Indian Catholic Matters

The Influence of St Ignatius and St Francis on Franciscus

Tom Thomas – Easter Monday my world turns upside down in the afternoon. I receive the news from the ICM
We Have a Pope: American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost OSA Becomes Pope Leo XIV

Verghese V Joseph – In a historic and jubilant moment on Thursday evening, May 8, 2025, the faithful gathered in
Goa’s Holy Family Sisters Begin Devotion for Founder Fr. Faustino’s Recognition

Sr. Molly Fernandes sfn – Sancoale, Goa: On April 24, 2025, the Holy Family Sisters officially inaugurated public devotion to
Confluence of Festivals Celebrated at Pilar, Goa

By Fr Elvis Fernandes, SFX – Pillar (Goa): Followers of seven Faith traditions converged on the Pilar hillock to celebrate
Celebrating Bandel Basilica’s May Feast: A Living Testament of Over 400 Years of Faith and Heritage

Soroj Mullick SDB – Bandel, May 4, 2025: The annual May Feast, a significant event for Bandel Basilica Parish and
Mary’s Light Guides Our Journey To God

Our faith is woven through Scripture, Mary stands as a luminous thread, her life a testament to unwavering trust in
A Simple End

Tom Thomas – Walking through a cemetery can be quite educative. Reading the various inscriptions on the headstones, one can
The Dignity of Work Transcends Our Economic Systems

In an era where labor is increasingly reduced to productivity metrics and profit margins, Saint Joseph the Worker stands as
Legacy of Saint Joseph

Jacqueline Kelly – Saint Joseph is considered to be “the most hidden of the saints”. Nazareth, Jerusalem and Bethlehem were
Ordained to Serve: Archdiocese of Goa and Daman Welcomes 8 New Priests

By Br. Malvino Alfonso OCD & Photos by Anthony Dias – The Archdiocese of Goa and Daman on Wednesday joyously
United in Spirit: Mumbai Gathers to Pay Tributes to Pope Francis

Mumbai, India – The Archdiocese of Bombay held a significant interfaith prayer service on April 25, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.
Francis, The Endearing Ecumenical Pope

Fr. Tom Mangattuthazhe – As the world mourns, not just for the passing of a pope, but for the departure
The Influence of St Ignatius and St Francis on Franciscus

Tom Thomas – Easter Monday my world turns upside down in the afternoon. I receive the news from the ICM
We Have a Pope: American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost OSA Becomes Pope Leo XIV

Verghese V Joseph – In a historic and jubilant moment on Thursday evening, May 8, 2025, the faithful gathered in

The Tiny Bits

April 21, 2023 Team ICM Catholic Culture

By Tom Thomas – It’s all in little tiny bits here and there; at home and in the office; and in the memory lane of

Have a Desire to Understand and Believe in Jesus

April 21, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Vamshi Eedara csc – Readings: Acts 6: 1-7; Jn 6: 16-21 The readings invite us to have faith in Jesus so that we can endure

Seek Grace to be Compassionate

April 20, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Tarsish Marak csc – Readings: Acts 5:34-42; Jn 6: 1-15 The feeding of five thousand people is an act of Jesus’ compassion towards the needy.

Wake-Up Call: Is North East Tribes Hearing?

April 20, 2023 Team ICM News

Allen Brookes – Imphal: In a lecture held at Imphal on Wednesday, on the topic ‘Delisting Tribal Christians from the ST List: It’s larger ramifications

PM’s Visit to the Cathedral: A Missed Opportunity

April 19, 2023 Team ICM Features

Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ – When the Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit to the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi on 9 April 2023,

Jesus Teaches us How to Deal with Painful Situations

April 19, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Vamshi Eedara csc – Readings: Acts 5:27-33; Jn 3:31-36 What will happen to us if we choose to denounce the life-giving message of Christ in

The Liturgy of the Word Strengthens Us

April 18, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Martin Madalai Muthu csc – Readings: Act 5:17-26; Jn 3:16-21 The first reading narrates the miraculous release of the apostles from prison. They were imprisoned

CCBI Publishes New Revised Ordination Ritual

April 18, 2023 Team ICM News

Photo Caption: Cardinal Oswald Gracias releasing the revised ritual for the ordination of Bishops, Priests, and Deacons. Bangalore: His Eminence Oswald Cardinal Gracias, Archbishop of

Allow the Holy Spirit to Change Our Lives

April 17, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

John Desing csc – Readings: Acts 4:32-37; Jn 3:7b-15 It is inspiring and heart-touching to learn that the early disciples of Jesus shared everything they

Goa Archdiocese Celebrates Divine Mercy Sunday at Nachinola

April 17, 2023 Team ICM News

Bro. John Malvino Alfonso OCD – Nachinola: “When we thank God because he is merciful to us, let us become merciful towards others in every

Different Perspectives: Building Bridges of Fraternity & Friendship – Reflections on Fratelli Tutti

April 16, 2023 Team ICM Art / Book / Film

Editor: Banzelao Teixeira Publisher: Christian World Imprints ISBN: 978-93-95457-25-5 Price: Rs. 550/- The book ‘Building Bridges of Fraternity & Friendship’ is an amazing collection of

Enhance Your Relationship with God & People

April 16, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Akhsi Wary csc – Readings: Acts 4:23-31; Jn: 3:1-8 The first reading of the day gives us the account of the believers who prayed for

Pray that You Have Continuous Encounter with Him

April 15, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Tarsish Marak csc – Readings: Acts 2:42-47; 1 Pet 1: 3-9; Jn 20:19-31 After the death of Jesus, the disciples were in fear and trembling

Easter Divine Mercy Sunday: Merciful Love and Grace

April 15, 2023 Team ICM Homilies

By Fr Eugene Lobo, SJ – Second Sunday of Easter Divine Mercy Sunday April 16, 2023 Readings: Acts 2:42-47; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31 The resurrection

A Reflection on Cardinal Allenchery’s ‘Safe Christians’ Statement

April 14, 2023 Team ICM Features

By Verghese V Joseph – There has been much consternation among Christians across India in light of a recent statement by the Major Archbishop of