King of Mira Road Celebrates Golden Jubilee of his Religious Profession
Mira Road: April 7, 2013- It was indeed a day of jubilation and rejoicing for the Mira Road Community and the Parishioners of St. Joseph as we together celebrated and thanked Almighty God for the Golden Jubilee of the Religious Profession of Fr. Michael. The celebration commenced with the Eucharistic banquet as Fr. Michael thanked God for his protection and vocation to the Church. Fr. Provincial and many other Carmelite friars joined the Eucharist in praying for him. After the Eucharist the Golden jubilarian Fr. Michael, with his relatives and well-wishers were led through a procession as children of St. Joseph school and people gave their wishes with showers of flowers and golden confetti. Parish Priest, Fr. Dominic Vas welcomed all on this special occasion. Soon afterwards there was cutting of the cake by the golden jubilarian and Fr. Archie, the Provincial raised the toast wishing Fr. Michael on his golden jubilee of his religious life. Click here for more

Rev. Fr. Mario Fernandes, New Certified Counselor
We are glad to announce that Fr. Mario Fernandes (Canada) has successfully completed his certificate studies in counseling. He is now a Certified Counselor. The Karnataka-Goa Province congratulates Fr. Mario on his achievements. This new qualification will come handy in reaching out to the people in his pastoral ministry. We thank the Carmelite friars in Canada for all their support. Please have a look at his graduation photos.
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Easter Celebrated with a Social Concern
The Easter Celebration at Guardian Angels Church (Vancouver) was very special this year 2013. The Parishioners shared their joy with 150 homeless and poor people of the neighborhood organizing an Easter Luncheon. They were served turkey and other delicious dishes. It was a great welcome given to all these people that put a smile on their faces. May the Risen Jesus bless the innovative gesture of the Social concern of the parishioners. Click here for more

Children and Youth Convention
St. Joseph’s Church, Actonville, South Africa is organizing an assortment of innovative programmes for the faithful of the parish. This time it was a mega convention for the children and the youth of the parish. For the first time in the history of the parish this resourceful event took place on March 9, 2013. The purpose and the intention of the convention were to revitalize the spirit of the children and the youngsters. Competitive and attractive games, motivating talks were the highlights of the convention. Click here for more

FR. MICHAEL MORRIS – the golden friar!
The Karnataka-Goa Province had reason to doubly rejoice on March 19, 2013, the Solemnity of St. Joseph as we celebrated the Golden Jubilee of the Religious Profession of Rev. Fr. Michael Morris Shenoy. The Solemn Eucharist at 5.30pm was presided over by the Jubilarian along with 26 Carmelite friars from various communities of the province. Fr. Dominic Vas in his inspiring homily highlighting the three vows of religious life by comparing them to the imagery of the two rivers that unite, which in the Indian tradition is called “Sangam”. The Ganga (divine river) and Yamuna (ordinary river) give rise to a third – Saraswati, during the big festivals. Similarly, we could say, that the divine (call) and human (response) give rise to a religious vocation. The three vows should be lived and practiced according to the mind of Christ. Click here for more

Social Concern at Actionville, South Africa
The season of Lent invites all of us to help each other in whatever way possible. To make the Lenten season practical the members of Chipko and Rock zone belonging to St. Joseph’s Church, Actonville, South Africa on March 16, 2013 along with the Parish Priest Fr. Boniface D' Souza, OCD spent a precious day with the HIV patients. All of them actively engaged themselves in interacting with the inmates and helping them in whatever way possible. After having met each of the inmates’ lunch was served to all along with other food materials. May these acts of good deeds enable everyone to come closer to Jesus. Click here for more

Their journey in Carmel begins…
On 12th March 2013, the community members of Guardian Angels Church and St. Edmund's Church came together to wish the two candidates: Fr. Alfredo Pereira and Mr. Josef Giroux (French Canadian - but speaks good English) on behalf of the Carmelite Region Canada before they fly to San Jose - California Province for their Postulancy which begins on the 14th of this month. . They were both given a solemn send off, at the conclusion of their 7 months live-in experience in our Carmelite communities.  Click here for more

Final Journey of Rev. Fr. Dominic Nirmal Kumar
Rev. Fr. Dominic Nirmal Kumar, Provincial of Tamil Nadu Province bid goodbye to this earthly life at the age of 57. Soon after the IPCI Meet in Delhi on 28 Feb, he was diagnosed with pneumonia and was hospitalized in Trichy. As he breathed his last at about 6.00 P.M on March 15, 2013, Friday, it turned out to be the Good Friday of his life! The funeral rite was held at Carmel Theological College chapel, Edamalipatty Pudur, Trichy on March 17, 2013 Sunday at 3-00pm with the presence of two Bishops, hundreds of Priests and nuns, and a couple of thousand relatives, friends and well-wishers. All the Provincials of the Indian Provinces expressed their solidarity with the Tamil Nadu Province by paying tribute to Fr. Dominic. Frs. Archibald Gonsalves, Clifford D’ Souza, Canute D’ Souza, Deepak Tauro and Vinod Lobo represented the Karnataka Goa Province. Fr. Archibald, President of IPCI gave a fitting eulogy on behalf of the Indian Carmel. He enumerated the simple life of Fr. Dominic and consoled the members of the family and that of the Tamil Nadu Province. Click here for more

NEW DEACONS IN THE ETERNAL CITY
Saturday, March 9, 2013, was a propitious day in the Eternal City of Rome as two Carmelite Seminarians belonging to our Province were raised to the Order of Diaconate. Most Rev. Raharilamboniaina Fabien, the Bishop of Madagascar (Africa) conferred the sacrament on six of the Carmelites at the Teresianum Chapel; among them Bro. Mark Furtado and Bro. Reginald Mworia Safari were the members of our Province. Our friars serving in the land of Rome witnessed the celebration and wished them all the best in their Diaconate ministry. Let us accompany them with our prayers as they prepare for the gift of Priesthood. Click here for more

Another community is born at Vijayanagar!
On March 3, 2013, the third Sunday of Lent, the Karnataka-Goa Province had reason to rejoice and celebrate the installation of the new community at St. John the Baptist Church, Vijayanagar. The friars from Bangalore region along with the Provincial gathered at 7.30pm for the solemn vespers followed by a small function establishing the community under the patronage of St. John the Baptist. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior read the patents of the superior (Fr. John Pinto) and the members (Frs. Deepak Thomas and Roshan D’Souza) and officially declared the parish as the community. The two provincial councilors, Frs. Silvestre D’Souza and Fr. William Miranda, handed over the patents to the members. Click here for more

