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

Homily: Doing the Will of the Father

September 30, 2023 Team ICM Homilies

By Fr. Eugene Lobo, SJ – Twenty Sixth Sunday of the Year October 01, 2023 Ezekiel 18:25-28 Philippians 2:1-11 Matthew 21:28-32 There are many factors that influence

Angels: Ambassadors to Our Rescue

September 29, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

Sr. Molly Fernandes sfn – The Catholic Church celebrates the feasts of the Archangels on 29th September while the feast of Guardian Angel is celebrated

Speak Truth to Power and Pay the Price!

September 29, 2023 Team ICM Tech / Media

Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ – These are critical times in India’s history: in fact, whether we would like to accept it or not, it is

St. Jerome: A Linguistic Genius

September 29, 2023 Team ICM Features

By Leon Bent – Jerome is the second most voluminous writer (after Augustine of Hippo) in ancient Latin Christianity. In the Catholic Church, he is

Happily Accept the Crosses

September 29, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Preet Anupam Beck csc – Readings: Zech 2: 1-5, 10-11a; Lk 9: 43b-45 The readings challenge me to take up my daily cross and to

The Angels: Princes of Paradise

September 28, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

By Jacqueline Kelly – God has created powerful beings who are wholly spirit, the angels. God created the angels in His love, to look upon

Feast of Archangels: Saints Michael, Gabriel & Raphael

September 28, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

By Fr. Joy Prakash, OFM – We spontaneously call a person “an angel” who gives us timely advise or help. “You have been an angel

Lead People Closer to God

September 28, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Gilderious Khonglah csc – Readings: Rev 12:7-12; Jn 1:47-51 Today we celebrate the feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. They are the leaders

Be At Home In Any Catholic Church

September 27, 2023 Team ICM Faith / Spirituality

By Fr Joshan Rodrigues – How many of you have had this feeling?…You are far away from your city or in a foreign country where

Allow God’s Priorities to Work in Us

September 27, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Santhiya Philomone csc – Readings: Hag 1: 1-8; Lk 9: 7-9 Today’s readings encourage us to re-evaluate our choices, motives, and the way we respond

Vincent de Paul: Patron Saint of Charity

September 26, 2023 Team ICM News

By Leon Bent – St. Vincent de Paul was born in France. His feast is on September 27. He is the founder of the Congregation

Ask Lord to be a Lamp to Our Feet

September 26, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Thamwar Monsang csc – Readings: Ezra 9:5-9; Lk 9:1-6 The reading of the day invites us to reflect on the theme “take nothing for the

Make an Effort to See the Face of God

September 25, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Thamajoy Reang csc – Readings: Ezra 6: 7 – 8, 12b, 14 – 20; Lk 8: 19 – 21 In the first reading we see

Making a Difference: No Matter What, Life is Always Worth Living!

September 24, 2023 Team ICM Catholic Culture

By Tony Magliano – Life is God’s most precious gift. Please never consider ending it. No matter what problems you have, no matter how serious

Aspire for a Genuine, Receptive Heart

September 24, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Thomas Lima csc – Readings: Ezra 1:1-6; Lk 8:16-18 Today’s gospel reminds us of the importance of shining our light for all to see, rather