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

St James: May His Suffering Inspire Us

July 24, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Thomas Lima csc – Readings: 2 Cor 4:7-15; Mt 20:20-28 Today the church celebrates the feast of St. James, who responded to the call of

The Narrow Gate, Rescue for the World

July 23, 2023 Team ICM Features

Paul Suski – “If the angels were capable of envy, they would envy us for two things; one is the receiving of Holy Communion, and

Be in Closeness With Jesus

July 23, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Santhiya Philomone csc – Readings: Ex 14:5-18; Mt 12:38-42 The first reading of the day teaches us about justification and sanctification, in which God is

Khasi Christians Deplore Disgraceful Crimes Against Women in Manipur

July 22, 2023 Team ICM News

Shillong: Against the backdrop of the ongoing humanitarian tragedy in Manipur with no end in sight, it is a disgrace to see that the perpetrators

Grandparents, Rejoice!

July 22, 2023 Team ICM Family

# chhotebhai Though a creature of the day, I am not particularly enthused by various “Days” like Father’s, Mother’s, Doctor’s, Constipation etc. I suspect that

Homily: God’s Kingdom Among Us

July 22, 2023 Team ICM Homilies

Fr Eugene Lobo SJ – Sixteenth Sunday of the Year July 23, 2023 Wisdom 12:13.16-19 Romans 8:26-27 Matthew 13:24-43 Humankind has a constant but strange

Nurture the Goodness of Your Heart

July 22, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Philip Raj csc – Readings: Wis 12:13, 16 -19; Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24 – 43 All the three readings of today’s liturgy remind us that

St. Mary Magdalene: A Saint for Many Seasons

July 21, 2023 Team ICM Features

By Leon Bent – St. Mary Magdalene’s feast day is celebrated on July 22. She is the patroness of converts, repentant sinners, sexual temptation, pharmacists,

Grandparents: Guardians of the Family

July 21, 2023 Team ICM Family

Jacqueline Kelly – The life of Jesus, on earth was short, but the lessons He taught us can never be forgotten. We recall the great

World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly: The Joys of Being a Grandparent

July 21, 2023 Team ICM Family

Dr. Jeanette Pinto – There’s nothing like a grandchild to put a smile on your face, a lump in your throat, and a warm feeling

Like St. Mary Magdalene, Become Radical Follower of Christ

July 21, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Vamshi Eedara csc – Readings: 2 Cor 5: 14-17; Jn 20: 1-2, 11-18 Today we celebrate the feast of St. Mary Magdalene, the Apostle of

N-E India’s United Christian Forum Condemns Heinous Manipur Crime, Demands Justice for Victims

July 20, 2023 Team ICM News

Guwahati: The United Christian Forum of North East India (UCFNEI) expressed its deepest disgust, pain, and condemnation in response to the horrifying incident that occurred

Let’s Examine Ourselves Before We Find Fault in Others

July 20, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Jessel Pradeep Cutinha csc – Readings: Ex 11: 10-12: 14 Mt 12: 1-8 Today Jesus tells us that mercy should be the center of our

In Jesus We Find Total Comfort

July 19, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Vamshi Eedara csc – Readings: Ex 3: 13-20; Mt 11:28-30 In the first reading we read about Moses’ appointment as God’s instrument in liberating Israelites

WB Panchayat Elections: Victorious Catholic Candidates to Work for Poor

July 19, 2023 Team ICM News

Isaac Gomes – Kolkata: The West Bengal three-tier Panchayat elections were held on 8th July. According to West Bengal Election Commission website, 1,70,812 candidates contested