Secular Carmel (OCDS) Annual Day
The Annual Day of the Secular Carmel Mysore (OCDS) was celebrated on Saturday 23.2.13 at Pushpashrama. It was also to mark the anniversary of the Profession of the Secular Carmelites (27th Feb.). Fr. Wilfred Rodrigues their Spiritual Director celebrated the Solemn Mass and preached the homily inviting them to give importance to prayer and have the transfiguration experience(Gospel of the day) and also to be faithful to their vows as Abraham was faithful to the covenant (I reading).  Click here for more

Diploma in tailoring and embroidery
On the 20th of February 2013, the Carmel Jyothi NGO at Hadagali distributed the Diploma Certificates for those who successfully completed the 6 months course in tailoring and embroidery. Fr. Rajesh D’ Souza, director of Carmel Jyothi NGO presided over the event and distributed the certificates for twenty candidates. Later he addressed the gathering explaining to them the developmental works done by the NGO and how it works to empower the women and the needy. Click here for more

PLAY AND LEARN- NAIL KALI
On February 18, 2013 the Carmel Jyothi Charitable Trust and Sarva Sikshana Abiyana, Hadagalli, conducted play and learn ( kali nail) one day seminar and work shop for all the Government teachers of Hadagalli taluk. Mr. B. Vijay Kumar B.E.O. of Hadagalli taluk inaugurated the programme. Fr. Rajesh D’ Souza, director of Carmel Jyothi Charitable Trust was the president of the programme. Mr. C. J. Mallappa BRC, Mr. Ajay, state recourse person for nail kali, Mrs. Asha, district recourse person for nail kali were the chief guests. Click here for more

Provincial visits St. Joseph’s Church, Actonville, South Africa
February 17, 2013 Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior of K.G. Province visited St. Joseph’s Church, Actonville, South Africa. He was laid a red carpet welcome by offering bouquet of flowers. He met the faithful of the parish; later he celebrated the Holy Eucharist where he preached an inspiring homily on the Word of God. At the end of the mass Fr. Provincial was honoured by the parishioners and presented the pictures of South African Map, South African Flag and the picture of Nelson Mandela sculptured on the Ostrich egg. Click here for more

Another Pentecost in Mira Road
Mira Road: Confirmation ceremony of 172 youth was held at St. Joseph Church, Mira Road on Sunday February 17, 2013, during the 11a.m. and 5 pm mass. Zonal Bishop Bosco Penha presided over the Holy Mass along with Fr Dominic Vas, Fr Arwin Tauro, Fr. Ivo Dias, Fr. Agnelo, Fr. Michel Morris Shenoy. Bishop in his Homily said that as an adult one needs to understand the implication and obligations of the Sacrament of Confirmation. There are two characteristics of Adulthood. First, As an adult one needs to relate with God personally and spend time in contemplative prayer. Secondly, an adult does not thinks of himself or herself, so one needs to give time to the Church through service. Click here for more

Young Priests congregate at Londa for the Annual Meet
The young priests of the Karnataka Goa Province came together at the Mission land, Londa, Belgaum from February 4-8, 2013. The formal inaugural ceremony commenced during the Eucharistic celebration after which the superior and participants lighted the lamp and officially declared the meeting open. The two days of the meeting was dedicated for input session where Rev. Fr. Alfred Menezes shared his practical thoughts and insights on the theme “Mysticism in the writings of St. John of the Cross”. He not only explained the concept of Mysticism but also gave us the practical course of action to be a mystic in our day today life. Click here for more

Seminar for Teachers at Carmelite Monastery, Margao
“Feel that the child belongs to you.” Said Dr. (Fr.) Simon Diniz, Principal, Rosary College of Commerce and Arts-Navelim. He was delivering a key note address for the one day seminar on the theme -“ Identifying the Problems of Children and Counseling Techniques.” for the teachers organized by EMMAUS, a counseling centre of the Carmelite Fathers Mapusa in association with the Carmelite Monastery, held at the Carmelite Monastery hall Margao on February 7, 2013. “Every student is different.” said Fr. Diniz and stressed on the need to study the background and culture of every child. Click here for more

Infant Mary Chapel inaugurated:
Mangalore: Infant Mary Church was inaugurated by Fr Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial of Karnataka-Goa province of the Discalced Carmelite, at Bajjodi here on February 1. The Bishop of Mangalore Dr Aloysius D'Souza was taken in a procession to the newly built church premises along with other priests. Fr Archibald Gonsalves cut the ribbon and inaugurated the church. Carmelite Superior, Canada Fr Rudolph D'Souza unveiled the plaque of the church.  Bishop Dr Aloysius D'Souza inaugurated the new Altar, the Sanctuary and the speakers stands also known as the Pulpit and the Lectern. Click here for more

The Church thanks the police (Kempton Park, South Africa)
This is the 17th year of the ‘National Police Day Celebrations’ across the country. Some Kempton park saps members, including acting station commander, Col Radesh Sookraj, were invited to a special service at the Catholic Church Our Lady of Loretto on Sunday the 27th January 2013. The service was held to honour the members of the police force who selflessly leave their loved ones at home, to fight crime and protect others. Click here for more

OCD NATIONAL CONGRESS ON FORMATION
20-26 JANUARY, 2013
(Sadbhavana, Carmelite Provincialate, Bangalore – India)
A National Congress on formation was organized under the auspices of the Inter-Provincial Conference of India (IPCI) from 20-26 January, 2013 at Sadbhavana, the Carmelite Provincialate of the Karnataka-Goa Province, Bangalore, India. The 30 participants were Formators or Provincial Councilors in-charge of formation from the various units in India (Malabar, Manjummel, Karnataka-Goa, Tamil Nadu, South Kerala, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Wet Bengal and Ranchi). Click here for more

INSIGHT - Know thy Faith - Seminar on Faith
YU4C - Youth United for Christ, Mangalore the youth wing of the National Catholic Charismatic Renewal in India organized a 2 day Seminar on Faith called ‘INSIGHT’ held at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore. The Seminar was Inaugurated by Rev Fr. Archibald Gonsalves OCD, Provincial Superior of the Carmelties, Fr. Nelson Pinto, OCD - Spiritual Guide for YU4C India, Fr. Stephen Pereira, OCD - Spiritual Guide for YU4C Mangalore, Ivan Lobo - Chairman of the MST, Roshan Goveas - Coordinator of the YU4C Mangalore.  Click here for more

