The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) expressed shock, pain and hurt at the unprovoked violence against Catholic priests and seminarians in Satna in the
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India’s VP Lauds Christian Contribution in Building New India
New Delhi: Indian Vice President Venkaiah Naidu on December 12 commended Christians for their service to those on the periphery and share in building a
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Global Catholic Site Aleteia Selects ICM As Its India Partner!
Indian Catholic Matters (ICM) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Aleteia – the most visited Catholic website in the world. Today Aleteia
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Stand Up For Human Rights Today!
By Fr. Cedric Prakash, SJ — It is December 10th: ‘Human Rights Day’ once again! This year the day is extra-special as the UN High
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Fr. James Raphael Appointed New Coadjutor Bishop of Alleppey
By Team ICM His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed Rev. Fr. James Raphael Anaparambil, of the clergy of Alleppey, as new Coadjutor Bishop of Alleppey.
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Feast of Immaculate Conception of Mary
By Fr. Eugene Lobo, SJ– Genesis 3:9-15, 20; Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12; Luke 1:26-38 On the 8th of December the Church celebrates the feast of the
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CBCI Expresses Solidarity; to Offer Prayers for Cyclone Victims
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) on Tuesday expressed its solidarity with the people of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep and assured its prayers
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Sr. Nirmala: The Guiding Light
By Subhasis Chattopadhyay – Sannyasa means effecting an ontological break with one’s past; sannyasis let the dead bury their dead. They are themselves dead to
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The Lourdes of India: Our Lady of Vailankanni
Aleteia‘s international English edition editor Daniel Esparza writes about the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health at Vailankanni, popularly known as “the Eastern Lourdes.”
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Story of a Christmas Story
By Fr. Hedwig Lewis SJ – “Merry Christmas” is the greeting you spontaneously exchange with others during Christmastide. The origin of this expression can be
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Environment Degradation and Restoration of Creation Are Inseparably Linked
By Sr. (Dr). D. J. Margaret FMA – The concept of environmental security and safety has gained attention in contemporary society. Modern technology and development,
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Unholy Smoke! Eucharist Celebration Not a Photo-op, Says Pope
By Fr Joshan Rodrigues – In a double whammy of sorts, Pope Francis has this unique knack of putting his finger on issues that may
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Blessed Rani Maria: A Great Moment for Church in India, Says Pune Bishop Dabre
By His Grace Bishop Thomas Dabre, Bishop of Poona – Just about 22 years ago Sr. Rani Maria was stabbed at death near Indore, Madhya
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Puddochery Archbishop Emeritus Most Rev (Dr) Michael Augustine Returns to Heavenly Father
Archbishop Emeritus Most Rev (Dr) S Michael Augustine of Pondicherry-Cuddalore region passed away on Saturday morning (November 4) at 9.00 am. He was 85 years
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Cardinal Angelo Amato in India to Preside Over Beatification Ceremony
Cardinal Angelo Amato, the Prefect of the Congregation for Cause of Saints, Vatican, arrived in India on Thursday. He is here to preside over the
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