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

Cardiologist of the Eucharist!

October 10, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

By Dr. Gerard Abreo, MD – On August 28th, 2023, my daughter Rachel was being confirmed in Houston, TX, alongside more than forty youths. As

Embrace God’s Compassion

October 10, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Thomas Lima csc – Readings: Jon 4:1-11; Lk 11:1-4 In today’s first reading we witness Jonah’s inner turmoil and his ststruggle toccept God’s mercy. Despite

A Retreat Experience: Speak Lord, Your Servant is Listening!

October 9, 2023 Team ICM Family

Tom Thomas – “Our hearts were made for You, O Lord, and they are restless until they rest in you” Saint Augustine “There is a

Strive to Imitate Mary’s Wisdom

October 9, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Eldho Augustine csc – Readings: Jon 3: 1-10; Lk 10:38-42 The gospel passage of the day serves as a profound reflection on the balance between

Love Your Neighbours is a Call to Embrace Diversity

October 8, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Shanborlang Mawrie csc – Readings: Jon 1:1-17,2:1,10; Lk 10:25-37 Today’s readings are about our love for neighbours. In the gospel, Jesus tells us about the

Excerpts of the Pre-Synod Retreat for a Better Understanding

October 7, 2023 Team ICM Features

By Lavoisier Fernandes – In the days leading up to the Synodal Assembly, Pope Francis arranged for the participants to enter into a retreat-like atmosphere

Homily: Of God’s Infinite Goodness and Man’s Wickedness

October 7, 2023 Team ICM Homilies

Fr. Eugene Lobo, SJ – Twenty Seventh Sunday of the Year October 08, 2023 Isaiah 5:1-7 Philippians 4:6-9 Matthew 21:33-43 Christianity is a reality that

Follow the Advice of St. Paul

October 7, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Pritam Dangwar csc – Readings: Is 5:1-7; Phil 4:6-9; Mt: 21:33-43 In the gospel reading Jesus invites us to look at our life as a

Divine Garland of Roses: Why Recite the Rosary?

October 6, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

By Leon Bent – I have been saying the Liberation Rosary for more than 20 years, every single day, together with the Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious

May Devotion to Mary Manifest in Genuine Love for God and People

October 6, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Jacob Perikala csc – Readings: Bar 4: 5-12, 27-29; Lk 10: 17-24 In today’s gospel we see the disciples returned from their mission giving glory

We Are Called to do Our Duty With Courage

October 5, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Akhsi Wary csc – Readings: Bar 1:15-22; Lk 10:13-16 In the gospel of the day, we hear Jesus warning the towns of Chorazin, Bethsaida and

‘Praise God’ When Human Beings Claim to Take God’s Place

October 5, 2023 Team ICM Features

Sr. Molly Fernandes sfn – On 4 October 2023 the Holy See published, on the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis’ new Apostolic

Emeritus Cardinal Telesphore Toppo of Ranchi Passes Away; Funeral on Sat

October 4, 2023 Team ICM News

Bangalore: His Eminence Telesphore Placidus Cardinal Toppo (84) Archbishop Emeritus of Ranchi, Jharkhand passes away on Wednesday 4 October 2023 at 3.45pm at Constant Lievens

Mission Sunday: Mission Impossible?

October 4, 2023 Team ICM Features

# chhotebhai – For the likes of Tom Cruise, James Bond, Superman, Batwoman or our own desi Shaktiman, there is no such thing as impossible.