Annual Feast of Infant Jesus Celebrated at Sadbhavana, Bangalore
The Carmel Family in Bangalore solemnized the Annual Feast of the Infant Jesus at Sadbhavana on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 10-00 am. The festal mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior. Fr. Joachim Rodrigues preached an inspiring homily on the theme “Professing Faith, Proclaiming Christ” citing the various aspects of our faith. Sixteeen Carmelite priests concelebrated and the liturgy was animated by Fr. Vinod Lobo.  Click here for more

Thanksgiving Dinner for the Benefactors and Sponsors at Santa Maria, Empoli, Italy
On the 19th of January 2013, the Carmelites of Karnataka-Goa Province at Santa Maria A Ripa (namely Frs. Donath Rebeiro, Alwyn Aranha and Manoj Braganza) organized a DINNER for all the benefactors and Sponsors as a token of our love and gratitude for their generosity and sacrifices over the years towards our aspirants, seminarians, priests, poor and particularly the poor children and our missions. There was a good response. Around 55 benefactors came for the get-together.  Click here for more

Infant Jesus Feast at Carmel Hill, Mangalore
The annual feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated with dedication and devotion in the Infant Jesus Shrine, Carmel Hill, Bikkarnakatta here on January 14. More than fifty Thousand devotees thronged the shrine of Infant Jesus and offered prayers to seek His divine intervention and blessings. Seven masses - in Malayalam, Kannada, English and Konkani - were held throughout the day and devotees flocked to the church from the morning. The festive mass was celebrated by Bishop of Asansol West Bengal, Dr Cyprian Monis along with 50 concelebrants. Click here for more

Feast of Infant Jesus & Inter-Religious Dialogue
"Care for our senior citiznes".
The lively and dynamic St Joseph Church Celebrated the Infant Jesus feast and conducted an Inter-Religious Dialogue session, on Sunday, January 13th at 6.30 pm on St Joseph Church Grounds, Mira Road. The Parish Priest of O.L. of Salvation Church, Fr. Felix D’ Souza presided over the solemn festal Eucharistic celebration along with other six Priests. After the mass the Inter-religious dialogue session commenced with a prayer dance by Cosmopolitan School children. Click here for more

Blood Donation Camp at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
As part of the Infant Jesus Annual Feast celebrated on 14th Jan, 2013, a blood donation camp was organized at the Shrine Hall in Bikarnakatte on Thursday January 10. The blood donation camp was organized by ‘Naman Ballok Jesu’ Konakani Monthly published by the Shrine in association with YU4C (Youth United for Christ, Mangalore) and by Fr. Muller’s Medical College, Kankanady. Fr. Pius James D’Souza, Superior inaugurated the blood donation and Fr. Stephen Pereira, Editor of the publication welcomed the gathering.  Click here for more

Infant Jesus Feast at Pushpashrama, Mysore
The annual feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated at Pushpashrama, Mysore on January 6, 2013. The celebration began with the flag hoisting ceremony on January 3. Thereafter for three days thousand of devotees offered prayers. Religious services were conducted at the shrine throughout the day in different languages. At noon, there was Anna santharpane, where thousands of devotees irrespective of caste, creed, and colour received the prasadam. Click here for more

New Album - Mog Tujo Puro released
The 11th Konkani Devotional Album - ‘MOG TUJO PURO - Bhavaddtache Vattek’ was released on 5th Jan, 2013 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, Mangalore. Rev. Fr. Patrick Rodrigues, Director of Fr. Muller’s Medical College and Hospital released the devotional album on the first day of the Novena to Infant Jesus. Album consists of songs composed by Carmelite Fathers Alwyn Sequeira, Praveen D’Souza and Wilfred Frank. Click here for more

Christmas Wingding @ Empoli
On the 27th of December, Karnataka-Goa Province members serving and studying in Italy had a Christmas get-together. Empoli community members together with the superior Fr. Donath hosted the gathering. Venue was at Avane/Empoli. They were altogether 18 members. At 8.30 was the breakfast and at 11-00 all gathered around the altar of the Lord for the thanksgiving Eucharistic celebration. Fr. Aureus Mwinuka presided over the celebration and Fr. Rudolf Pinto broke the Word of God. After the spiritual celebration all the members came together at the refectory where they were served delicious and delightful banquet prepared by Fr. Donath.  Click here for more

Three days seminar for ASHA workers
Huvinahadagali: December 23rd, Carmel Jyothi Charitable Trust and District Malaria Office, Bellary under their joint collaboration conducted three days seminar for ASHA workers. This seminar mainly focused on NVBDCP. (National Vector Born Disease Control program). The whole seminar focused on different types of mosquitoes which spread disease like, malaria, dengue, chicken fox, pyleria and brain fever. Asha workers were given the training how to identify different types of fever and give primary health care and refer the matter to higher authorities.  Click here for more

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New Book on Wilfy Rebimbus' Literature Released
On the 4th Anniversary of Naman Ballok Jesu – Konkani Monthly, 'Suryacha Kirnnani', a book on the literary contributions of the legendary singer the late Wilfy Rebimbus, edited by Rev. Fr. Stephen Pereira, Carmelite was released at Infant Jesus Shrine Hall here on Friday December 21. Central Sahitya Academy Award winning poet Melvyn Rodrigues released the book along with other dignitaries on the dais, while Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior of the Carmelites presided over the function. Click here for more

Vestition and First Religious Profession at Tapovana, Kushalnagar
The ‘cradle’ of the Karnataka-Goa Province had a reason to celebrate as nine postulants entered the canonical year of Novitiate on 13th December 2012 and three novices committed their life in the garden of Carmel through the evangelical vows after the successful completion of the novitiate. On December 13, at 7.30 pm Rev. Fr. Provincial explained the meaning of ‘vestition’ in the background of the St. Albert’s rule that exhorts us to put on the ‘armour of Christ.’ He invited the nine postulants to follow Jesus more radically as the Disciples of Christ and entrusted them into the hands of the Novice Master. Each of them was given an emblem of the Order by the Provincial and the Scapular by Fr. Silvestre D’Souza, councilor in-charge of formation.  Click here for more

WORLD HANDICAP DAY
On December 3, 2012 Carmel Jyothi Charitable Trust and Sarva Sikshana Abiyana, Huvinahadagali jointly organized the World Handicap Day. V.H. Yeshu, the president of the programme, explained in his key note address the various causes and the measures to be taken to avoid deficiency. Mr. Mallanna BRC was the chief guest of the programme. Fr. Rajesh D’ Souza, Director explained the facilities provided by the government of India for the handicaps. He also gave a clarion call to all the participants to make us of the facilities and promised to help them using the assistance of the government.  Click here for more

