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

Just Like Lambs, We Too Need Help of Our Shepherd

October 4, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Jessel Pradeep Cutinha csc – Readings: Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; Lk 10: 1-12 The readings of the day speak about the importance of the word

Embracing the Legacy of St. Francis of Assisi

October 3, 2023 Team ICM Features

By Br. John Sekar, OFM – It is said, “The kind of life that you live on this earth is seen in the number of

Respond to the Call of Jesus With Loyalty

October 3, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Philip Raj csc – Readings: Neh 2: 1-8; Lk 9: 57-62 The readings of the day invite us to be willing to respond to the

Vatican: Synod on Synodality Begins on Wednesday

October 2, 2023 Team ICM News

Isaac Gomes – Kolkata: The much-awaited General Assembly of the Synod on Synodality begins on Wednesday, October 4 2023, following a two-year process that started

Understanding Catholic Church’s Stand on Same-Sex Marriages

October 2, 2023 Team ICM Family

Verghese V Joseph – In light of the ongoing Supreme Court hearings on same-sex marriages, the Bioethics Forum of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of

Follow Him Wherever He Leads Us

October 2, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Akshi Wary csc – Readings: Zech 8:20-23; Lk 9: 51-56 In today’s Gospel we see Jesus setting his face towards Jerusalem, knowing that his suffering

Manipur: Empowering Educators and Students Through Knowledge-Packed Animation

October 2, 2023 Team ICM News

Ukrul, Manipur – A three-day educational animation held at Sacred Heart Hr. Sec. School in Hung Dung, Ukrul, left attendees enriched with knowledge, fostering a

Arunachal: Enlightening Day of Learning and Spirituality for Catechists at Mio Diocese

October 2, 2023 Team ICM News

By Fr. Blasius Tete sdb – Arunachal Pradesh: On a day filled with prayer, knowledge sharing, and spiritual growth, 21 catechists from different villages of

Saint Thérèse of Child Jesus: A Saint for the 21st Century and Beyond

October 1, 2023 Team ICM Features

By John Malvino Alfonso OCD – Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, was a

Homily for Youth: The Contrast Community

October 1, 2023 Team ICM Youth

By Fr Antony Christy, SDB – True People of the Reign 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time – October 1, 2023 Ezekiel 18:25-28; Philippians 2: 1-11;

Communion in the Hand Versus Communion on the Tongue?

October 1, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

By Lavoisier Fernandes – In the Catholic community discourse the typical hot-button issues are abortion, inter-religious dialogue, celibacy, euthanasia, and gay marriage. Nevertheless, there is

International Day of Non-Violence: Peace is Really a God-Given Gift

October 1, 2023 Team ICM Features

Dr Jeanette Pinto – On 15 June 2007 the United Nations General Assembly resolved and established a Non-Violence Day, observed on 2nd October, the birthday

My Angel is an Expression of God’s Love and Providence

October 1, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Preet Anupam Beck – Readings: Ex 23:20-23; Mt 18:1-5, 10 Today we celebrate the feast of the Guardian Angels. I am encouraged through the readings

Goa: St. Michael’s Convent and School Celebrates Patron Feast

September 30, 2023 Team ICM News

Sr. Molly Fernandes sfn – On Friday, St. Michael’s Convent and High School, at Anjuna-Vagator, Goa, celebrated their patron feasts with pomp and gaiety as

We Are Called to be Honest in Our Efforts

September 30, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Jacob Perikala csc – Readings: Ezek 18: 25-28; Phil 2: 1-11; Mt 21: 28-32 The readings of the day invite us to be honest with