Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao, Archbishop of Goa and Damão invited pilgrimages and spiritual preparations for the Exposition of St. Francis Xavier's Relics, which will take place from November 21, 2024, to January 5, 2025.
The Diocesan Centre for Biblical Apostolate (DCBA) of the Indian Archdiocese of Goa and Daman organized Bible courses in five parishes and a religious monastery for the Pastoral Year 2023-2024
"Jesus, as a discerning shepherd, consistently acted following the will of His Father, exemplifying humility in his ministry. He guides us, as priests, to embrace humility," Cardinal Ferrão the Prelate.
"Our responsibility entails embracing a life in communion with Jesus, thereby illuminating the paths of truth, justice, peace, and righteousness," expressed Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão.
Cardinal Ferrão highlighted the three key parts of the synthesis report: "The Face of the Synodal Church," "All Disciples, All Missionaries," and "Weaving Bonds, Building Community."
“Celebrating the feast of St. Francis Xavier at the House of Commons is a recognition of the excellent work Goans are doing in the UK. For Goans everywhere, the saint remains a unifying factor in working for the upliftment of ordinary people through social initiatives and public policy. Looking around the Hounslow area and beyond, Goans excel with a community spirit, working towards common values in the public arena,” Father Fernandes told RVA News.
“Venerable Agnelo, took Jesus as his model and strengthened his relationship with him through prayer and served the poor and the needy, thus becoming an inspiration in our journey of faith,” said Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão
Father Galea said, "his heart is so full, even though my body is tired and I have lost my voice, my heart is filled with gratitude for all the Goans, all the volunteers, and all those who have attended this concert and I am going to be back because I love you.”
"Sadbhav Sammelan" (interfaith conference) is a unique two-day international interfaith conference to promote harmony, on February 17 and 18 at the Pilar Pilgrim Center, Pilar, Goa.
The Society of the Missionaries of St. Francis Xavier (Society of Pilar) is thrilled about having 19 new priests, who were ordained across India in May, including five priests who are “only sons” of their parents.
A Catholic family started a service to provide health care equipment to village elders in dire need of basic medical gear. The service will be inaugurated at Dandevaddo, Chinchinim, a village in South Goa, India on January 25.