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Pope Francis


Rev. Dr. Thomasappa Anthony Swamy

CURRENT NEWS

JUBILEE YEAR - 2025:

APPOINTMENTS AND TRANSFERS : 2024

The Jubilee Year - 2025, also called the Ordinary Jubilee, will begin on December 24, 2024, with Pope opening the Door at St. Peter's Basilica. On December 29, 2024, the Holy Door at St. John Lateran, the Pope's Cathedral, will be opened. This event will be mirrored worldwide, with Bishops leading similar celebrations in Cathedrals across the globe to mark the official opening of the Jubilee Year. Hence, the same event will take place in our Diocese on 29.12.2024, at St Joseph's Cathedral at 8.30 a.m. Bishop, holding the Jubilee Cross and leading the gathering with a solemn procession to the doors of the Cathedral and entering the doors which symbolize Christ as the "Door of Salvation." I request all the Clergy from across the diocese to offer mass in their respective parishes and take part in this significant liturgical and symbolic event.


The Inauguration of Jubilee 2025
The Diocese of Chikmagalur joyously marked the inauguration of Jubilee 2025 with a solemn and faith-filled ceremony held at St. Joseph's Cathedral, on Sunday, 29-12-2024. The grand occasion began with a procession bringing the Jubilee Cross from St. Joseph's Convent to the Cathedral. Faithful from all walks of life, including clergy, religious, and laity, participated in the procession, carrying the Cross with devotion and reverence, symbolizing unity and renewal in Christ. Upon the arrival of the procession at the Cathedral, Most Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Swamy, Bishop of Chikmagalur, inaugurated the Jubilee by ceremoniously opening the door of the Cathedral. This symbolic act was met with great jubilation and marked the beginning of the Jubilee Year, a time of grace, reflection, and spiritual renewal for the diocese. Following this, the banner of the Jubilee which contained the logo of Jubilee 2025 was unveiled, adding to the joy and significance of the event. The unveiling of the banner symbolized the official commencement of the Jubilee celebrations, inspiring the faithful to actively participate in the journey of faith.

117th Parish Feast of St. Anthony's Church, Mudigere - 2025
The 117th Parish Feast of St. Anthony's Church, Mudigere, was celebrated with great devotion and joy on February 4, 2025. The event witnessed the participation of numerous faithful, who gathered to honor St. Anthony and seek his intercession.
Solemn Celebrations

The feast day began with the Holy Rosary at 4:30 PM, preparing the congregation spiritually for the celebrations. This was followed by the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration at 5:00 PM, presided over by Rev. Fr. Veersh Moras. During the sermon, Fr. Veersh Moras reflected on the theme of "Baravaseya Yāthre" (Journey of Hope), inspiring the faithful to trust in God's providence and follow the path of faith shown by St. Anthony.
Procession and Conclusion

After the Eucharistic celebration, a grand procession of St. Anthony took place through the streets of Mudigere, with devotees singing hymns and offering prayers. The celebration concluded with Eucharistic Adoration and a special blessing, bringing the faithful together in deep prayer and gratitude.

Solemn Celebrations at Lourdes Mata Cave in Malleshana Gudda Estate, Hirebile.
On February 11, 2025, the festival was celebrated with great devotion and grandeur at the Lourdes Mata Cave, located within the Malleshana Gudda Estate, a part of St. Joseph's Church, Hirebile. The Feast Day celebrations commenced with the recitation of the Holy Rosary, followed by the Eucharistic Mass, solemnly offered by Rev. Fr. David Prakash. During his homily, the priest spoke about the miraculous nature of this sacred cave, revered by devotees with deep faith. After the Mass, worshippers expressed their devotion by lighting candles and offering prayers. The celebrations concluded with a communal meal arranged for all the faithful who had gathered. The Lourdes Mata Cave is a natural wonder, not crafted by human hands. Despite the devastating landslides caused by torrential rains in 2019, which resulted in immense destruction and loss of life, the cave remained untouched, with not a single stone displaced. Many believe that those suffering from ailments find healing through prayer at this sacred site. Welcoming people from all backgrounds, regardless of caste or religion, the Lourdes Mata Cave stands as a beacon of faith and unity, drawing devotees back time and again to fulfill their vows.

First Annual Parish Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Rangenahalli
The first annual Parish Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Rangenahalli, was joyfully celebrated on Friday, 7th February 2025. In preparation for the feast, three days of Novena was held in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, invoking her blessings upon the faithful. The festive Mass commenced by a graceful dance performed by children to the Jubilee Anthem. The solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. David Prakash, Parish Priest of Hirebile and Diocesan Commission Coordinator, alongside 20 concelebrating priests. After the Eucharistic celebration, the gathered faithful participated in a festive meal, fostering a spirit of community and gratitude. In the evening, a grand car procession of Our Lady of Lourdes, beautifully decorated, made its way through the main roads of Rangenahalli. Devotees, holding lighted candles, joined the procession in prayer, reciting the Rosary with deep devotion. The celebrations concluded with Eucharistic Adoration, where the faithful received blessings and expressed gratitude to God for His abundant graces throughout the year.

Liturgy Commission - Seminar for Seminarians
A day's seminar was held for the seminarians on 4.2.2025 under the topic "The Relevance of the Sanctuary and the Holy Eucharist." They were also taught the discipline of an altar server at the Altar so that when they are in the parishes for vacations they may be able to guide the Altar Servers well.

The Pastoral Plan - 2025 for the Diocese of Chikmagalur
The Diocesan Pastoral Plan 2025 is a strategic guide for the pastoral activities of the Diocese of Chikmagalur. It aligns with the Karnataka Region Pastoral Plan and the CCBI Strategic Plan. The plan focuses on evangelization, faith formation, social justice, and community building while embracing Pope Francis' vision of synodality-Communion, Participation, and Mission.

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