and a dusty patch of ground. He was never the strongest or the fastest on the field, but with a ball at his feet, he felt free, alive, and connected.
A wave of youthful enthusiasm is building up at the historic Marian shrine of Our Lady of Happy Voyage in Bandel. Young devotees are spearheading a campaign to deepen Marian devotion in anticipation of the annual May feast.
The streets of central Bengaluru came alive with vibrant energy early Sunday morning on 27 April, as the 17th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) World 10K run kicked off, setting the stage for a celebration of athleticism, community and human spirit. Mr. Suresh N and a few other collaborators of BREADS (Bangalore Rural Education & Development Society) represented BREADS in the 5k Majja run category. Participants in the Majja Run are not tracked for finish times, and timing certificates are not issued. The focus is on celebrating the act of running for fun, with the option for participants to wear costumes and promote social causes.
"He was a pope among the people, with an open heart towards everyone,"
As a Salesian, one cannot help but be moved by the deeply personal and foundational connection that Pope Francis shares with the Salesian Family — a bond rooted in the earliest moments of his life and nurtured by a figure who would become spiritually pivotal to him and his family: Father Enrique Pozzoli, SDB.
Students of Don Bosco Tuition Centre Nitika in Tangra, Kolkata, extended their Earth Day 2025 celebrations beyond their institution to inspire the local community. They transformed Radhanath Chowdhury Road, Seal Lane, and Tangra into a hub of environmental awareness, thus spotlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices.
"I would like us to once again have hope and trust in others, even in those who are not close to us or come from distant lands… because we are all children of God."— Pope Francis, in his final message.
Central Christian Belief:
Easter signifies the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the central belief for many Christians regarding salvation and eternal life.Victory over Death:
The resurrection is seen as a triumph over death and sin, offering believers hope for a new life in Christ.Hope and Renewal:
Easter represents renewal, rebirth, and the enduring power of hope, encouraging individuals to embody love, forgiveness, and compassion in their daily lives.Symbolism:
The resurrection of Jesus is a powerful symbol of God's power and love, inspiring believers to trust in His promises and to find hope even in the darkest times.Practical Implications:
Easter encourages Christians to reflect on the meaning of life and to seek to live in a way that honors Jesus' teachings, emphasizing love, forgiveness, and compassion for others.Most Viewed News
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