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Indian Seminary Leaders Gather in Guwahati to Revolutionize Priestly ForGuwahati hosts the XI National Meet of Propaedeutic Seminary Formators, gathering 18 formators to renew priestly preparation through accompaniment, l…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D5ff2c2ef-1058-45c2-8c57-9408c64baeb8)
మధురైలో ఘనంగా సేలేషియన్ ఆల్తార్ సర్వర్ల సదస్సు: 120 మంది బలిపీఠ పరిచారకుల ఆధ్యాత్మిక సమావేశంతమిళనాడులోని మధురై డాన్ బోస్కో ఐటీఐ ప్రాంగణంలో 'క్రీస్తోదయం – డాన్ బోస్కో ఫెయిత్ రెన్యూవల్ సెంటర్' ఆధ్వర్యంలో సేలేషియన్ ఆల్తార్ సర్వర్ల సదస్సు 2026 అ…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dbe118306-b15d-46fd-b705-3b8e2885cf55)
From Village Sand to Asian Games Silver: How Indian Long Jumper Ancy Sojan Broke a 22-Year NationalIndian long jumper Ancy Sojan broke a 22-year national record and won Asian Games silver, crediting hard work, family sacrifice and unwavering faith…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Df97fbb01-5e42-4e96-bfde-bd02373b1337)
Ancient Seeds & Pollen Discovered Beneath Jerusalem Church Confirm Gospel Account of Jesus’ BurialArchaeologists found ancient seeds, pollen, grapevine traces and olive pits beneath Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre, revealing a Roman-era garden that ech…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dbe0af060-9490-43bc-9965-36dff9723cbb)
చెవిటివారి కోసం వినూతన విప్లవం: అమెరికన్ సంకేత భాషలో, యానిమేషన్ రూపంలో 'లూకా సువార్త'!ప్రపంచవ్యాప్తంగా ఉన్న కోట్లాది మంది చెవిటి మరియు వినికిడి లోపం ఉన్న ప్రజలకు ఏసుక్రీస్తు సువార్తను చేరవేసేందుకు ఒక గొప్ప వినూతన కార్యక్రమం ప్రారంభమైంద…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D84c07016-88bd-4be4-b717-092748527d35)
How Saint Jerome Brought the Bible to the WorldSaint Jerome, celebrated on September 30, translated the Bible into Latin as the Vulgate. His prayer, scholarship and dedication to Scripture shaped…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D102b6d37-b9db-489f-ab67-3b12233e5790)
How Is Bangalore Archdiocese Preparing Deacons for the Digital Mission?Bangalore Archdiocese trains deacons in digital communication, helping them use media for pastoral ministry, evangelisation and outreach while connec…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D3e88f46b-b55f-40ef-97a6-da43523015f9)
Why Are Nagaland Christians Renewing Their Call to End a Long-Standing Security Law?Christian leaders in Nagaland renewed calls to repeal AFSPA, citing concerns over constitutional rights, religious freedom and the continuing need to…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D8e7a8cc0-eca9-4662-9690-d5c7467ef9f1)
Could This Mysterious Turkish Site Really Be Noah’s Ark?Renewed research at Turkey’s Durupinar site has revived debate over Noah’s Ark, as researchers cite new evidence while archaeologists and geologists…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D7e9869a7-01c3-4e5d-8ff0-d892a57f6017)
What Is Behind the New Prayer Declarations in Maharashtra Churches?Churches around Mumbai have introduced voluntary declarations for worshippers amid concerns over Maharashtra’s new conversion law and allegations sur…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Da6f5e3b1-7656-435b-9b19-3a8efe3d281c)
What Brought 66 Kurnool Priests Together for Spiritual Renewal?Sixty-six Kurnool priests completed a five-day retreat centered on prayer, reflection and spiritual renewal, deepening their relationship with God an…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D8fb1409e-9c32-4d3d-bf5f-5b49aec3f7b9)
What Happens When AI Meets the Question of Human Dignity?The George Vayalil Memorial Lectures in Bengaluru examined AI’s impact on human dignity, ethics and responsibility, urging careful discernment and ke…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D45c4cb3c-c4fa-441a-9ca8-d0ae7539a1ec)
What Makes Michael, Gabriel and Raphael the Church’s Three Great Archangels?Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael are honored on September 29 for their roles in God’s plan, representing protection, divine messages, healing and…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D18d8ea22-d281-4e7c-bfab-87f21d45dfdc)
What Prompted Chhattisgarh Churches to Restrict Worship Entry?Several churches in Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh have restricted worship entry to Christians, citing the new conversion law and concerns about possible acc…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D7d8d235a-56cc-48d4-acc0-35dca9b20a18)
What Moved Pope Leo XIV to Tears Before 80,000 Young Catholics?Pope Leo XIV was moved during a youth prayer vigil in France, where hundreds portrayed saints and blesseds, inspiring thousands of young Catholics to…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D76c842d2-1a9a-4b37-8244-4cca9b54c9dd)
What Is Belgaum Diocese Preparing for Its 75th Anniversary?Belgaum Diocese begins its Platinum Jubilee Preparatory Year, calling for a renewal, prayer, participation and shared responsibility as it prepares t…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dc4c60956-4be4-44ee-b8f1-82461a532482)
What Made Pope Leo’s Candlelight Walk With Lourdes Pilgrims So Special?Pope Leo XIV joined thousands of pilgrims for the traditional candlelight Rosary procession at Lourdes, praying with the faithful and reflecting on h…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dca72dd85-45ad-482a-bfa1-01bc7611ba96)
Why Do Some Angels Have Six Wings in Christian Art?Six-winged angels in Christian art represent the seraphim described in Isaiah’s vision. Their six wings point to the heavenly beings who stand before…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D796efd0f-70d0-401e-b8b6-857f5e111fed)
What Brought 2,000 Young People Together in Shillong for Faith and Unity?Around 2,000 youth gathered in Shillong for the Sacred Heart Youth Fest, celebrating faith, culture and unity while promoting courage, friendship and…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D67d9e728-7d65-4006-a8c4-42a5ff8afcc7)
What Is Goa’s New Talitha Kum Team Doing to Fight Human Trafficking?Goa’s Amrat Talitha Kum India elected new team, renewing its focus on preventing human trafficking, protecting vulnerable people and strengthening re…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Df1128cbe-e96d-4e55-90aa-faf4ddf7f4db)
What Can Two Martyrs From Different Worlds Teach Christians About Courageous Faith?St. Wenceslaus and St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions inspire Christians through courage, service and faithfulness, showing how faith can guide leaders…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D4abd81fc-c0be-4c1c-b07b-966ebe6a4272)
Why Did Early Christians Pray With Their Hands Raised?The orans, with raised hands, is one of Christianity’s oldest prayer gestures. Early Christians used it in catacomb art to express prayer, trust, sur…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Ddf3403b6-2600-4759-888a-0f163bd7413f)
Why Did Meghalaya Groups Oppose Sunday Bank Operations Over Religious Concerns?Several groups in Meghalaya opposed Sunday bank operations, citing its religious importance and tradition of worship, prayer and family time among th…-cropped.jpg%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D3ecb9700-33a0-49b3-b84f-59eb4462fe08)
What Can the Church Do to Make Migrants and Refugees Feel at Home?Bishop Deepak Tauro called Christians to welcome migrants and refugees with dignity, listen to their stories and offer practical help, especially to…
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