RVA Telugu News Service

Pope Francis has appointed Fr Johannes Gorantla, O.C.D., (51) priest of the Order of Discalced Carmelite, currently Rector, Collegio Teresianum, Rome, as the new Bishop of Kurnool Diocese.

On February 17, Pope Francis appointed Father Karnam Dhaman Kumar, M.S.F.S as the Bishop of the Diocese of Nalgonda

On February 17, Pope Francis appointed Father Sagili Prakash as the Bishop of the Diocese of Khammam

"Gundala Matha is most liked form of Our Lady by the people of two Telugu states. Every apparition of Virgin Mary has a unique message to the people. Every miracle through Mother Mary reminds us the fact that God is with us," Said Cardinal Poola

‘Ecumenical Journey of Churches in the Telugu Region: Milestones in Two Decades (2001-2021)’ was released in many places during the semi-Christmas celebrations in 2022. This book presents the origins, various phases of growth, activities, and achievements of the ecumenical movement in the Telugu Region covering the States of Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Telangana (TS) from which emerged the Federation of Telugu Churches (FTC).

Amruthavani Communication Center hosted the Sree Yesu Jananam (Nativity of Jesus Christ) cultural show at St. Theresa's church in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, on December 18. Nativity of Jesus Christ is a unique show which blends evangelization with Kuchipudi classical dance, a cultural heritage of the Telugu region of India.

Hyderabad Archdiocesan Social Service Society (HASSS) provided Dry Ration Kits to the transgenders during the Christmas celebration at Suraram, Hyderabad Archdiocese, on December 21. "It is our honor to welcome our Transgender, who have for so long been pushed to the margins, to this special celebration meant for them. Through this, we remember that Christmas and the love and hope it brings is for everyone," Father Madanu said.

Caritas India marked 60 years of service to the poor and downtrodden in India and celebrated at Hyderabad, India, on December 13. Hyderabad Archdiocesan Social Service Society (HASSS) organized the State-Level celebration of Caritas India.

A meeting of the diocesan directors of the Commission for Ecumenism and Dialogue in the Telugu region was held at Bishop’s House, Vijayawada on November 16 -17, 2022 for promoting effectively the unity of Christians and for dialogue with people of other religious traditions.

The Catholic Charismatic Renewal International Service (CHARIS) and National Service of Communion (CNSC) held the Youth United for Christ (YU4C) Leaders Grand Conference from October 22 to 25 at the Christeen Retreat Center, Kalathipady, Kottayam, Kerala, south India.