Verghese V Joseph – The unprecedented man-made crisis in Manipur has shaken the consciousness of the entire country to the core. The official development arm
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Month: August 2023
Church’s Teachings on Homosexuality: Respect the Person
By Dr Jeanette Pinto – God created sex for two combined purposes. One the happiness of a man and woman united in married love, and
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Ernakulam Syro-Malabar Archdiocese’s ‘To Face or Not’ Dilemma: That is the Question!
#chhotebhai Those on death row face the wall, before being shot in the back. Police also frisk criminals while making them face a wall. Never
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Pune: Formation and Nurturing of Catechists
Sr. Teresa Joseph fma – Pune: Oh what a sight it is to see Catechists gathered together for a basic training! There is always something
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Spread the Word of God and Make Jesus Known
Preet Anupam Beck csc – Readings: 1 Thes 2: 9-13; Mt 23: 27-32 The readings of today impel me to be a witness of God’s
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A Case for Celibacy
Lavoisier Fernandes – Lately on social media (via WhatsApp group chats) and on the digital format as well, a ‘Times of India’ blog article written
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Be Faithful to the Mission Despite Challenges
Gilderious Khonglah csc Readings: Jer 1:17-19; Mk 6:17-29 The word of God today asks us to be courageous, just like the prophets of olden days.
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Making a Difference: God’s Challenging Call – Are You Up For It?
By Tony Magliano You may not think about it. You may not pray about it. You may not even know about it. But like it
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Actions Should Align With Principles of Justice, Mercy
Santhiya Philomone csc – Readings: 1Thes 1:1-5,8-10; Mt 23:13-22 Today’s readings offer a profound reflection on the nature of true faith, the impact of genuine
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St. John the Baptist: A Bloody Gruesome Gift on a Platter
Dr Jeanette Pinto – Gifts bring joy and a smile on the face of a receiver. There’s a plethora of gifts that one can choose
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St. Augustine: The Reformer
By Leon Bent – Saint Augustine of Hippo was a Roman African, early Christian theologian and philosopher from Numidia whose writings influenced the development of
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Homily: Establishing Peter’s Authority with the Keys to the Kingdom
Fr Eugene Lobo, SJ – Twenty first Sunday of the year August 27, 2023 Isaiah 22:19-23 Romans 11:33-36 Matthew 16:13-20 Jesus challenges us to know him personally
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Mother and Son – Both Saints!
Dr Jeanette Pinto – Most mothers today are troubled, worried and distraught regarding the faith of their children, they feverishly pray that their children walk
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Enact Accordingly to Teachings of the Church
Thamwar Monsangcsc – Readings: Isa 22: 19- 23, Rom 11: 33- 36, Mt 16: 13- 20 The Gospel reading invites us to reflect on the
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Good News of Kandhamal’ Documentary Released on 15th Anniversary in New Delhi
New Delhi: ‘Good News of Kandhamal’ – a powerful documentary capturing Kandhamal’s amazing saga of faith – was released on August 23 to mark the
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