Annual Sport day- Mount Carmel School – Hadagali
On December 3, 2012 Mount Carmel School and Child Labour Residential School children came together to celebrate the annual sports day. Rev. Fr. Sylvester Pereira presided over the event and lit the Kreeda Jyothi and inaugurated the sports day. Mr. P. Manjunath, in charge of Taluk Sports hoisted the school flag. Rev. Fr. Prakash Tauro, Principal laid a red carpet welcome to all the guests and the children. Fr. Rajesh D’ Souza, Director of Carmel Jyothi Charitable Trust and Mr. Basavaraj CRP were the guests of honour. Click here for more

Attempt towards the Unity of Christians
On November 23, 2012 Carmel Jyothi Charitable trust and the local Protestant Church conducted three days retreat for protestant people in the campus of Carmel Seva Sadan. It was the genuine point of unity. The three days of residential retreat (23-25) was sponsored by Carmel Jyothi Charitable trust. Rev. Dr. Moses Ozo from Chennai animated the retreat on the Word of God and the local protestant pastor Prakash also enlightened the faithful with the Word of God and prayed over all the participants. There were around 200 people who made use of the spiritual assistance during these days of retreat. Click here for more

PLENARY COUNCIL – a triumph of fraternity!
The Plenary Council of this triennium was held at Sadbhavana, Bangalore, from 4-5 December, 2012. It was inaugurated by invoking God’s assistance through a Bhajan led by Fr. Praveen D’Souza and the prayer conducted by Fr. Prasanna Kumar. The main highlight of this gathering was the address by Rev. Fr. Augustine Mulloor, OCD, Definitor General, at the conclusion of his Pastoral Visitation as Delegate of the Superior General. After presenting his report with his decisions and orientations, he invited the members to share their views or seek clarifications regarding his observations. A fruitful interaction with Fr. Mulloor continued till Mid-day. Click here for more

First Holy Communion at Kempton Park, South Africa
November 25, 2012, was a great day in the history of the Kempton Park church. As the universal Church celebrated the solemnity of Christ the King, the parish added another feather to this celebration. Around 34 children received Jesus for the first time through the sacrament of Eucharist. Fr. Peter Rebello, parish priest presided over the Eucharistic celebration and preached an inspiring homily explaining the importance of Eucharist and its spiritual effect in the life of an individual.  Click here for more

Senior Citizens Christmas Party at Kempton Park, South Africa
The senior citizens of Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church, Kempton Park gathered together to celebrate the Christmas party on the 24th November 2012. There were around 60 elderly people joined their hands for the celebration at the community hall. Rev. Fr. Peter Rebello, the parish priest welcomed the gathering and invoked the blessings of the Almighty. The programme began with the prayer song which was led by Fr. Peter, after which few carols were sung by CWL ladies. The senior citizens were entertained with various songs and games.  Click here for more

Pushpashrama Brothers Create History
On the 25th of November 2012, Carmel Catholic Association had organized Carmel Carol singing competition at Maharajah’ college, Mysore. The Philosophy brothers from Pushpashrama under the leadership of Fr. Praveen D’ Souza and the community friars participated in the three categories of the competition; they were Institutional, Regional and Professional singing. The brothers after having moved heaven and earth gave a splendid performance and bagged all the first prizes in all the three categories.  Click here for more

DRAWING COMPLETION TO MARK THE DAY OF CHILDREN AT HADAGALI
As the nation of India celebrated Children’s day on the 14th of November, the Carmel Jyothi NGO to mark this great event organized drawing completion for the all the school children of Hadagali Taluk on the 15th of November 2012. There were around 250 children who exhibited their talents in the completion. There were three categories based on the division of class, they are 1-4th standard, 5-7th standard and 8-10th standard children. The competition was inaugurated at 11-00 am by Rev. Fr. Sylvester Pereira, president of the event.  Click here for more

New Initiative by the Carmelites of Carmel Hill - YU4C
YU4C (Youth United For Christ) lead by Fr. Stephen Pereira, Carmelite organized LAUDATE - three hour long praise and worship at Belman Church for the Youth of Shirva Varado on Sunday, 18th Nov, 2012. It began with the Eucharistic celebration presided over by Fr. Stephen. Fr. Deep Fernandes, Carmelite shared the Word of God in which he invited the youngsters to cultivate a friendship with Jesus. Later Ivan Lobo lead the youth into praise and worship which culminated in the Eucharistic Adoration during which most of the participants were in tears.  Click here for more

Social Concern by Naman Ballok Jesu
Naman Ballok Jesu, Konkani Monthly published by the Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore distributed Senior Citizen Cards recently to those who are above 60. This is the first of its kind. Mr. Oswald explained to people about the benefits of the Card and Most Rev. Buti J. Tlhagale, Archbishop of Johannesburg distributed the cards to the beneficiaries. Hats up to Fr. Stephen and the team!!!
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Vibrant Gujarat Mission
Karnataka-Goa Province opened a new chapter in the history of the Gujarat Mission. On 14th of this month around 350 people with several priests and nuns gathered in our new property for the laying the foundation stone for the new Infant Jesus Church in Gorva. People greeted one another saying kem cho? (How are you)? At 5:30 p.m. the service began with the reciting of the Rosary which was followed by a meaningful and colorful Eucharist Celebration. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior of the K.G. Province was the main celebrant, who exhibited his Multi Lingual talent. Click here for more

“Environmental Friendly School” – Hadagali
On the 9th of November 2012, Friday, the Carmel Jyothi NGO and the District Pollution control board, Bellary jointly organized one day seminar on the theme “Environmental Friendly School”. Mr. Vijay Kumar, BEO of Hadagali was the president of the program, Block resource co coordinator, Mr. Mallanna, Mr. Shiva Murthy, Karnataka state pollution control board Bellary, Fr. Rajesh D’Souza, director Carmel Jyothi NGO, Mr. Vishva Murthy, were the resource persons and the chief guests of the seminar. The exclusive intention of organizing the seminar was to create a kind of awareness about the significance of the nature among the people.  Click here for more

