Indian Catholic Matters

Finding Hope in the Lenten Season

In homes across the Christian world, families are entering the sacred season of Lent—a 40-day period that serves as both
Catholic Bishops’ Support for Waqf Act Amendments Sparks Debate on Minority Rights

In a move that has sent ripples across India’s religious landscape, the Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI) recently expressed
Breaking Bread, Building Bridges: The Spirit of Interfaith Iftar 2025

Sr. Teresa Joseph fma – On 22 March, 2025, from 5.15 pm – 8.00 pm, Auxilium Convent High School Ground
Across Borders: Upholding Human Dignity in Immigration

By Lavoisier Fernandes – It’s been a good number of years since I legally migrated to the United Kingdom. Recently,
My Vacation With The Lord

By Tom Thomas – It seems almost surreal. I am on a verdant green leafy ground with the statue of
Saint Joseph is the Silent Saint

Fr. Dr. John Singarayar SVD – In an age of bold evangelists and charismatic spiritual leaders, the story of Saint
The ‘Sin of the Century’

Rev. Dr. Merlin Rengith Ambrose – The liturgical season of Lent is a call to the faithful for spiritual regeneration
Traveling Light, Walking in Hope: The Lenten Call to Conversion

Tom Thomas – It is 2 am in the morning and I can’t sleep. My body affected by what is
Weaponising Scripture

# chhotebhai Trump has weaponized tariffs to subject both friend and foe. He has even weaponized (appropriated) the Bible to
Nearly 28000 Unite in Faith for the Archdiocesan Walking Pilgrimage 2025 in Goa

Br. Malvino Alfonso OCD; Pictures Joseph Fernandes – On the first Sunday of Lent, March 9, 2025, the Archdiocese of
Hope for Vocations: The Unseen Power of the Domestic Church

By Lavoisier Fernandes Each month, the Holy Father Pope Francis invites us to pray for a specific intention. In February,
Dark Clouds Over Arunachal

# chhotebhai Arunachal Pradesh means the “Land of the Rising Sun”, because being in the eastern most part of India,
Finding Hope in the Lenten Season

In homes across the Christian world, families are entering the sacred season of Lent—a 40-day period that serves as both
Catholic Bishops’ Support for Waqf Act Amendments Sparks Debate on Minority Rights

In a move that has sent ripples across India’s religious landscape, the Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI) recently expressed

Homily for Youth: The Meaning of Christian Suffering

September 3, 2023 Team ICM Homilies, Youth

Fr Antony Christy, SDB – What justifies our sufferings? 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time – 3rd September, 2023 Jeremiah 20: 7-9; Romans 12:1-2; Matthew 16:

Deepen Your Faith and Have Strong Conviction

September 3, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Philip Raj csc Readings: 1 Thes 4:13-18; Lk 4: 16 – 30 The readings of today speak about fulfilment of God’s promises. In the gospel

Homily: Cost of Discipleship

September 2, 2023 Team ICM Homilies

Fr. Eugene Lobo SJ – Twenty Second Sunday of the Year September 03, 2023 Jeremiah 20:7-9 Romans 12:1-2 Matthew 16:21-27 To be a Christian, to be on

Taking Up Our Crosses Daily Leads to Perfect Discipleship

September 2, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Akshi Wary csc – Readings: Jer 20:7-9; Rom 12: 1-2; Mt 16:21-27 In today’s readings, we find a similarity in the life of Jeremiah and

Arunachal: Don Bosco Youth Centre Itanagar Initiates Landmark Mobilization for YaR Mission

September 2, 2023 Team ICM News

Fr. Blasius Tete – Itanagar: In a momentous event that marks a significant milestone in the journey of the Don Bosco Youth Centre Itanagar, of

Called from Seashore: Jeremias, a New Prophet to the Poor!

September 1, 2023 Team ICM News

Sr Lini Sheeja MSC – God doesn’t come directly to give us what we need but rather He always sends His messengers to provide us

Share Common Brotherhood With People

September 1, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

Readings: 1 Thes 4: 9-11; Mt 25: 14-30 The readings of today encourage me to be faithful to the small responsibilities given to me. The

Parish Admin Resource Booklet to Enhance Laity Participation Launched

September 1, 2023 Team ICM Art / Book / Film, News

Verghese V Joseph – A resource booklet to enhance laity participation in parishes was launched at an event held recently at Atma Darshan in Mumbai.

Goa Archdiocese, Caritas India Contribute Rs 1 Cr for Manipur Relief

August 31, 2023 Team ICM News

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

Church’s Teachings on Homosexuality: Respect the Person

August 30, 2023 Team ICM Catholic Culture

By Dr Jeanette Pinto – God created sex for two combined purposes. One the happiness of a man and woman united in married love, and

Ernakulam Syro-Malabar Archdiocese’s ‘To Face or Not’ Dilemma: That is the Question!

August 30, 2023 Team ICM Features

#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

Pune: Formation and Nurturing of Catechists

August 30, 2023 Team ICM News

Sr. Teresa Joseph fma – Pune: Oh what a sight it is to see Catechists gathered together for a basic training! There is always something

Spread the Word of God and Make Jesus Known

August 29, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

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

A Case for Celibacy

August 29, 2023 Team ICM Features

Lavoisier Fernandes – Lately on social media (via WhatsApp group chats) and on the digital format as well, a ‘Times of India’ blog article written

Be Faithful to the Mission Despite Challenges

August 28, 2023 Team ICM Reflections

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.