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 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.
 
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 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.
 
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A
New Era of Justice: The Diocese of Chikmagalur
Inaugurates Ecclesiastical Tribunal
 The
Diocese of Chikmagalur witnessed a momentous
occasion with the inauguration of its
Ecclesiastical Tribunal at Spoorthi Sadan, the
Diocesan Pastoral Centre. This significant
event, held on March 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM, was
presided over by Most Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Swamy,
Bishop of Chikmagalur. The ceremony was graced
by the presence of numerous clergy, religious
members, and the faithful, marking an important
milestone in the diocese's legal and pastoral
ministry. The establishment of the
Ecclesiastical Tribunal follows the decree
issued by the Bishop of Chikmagalur on December
17, 2024, in adherence to the norms of Canon Law
(Can. 1419 and subsequent canons) and the
Apostolic Letter Mitis Iudex Dominus Iesus,
promulgated by Pope Francis on August 15, 2015.
This initiative aims to make the process of
matrimonial nullity cases more accessible,
efficient, and just, while also addressing other
judicial matters that fall under the
jurisdiction of the Tribunal. The inauguration
ceremony commenced with a solemn prayer led by
the Bishop, invoking divine blessings upon the
newly established Tribunal and its ministers.
Following the prayer, the Bishop officially
decreed the establishment of the Tribunal,
citing the need for an independent
ecclesiastical judiciary to uphold justice and
pastoral care within the Diocese of Chikmagalur.
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Report
on Marriage Preparation Course Conducted by the
Family Commission
 The
Family Commission of the Diocese of Chikmagalur
successfully conducted a Marriage Preparation
Course on March 11-12, 2025, at CMSSS, Hassan.
The program was organized by the Director, Rev.
Fr. Alwin D'Souza, and the Assistant Director,
Rev. Fr. Sanjay Juvanes, with the objective of
preparing couples for a meaningful and
faith-filled Catholic marriage. A total of 36
participants attended the course, including
individuals from the Diocese of Chikmagalur,
various parts of Karnataka, and even from
outside the state. The sessions covered
essential topics on Catholic marriage, with
insights from nine experienced resource persons
who provided valuable guidance on the
sacramental, spiritual, psychological, and
practical aspects of married life. Through
interactive discussions, reflections, and
engaging presentations, the participants were
equipped with a deeper understanding of their
vocation to marriage and family life. The course
emphasized faith, commitment, communication, and
the responsibilities of Christian couples in
building strong and Christ-centered families.
The program concluded with the Sacrament of
Reconciliation, Holy Mass and blessing for all
the participants, encouraging them to embrace
their call to married life with love and faith.
The Family Commission extends its gratitude to
Rev Fr Shanthraj R and Team, CMSSS, and all the
resource persons and participants for making
this event a success. May the Lord bless these
young couples as they prepare for their new
journey in life.
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Formation
of women cells at Magge Parish
 Today
we conducted the first program for woman in our
parish in St Francis Xavier Church at Magge
Parish. We have created the 5groups from each
substations to encourage them spiritually and
morally. Today's speaker was rev. sis Nancy from
Reginal Secretary of woman comission Karnataka.
The President of CRI And Superior of Ave Convent
Magge rev. sister Jaraldin was the President
today's Program then Fr Rajendra Kumar R the
Diocesan secretary For women commission and
joint Secretary Shanti were Present today's
program. After the program lunch was given to
them.The food was sponsored by Anthony Swami our
parishioner. I sincerely take this opportunity
to thank our beloved Incharge Parish Priest Rev.
Fr Anil Pais for his affection and care towards
his parish people.
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ANNUAL
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH, KUDUVALLI.
 The
annual feast of Our Lady of Lourdes was joyfully
celebrated on February 16, 2025, at Kuduvalli.
The solemn occasion was graced by the presence
of nearly 30 priests and a congregation of
around 200 faithful. Fr. Supreeth Menezes was
the main celebrant, while Fr. Fredrick Pais
delivered an inspiring homily. Adding to the
significance of the event, MLA Smt. Nayana
Motamma visited the parish following the Mass.
As a gesture of fellowship and community spirit,
a festive meal was served to the villagers of
Kuduvalli, bringing the celebrations to a joyful
close.
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Feast
of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Chowrikoppalu.
 On
February 15, 2025, the Feast of Our Lady of
Lourdes Church, Chowrikoppalu, a sub-station of
Gadenahalli Parish, was celebrated with great
solemnity and devotion. In preparation for this
sacred occasion, two days of Novena were held,
enriching the spiritual atmosphere. The feast
day celebrations commenced with the recitation
of the Holy Rosary, setting a reverent tone for
the day. This was followed by the Holy
Eucharist, presided over by Rev. Fr. Shanth Raj
A. The homily was delivered by Rev. Fr. David
Anthonappa, offering deep spiritual insights to
the faithful. The event was graced by the
presence of 12 priests, and approximately 800
devotees participated in the sacred liturgy and
prayers. In the evening, a solemn Eucharistic
Adoration was held to express gratitude for the
Lord's abundant blessings. This was followed by
a special blessing, the distribution of candles,
and a grand chariot procession, adding to the
spiritual fervour of the occasion. Rev. Fr.
Moses, the Parish Priest, was instrumental in
organizing and ensuring the meaningful and
prayerful execution of the celebration, making
it a truly memorable event for the faithful.
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