Day of the Senior Citizen at Holy Family Church, Gorwa, Vadodara
On the 28th of October 2012, the Infant Jesus Youth group of the Holy Family Church celebrated the day of the senior citizen at the Bishop’s House, Vadodara. The sole purpose of the celebration was to take time to appreciate the older persons – their contributions to the family, society and to the church as a whole. The day provided an opportunity to acknowledge and promote awareness for their unique contributions. For all they have achieved throughout life and for all they continue to accomplish is praiseworthy. The day commenced at 4-00pm with the Anthakshari singing followed by interesting games played by the senior citizens.  Click here for more

Parents of Child Labour School came together at Hadagali
The Carmel Jyothi NGO is known for the various developmental social activities in the vicinity of the Bellary district. In this respect on the 24th of October 2012, the Carmel Jyothi NGO conducted the parents meet in the campus of Child Labour residential school. For the moment there are 40 child labour students benefiting from Carmel Jyothi NGO. All the parents of these children were invited for the special meeting. Mr. Eshwar, district project manager of child labour was the chief guest. Rev. Fr. Sylvester Pereira, Superior of Carmel Bhavan was the president.  Click here for more

JINNECHEA SOM’DIRANT - a book on Value Education Released
MAPUSA: JINNECHEA SOM’DIRANT a new book of essays on Value Education written by Br. John Malvino Alfonso OCD was released at the hands of Dr. (Fr.) Walter De Sa, Principal, St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa at the Carmelite Seminary Mapusa . Dr.(Fr.) De Sa speaking on the occasion Dr. De Sa highlighted the importance of this book and said that this book is important in toadys context where values are eroded. Prof. Sushant K. Naik, Assistant Professor, St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa reviewed the book. Fr. Sylvestre D’Souza OCD, Provincial Councillor, Karnataka-Goa Province welcomed the gathering and recalled the contribution of the Carmelites through print media. Programme began with a prayer song by the Carmelite aspirants. Fr. Ave Maria Afonso, a Konkani writer, compered the programme while Br. John Malvino Alfonso OCD proposed a vote of thanks. Click here for more

YEAR OF FAITH AND MISSION SUNDAY AT DHYANA SADHANA, MYSORE
The community of Dhyana Sadhana as one family gathered outside the entrance of the institute on the morning of 11th October 2012, to inaugurate the year of faith which our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI had declared beginning from 11th October 2012 to 24th November 2013. Our life is a journey and it is strengthened by true and sincere faith in God. The community came in procession to represent this journey of faith and as they proceeded, the twelve articles of Faith were prayerfully proclaimed and placed on 12 coconut trees by 12 sisters of the community. Later as they reached the main entrance of the dwelling, the director Rev.Fr. Prasanna lit the lamp which was followed by the penitential rite and the proclamation of the Word of God.  Click here for more

Triple Celebrations at Actonville, Benoni, South Africa
Triple celebrations were held at St. Joseph's Church, Actonville, South Africa on Sunday 14th of October. The threefold celebration was the feast of Our Lady of Rosary, Inauguration of the Year of Faith and the launch of Renew Africa. The Celebration commenced at 9.30am with the procession carrying the statue of Our Lady towards the Church. During the Eucharistic celebration the year of Faith was inaugurated by lighting the Year of Faith candle, which was followed by all the people lighting the candles from the same candle. Launch of Renew Africa also was done by lighting the candle.  Click here for more

REV. FR. JOHN GRENNEN, DEFINITOR GENERAL'S VISIT TO VANCOUVER
V Rev. Fr. John Grennen the Definitor General from Rome visited the Carmelite Community on 26th October at 3.30 pm with Rev. Fr. Paul Konig from California Province. Their short visit helped them to understand our mission in Canada. He was very appreciative of the rapid progress by the Carmelites in this region and was impressed to know about the Formation House and the probable two Canadian vocations to our Carmelite community. Later he also visited St. Edmund’s Church and Fr. Jerald D’Souza explained the various programs he conducts for people and briefed him about the ongoing progress of the Secular Carmelites in Canada. Click here for the photographs

Archbishop of Johannesburg Visits Sadbhavana
On the 21st of October, Sunday Most Rev. Buti J. Tlhagale, Archbishop of Johannesburg paid a fraternal visit to the Provincial house, Sadbhavana along with Fr. Marie Joseph. Fr. Provincial welcomed the Archbishop by presenting the bouquet of flowers. In the evening all the friars of Bangalore region gathered at Sadbhavana for the ‘Evening Prayer” and to felicitate the Archbishop. Fr. Provincial introduced the Archbishop to all the friars and later he was honoured in the traditional Indian tradition. The Archbishop of Bangalore, who was to be present on the occasion, could not make it due to unforeseen circumstances. Click here for more

FEAST OF THE PATRONESS CELEBRATED AT SADBHAVANA
The Discalced Carmelite friars of Sadbhavana celebrated the solemn feast of St. Teresa of Avila, reformer of the Order and the Patroness of the Karnataka-Goa Province on the 16th of October 2012 at 6-30pm. The festal mass was presided over by Rev. Dr. Augustine Mulloor, OCD Definitor General for India, who preached an inspiring homily with deep biblical insights and connecting them with the life of St. Teresa. Fr. Roshan D’Souza animated the liturgy and the polyphonic choir comprising our students from Pushpashrama under the leadership of Fr. Praveen D’Souza added beauty to the celebration, helping us to raise our minds and hearts to God. The neighbouring religious communities of fathers and sisters and the benefactors from the Bangalore region participated in the joy of the community. Fr. Provincial proposed the vote of thanks and honoured Fr. Augustine Mulloor at the end of Eucharistic celebration which was followed by a sumptuous dinner for all the invitees. Click here for more

PERFECT GIFT FOR THE YEAR OF FAITH
The Title of the book: A SOWER WENT OUT TO SOW, DHYANAVANA PUBLICATIONS, BANGALORE 2012, pp. xii + 356
Author: Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD
Price: Rs. 200

The title of Father D’Souza’s volume with homilies for liturgical year C, A Sower Went Out To Sow, is taken from Jesus’ parable of the sower. His previous collection of homilies for liturgical year B, The Mustard Seed, was very well received, as these thought provoking homilies should likewise be. With his readable and friendly style and his use of striking examples, Father D’Souza is like the sower in Jesus’ parable. He wants the word of God to grow in his readers’ hearts, striving to overcome the many different obstacles in their way. Attuned to the “new methods” of the New Evangelization, the author engages his audience, so that they will bear abundant spiritual fruit. Click here for more

Emmaus’ Workshop on Enriching Parenting
Emmaus counselling Centre of the Carmelite Fathers has organised one day workshop for the parents on the theme ‘Enriching Parenthood.’ Fr. Placido Pereira MSFS, a sociologist and the Principal of St. Francis Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Siolim delivering the key note address, focus on the core issues of our parental behaviour and explained the importance of enriching our parents. Fr. Diogo Proença OCD, Director of the Emmaus Counselling Centre welcomed the gathering and briefed the activities of the centre right from its establishment. Br. Amyas Quadros OCD invoked God’s blessings through a short prayer service. Fr. Ajith Rodrigues OCD proposed a vote of thanks for the inaugural function. Click here for more

OCDS CEREMONY AT ST. EDMUND’S CHURCH, NORTH VANCOUVER
It was a beautiful and blessed day on Saturday, October 6, 2012 as the communities of Richmond, Langley, North Vancouver and Vancouver gathered at St. Edmund’s Church for the occasion of the Investiture and Profession Ceremony. Six aspirants, Alice Arce, Virginia Concon, Luz Quintero, Jessie Wong, Katherine Kowlowski and Catherine Ducharme were clothed and six members, Joseph Giroux, Assunta Tan, Celeste Mason, Don Mason, Venita Kwan and Olivia Kawaguchi professed their temporary promises.  Click here for more

Ceremonies for St. Joseph OCDS Calgary
The Calgary community had a special celebration day on September 30th 2012. Three members of the community made definitive promises, two members made first promises, and an aspirant received the scapular at her clothing ceremony. The three newly professed are Carla Jane Romeo of the Good Shepherd, Marilyn Huber of the Beloved, and Philip Hetherington of the Precious Blood. The couple, Carmel and Jane Gatt made first promises, and Suzanne Hayes received the scapular. Fr. Jerry D’Souza presided over the service at St. Thomas More Church in Calgary. Click here for more

Provincial Meets K.G. Province Friars at Scala, Rome
On October 8, 2012, the friars of the Karnataka Goa Province in Rome gathered together at Santa Maria della Scala, Rome with Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, provincial, Rev. Fr. Rocco Visca, Vicar of the Carmelites of Roman province and guest priests of Santa Maria della Scala for the Holy Eucharist and thereafter for a sumptuous dinner. As the Universities in Rome reopened after the summer vacation for a new academic year, it was also an occasion for the inauguration of the new year at the community of Santa Maria della Scala.  Click here for more

Fr. Sunil Monis - CRI President of Baroda Unit
We are pleased to announce that Fr. Sunil Monis, Parish Priest of Holy Family Church, Gorwa, Vadodara has been appointed as the President of the Conference of Religious in India {CRI}of Baroda Unit. This particular appointment will lasts for three years. Fr. Sunil Monis hails from Shirva, Mangalore. After having joined the Carmelite Order in the year 1995, he made his first profession on 14th December 1999 and he was ordained on 19th May 2009. For the past three and half years he was a missionary in Gorwa, Vadodara. Congratulations and best wishes to the new President from all the Fathers, Brothers and Sisters of the Karnataka Goa Province. We promise him our prayers, so that Jesus may be the guiding light in all the walks of his life.

Chake De India – Foot Ball Match - Baroda
On the 30th of September 2012, the Baroda Catholic Association organized a football match at the denary level. The Infant Jesus youth of the Holy Family Church, Gorwa under the able leadership of the parish priest, Fr. Sunil Monis participated in the competition. The youth of the parish moved heaven and earth to reach the finals after defeating the various teams at the lower level. In the final after having fought strenuously till the end they lost the match with a small margin. Above all, all the players and the spectators were taken up by the way they fought in the final match.  Click here for more

The annual Canada Regional Members’ meeting
The annual Canada Regional Members’ meeting was held on 12th September 2012 at Harrison Hotsprings Agashi (British Columbia) an exotic healing spa and springs that were discovered by the native Indians in the 15th century. Later this became a tourist attraction for hundreds of thousands in North America. People flock to this place mainly for holidays and for healing therapies through the naturally heated volcanic water flow from the mountain springs: http://www.harrisonresort.com
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New Formation House in Canada - "The Little Flower"
The inauguration of the Formation House “THE LITTLE FLOWER” and the first foundation of the Discalced Carmelites of Karnataka Goa Province “CARMEL HILL” in Canada was held on 11th September 2012 at Benedictine Abbey (Mission – British Columbia) at 10 am with a Solemn concelebrated Holy Eucharistic Celebration by the Most Reverend J. Michael Miller, CSB, Archbishop of Vancouver along with Rev. Archibald R. Gonsalves, Provincial Superior and Rev. Rudolf V. D’Souza OCD the Regional Superior and the other eleven Discalced Carmelite Friars working in different Dioceses of Canada. There were 21 priests present for the celebration with the Secular Carmelites and the parishioners of Guardian Angels Church and St. Edmond’s Church North Vancouver. After the Eucharistic Celebration the blessing of the Foundation Stone and blessing of the existing house was ceremoniously done by the Archbishop. A short felicitation program was arranged. Fr. Rudolf welcomed all and thanked each and every one for making this event a grand success. Rev. Archibald R. Gonsalves thanked the Archbishop for his enthusiasm in welcoming the Carmelites and granting them the permission to open this first Foundation house in Canada in his Archdiocese. The Archbishop in his address thanked the Carmelites and hoped that their presence would boost the spiritual life of people in his diocese through their prayer and contemplative spirit. He also thanked all the Carmelites including the Secular Carmelites for their valuable contribution to the Diocesan spiritual and pastoral life. The program ended with a sumptuous buffet arranged by the Critics’ Choice Caterers.  Click here for the photographs

Teachers Day at Gorva, Vadodara
Teaching is the Profession that teaches all the other professions
On 5th September 2012 our Nation celebrated the teachers Day. It is a day to celebrate, because Mane ye modala Pata Shale, (Home is the first school), but later what we learn and what we are today it is because of the effort and struggle of our school teachers. To commemorate this day in the history of Holy Family Church Gorva, Panchwati, Gujarat, we had invited all the teachers of our Parish and saluted them with a rose flower and a memento. On this auspicious day the parish community began the first day Novena as a preparation for the Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary.  Click here for more

Dental Camp at Kenchammana Halli
On 3rd September 2012, Carmel Jyothi N.G.O. and Bapuji Dental College and Hospital under the joint collaboration organized free dental camp at the campus of government higher primary school, Kenchammana Halli. There were around 200 patients examined their teeth and 26 patients received treatments. Fr. Sylvester Pereira was the president of the program. School head master Mr. Lalatakshariah, Mr. Chandrappa, Mr.mallanna, village leaders were present. Fr. Rajesh D’Souza, director of Carmel Jyothi N.G.O. welcomed the gathering. A group of 14 doctors from Bapuji Dental College conducted the camp successfully. Click here for more

Empower the Workers
On 27th August 2012, one day seminar was organized for the village coolie workers at the campus of Carmel Seva Sadan by Carmel Jyothi N.G.O. together with the village coolie workers association. The various problems of coolie workers were discussed and some solutions were found out. Government has started the scheme of job guarantee which promises 100 days of work. But the workers do not get so many days of work and fail to get expected salary. All such problems were discussed. The resource person in his speech highlighted the provision of job cards.  Click here for more

A New Beginning at Vijayanagar: Carmel Complex
The long awaited day arrived and the community of Sadbhavana marched to Vijayanagar where Mr. Anil D’Costa has donated a piece of land to the Carmelites. The final plan for the development of the property included a commercial complex, residential flat for the donor, hall and underground parking. The Provincial, Fr. Archibald Gonsalves led the prayer invoking God’s blessings on the project in the presence of Mr. S. J. Anthony the architect and Mr. Noel who has been awarded the contract. He offered a reflection on the Gospel passage where Jesus invites us to build our lives on rock. Br. Sandeep Kumar, our regent represented the friars from St. John the Baptist Church, Vijayanagar. Click here for more

Anti Malaria Month in Hadagali
On August 24th 2012, Friday, Taluk health and family welfare department, Government of Karnataka, and Carmel Jyothi N.G.O, jointly organized the national anti-malaria month at the campus of Carmel Seva Sadan, Hoovinahadagalli. The program was organized to give information about different types of mosquitoes and the diseases caused by them. Dr. Basava Raj was the president of the program and delivered a lecture on the occasion. He mainly focused on malaria explaining how this sickness spreads, the various aspects of its diagnosis and finally how to control it. Fr. Rajesh D’Souza, director of Carmel Jyothi N.G.O., Dr. Chandrasekhar, and Dr. Rajesh from Sogi were the chief guests. Click here for more

Tailoring Certificate – Carmel Social Centre at Kushalnagar
Tailoring certificates to those who completed 6 months of tailoring training were distributed on 21st august, 2012, at our Carmel Social Centre in Kushalnagar. Fr. Rajesh D’Souza, the newly appointed director of Carmel Jyothi N.G.O. was the president of the program and distributed the certificates. He explained the works done by the N.G.O. and also explained that the N.G.O. works mainly to empower the women so that they too can support their family financially by undergoing such job oriented trainings.  Click here for more

Not So Young Priest Gather at Rajodi
The annual meeting and the get together of the Not So Young Priest of the Karnataka – Goa Province was held from 21st August to 23rd August 2012. The venue was Dhyanashram, Rajodi. It was very encouraging to see all the Not so Young Priests made it a point to attend the meet except those who have been registered for studies as well those who are abroad either for ministry or studies. The meeting began with a prayer song and the lightening of the lamp. During this time the local Superior Fr. Alexander Braganza extended a warm welcome to all the participants. Click here for more

EMMAUS’ - Course on Healing the Inner Child
Mapusa: Emmaus Counselling Centre of the Carmelite Fathers has organised 6 day non-residential course on Healing the Inner Child at Avila Jyothi,Carmelite Seminary Peddem Mapusa from 20th to 25thAugust,2012. “Let us grow in Christ who gives life in abundance. He is the only Counselor who can heal us” Said Rev. Fr. Simon Diniz,principal,Rosary College Navelim while delivering a key note address for the inaugural ceremony. “Techniques are good. We need to go through all the psychotherapies which will help us to know our own self and bring our ego down.” Dr. Diniz said further. Click here for more

The Discalced Carmelites of Karnataka Goa Province will inaugurate their first Foundation House in Canada on 11th September 2012
by by Most Reverend J. Michael Miller, CSB
in the presence of
Rev. Archibald R. Gonsalves OCD (Provincial Superior)
& Rev. Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD (Regional Superior - Canada);
along with Fr. John Alex Pinto; Fr. Jerald D’Souza; Fr. Mario Fernandes, Fr. Gabriel Dias, Fr. Ranjan D’sa, Fr. Jerome Mascarehnas, Fr. Boniface D’Souza; Fr. Vijay Martin, Fr. Stany Mascarehnas, Fr. Melwin Pinto and Fr. Alfredo Pereira; Carmelite friars working in Canada in different Parishes and Communities.
The Discalced Carmelites have been working in Canada since 2003.
Now they have realized their dream of having their own Formation House for new vocations.
This house is built on a 20 acre parcel of land with lush green landscape in Fraser Valley (British Columbia - Canada). All are invited to this inauguration ceremony.

Dual Celebrations at Hadagali
On August, 15, 2012, dual celebrations of the Assumption of our Heavenly Mother and the Independence Day of our Mother Land were celebrated with great solemnity. The solemn Eucharistic celebration was officiated by Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior of Karnataka – Goa Province. Frs. Sylvester Pereira and Rajesh D’ Souza concelebrated during the mass. Good number of faithful from the vicinity participated in the Eucharistic celebration. Click here for more

MAGNIFICAT at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
It was an awesome evening with praise and worship to Almighty God. And amazing to see so many young and old participating in the MAGNIFICAT in great number. Fr. Stephen Pereira celebrated the Holy Eucharist after which the BREAD OF LIFE from Bangalore led the faithful into praise and worship. Fr. Nelson Pinto shared the Word of God on Jesus the Bread of Life. Br. Don D’Souza animated the Adoration of Blessed Sacrament. Big thanks to BREAD OF LIFE for your wonderful singing and all those who worked behind the screen! See you on SEPT 16! Click here for more

Rev. Dr. Archibald Gonsalves Re-Elected as the President of KRCR
The 18th Annual assembly of KRCR was held at Sevalaya, Pastoral centre, Dharwad on 9th August 2012, This was attended by over 75 Major Superiors. The theme was "Evangelization through Ecumenism and Dialogue." The Key note address was delivered by Rev. Dr. Archibald Gonsalves. In his key note address, he emphasized the internal and external challenges for evangelization and our response to these challenges Bishop Peter Machado inaugurated the Assembly. Other themes like RTE and saffronization were also dealt. Fr. Rony Prabhu and Mr. A.S. Dasan were the resource persons of the assembly. Click here for more  |  Report

65th Independence Day celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine, M'lore
It is a day of double celebration for Catholics in India. India, our Motherland was freed from the clutches of the British and thus attained its political liberation. Blessed Virgin Mary after completing her life on earth was assumed into Heaven Body and soul. That’s the feast of the Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary which Catholics commemorate today whole over the world. Faithful in great number participated in both these celebration held at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore. After the Eucharist, all gathered to celebrate the 65th Independence Day of our Country with honour and devotion. Mrs. Gretta Rebello, Corporater, hoisted the Trirung.  Click here for more

Welcome to Rev. Fr. Alfredo Pereira to Carmelite Community in Canada
On 2nd August at 6.30 pm we warmly welcomed Rev. Fr. Alfredo Pereira to Carmelite Community at St. Edmund's Parish. Rev. Fr. Alfredo Pereira hails from Goa and is a Canadian Citizen now. He worked in Calgary Diocese and was promoted to Carmelite Way of life by Rev. Fr. John Alex Pinto. He will live with the Carmelites and will decide to join the Novitiate within a few months from now. We also celebrated 52nd Birthday of Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza on this occasion. Both these celebrations were deliciously enhanced by Fr. Jerry's mouthwatering dishes that made us enjoy the occasion thoroughly. Fr. Boniface D'Souza added flavour with his broad and non stop beautiful smiles. Click here for the photographs

Fr. Ivan D’ Souza wins the Prestigious “Divo Puraskar 2011” Award
The Karnataka Goa Province is extremely delighted to announce the good news of the “Divo Puraskar 2011” award. This year, the Prestigious ‘Divo Puraskar 2011’, a Rs. 50,000 Cash Award Goes to two Konkani eminent figures from Mumbai, Mrs. Betty Naz and Rev. Fr. Ivan D’Souza OCD, Mira Road, Mumbai. The award has been shared equally among the two. The cash award will be presented along with ‘Mann Potr’ and Memento. Rev. Fr. Ivan D’Souza OCD, (32) hails from Bondel, Mangalore. He joined the Carmelite Order in the year 1997, where he successfully completed his priestly studies in Goa, Mysore and Mangalore. He was ordained on 19th May 2009. Click here for more

Inauguration of New Tailoring Centre at Vinobanagar – Hadagali
As a self employment program, a new tailoring center was inaugurated at, Vinobanagar, Hadagali on July 26, 2012 by Carmel Jyothi NGO. This centre is precisely meant for women who do not have any type of occupation other than household task. Fr. Rajesh D’Souza, the director of Carmel Bhavan blessed and inaugurated the tailoring center. Mr. Jagadish. M, President of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike was the Chief Guest. Mr. Shivkumar press reporter, Mr. Basavana Gowda head of the village, Mr. Ramayya, member of the gram panchyat, Miss. Nirmala, tailoring teacher, and 25 men and women were present at the inauguration. Click here for more

New Book – “Contemplative Formation” Released
The Carmelites all over the world celebrated the feast of Prophet Elijah, the inspirer of the Order on the 20th of July 2012. On this festive day the Provincialate of Sadbhavana comes out with a good news in the person of Rev. Fr. Gregory D’ Souza, the intellectual and professor of the Province who comes out with an inspiring book named “Contemplative Formation”. The new book was released at Sadbhavana by Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior after which he appreciated the efforts of Fr. Gregory in bringing out the new book with new ideas and outlook on contemplative dimension of Christian and Carmelite life. Click here for more

Twin Celebrations at Kihonda, Tanzania
The 17th of July was a day of joy and celebration for the community at Kihonda as we gathered together along with our beloved shepherd of Morogoro Bishop Telesphore Mkude to thank God for the gift our Patroness as Mother of Carmel. The Solemn Eucharistic celebration presided over by the Bishop and con-celebrated by the religious priests of the neighbouring communities and attended by more than 350 people. Along with the feast we also had the opportunity to thank God for the Gift of our beloved Bishop as he was celebrating his 40th anniversary of his priestly ordination.  Click here for more

Agni Kunda - Anniversary of Local News Paper
News papers play a vital role in the life of people. It helps the people to have a greater understanding of the society in general. News papers should be the conscience of the people and the society. In this modern age due to TV, serials and cinemas the demand for the folk lore has been on the decreasing level. Therefore efforts have to be made to revive the folk lore so that we can promote the cultural values of the society. Keeping this in mind, the Carmel Jyothi NGO on the 24th of June 2012 took an initiative to promote and revive the folk lore.  Click here for more

Home Guards Training at Carmel Seva Sadan, Hadagali
Carmel Seva Sadan is known for its various innovative social activities. This time Carmel Seva Sadan campus was filled with the Home Guards. From July 3rd 2012 to July 7th 2012, Carmel Seva Sadan under the leadership of Fr. Rajesh D’ Souza, the Director, conducted a training programme for the home guards. The Programme was inaugurated by Fr. Prakash Tauro, Principal of Mount Carmel School. There were around 15 participants attended the training programme.  Click here for more

Mount Carmel Feast celebration at Carmel Bhavan, Hadagali
The Carmelite friars of Carmel Bhavan along with the Carmel Seva Sadan and Mount Carmel School celebrated the solemn feast of our Lady of Mount Carmel on the 16th of July 2012. It was an auspicious day and also a day to thank the patroness of the Order for the numerous blessings that she has bestowed through her son Jesus upon the school, social activities and the mission of Carmel Bhavan, Hadagali. The celebration commenced at 11-30am with the Eucharistic celebration presided over by Rev. Fr. Bhagavant Raj, the dean of Hospet deanery along with the fifteen concelebrants.  Click here for more

Installation of the new community
July 16, 2012 – On the Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel the Karnataka Goa Province rejoiced in the installation of another community in Bangalore, namely “Divya Sadan” at the Cloistered Carmel Annexe. The official installation was held at 7pm with the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Very Rev. Fr. Provincial, along with the Friars of the Bangalore region and the religious sisters from the vicinity. Fr. Provincial officially declared the new community “Divya Sadan” open under the patronage of St. Raphael Kalinowsky. Click here for more

MOUNT CARMEL FEAST IN CANADA
Mount Carmel Solemnity was celebrated in St. Edmund’s Church (North Vancouver) on 16th July at 7 pm. Fr. Jerald D’Souza with a challenging spirit singlehandedly organized the celebration giving meticulous attention to all the details. The altar was decorated with red roses and the Statue of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was awesomely adorned. Monsignor Smith delivered a wonderful homily on the importance and beauty of Mount Carmel Feast made some important references to the tradition and riches of Carmelite Prayer. Fr. