125 Years

A Catholic community in northern Sri Lanka celebrated a major milestone on May 10 with the 125th anniversary of St. Anthony’s Church, Pidarikulam and the dedication of its newly constructed church building.

The historic Mondasoro Mission in Kandhamal district, in the eastern Indian state of Odisha, marked a significant milestone on April 30, celebrating 125 years of Christian missionary presence and service while recalling a rich legacy of faith, sacrifice, and social transformation.

On April 21, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Jakarta marked the 125th anniversary of St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral with a solemn Mass and commemorative events.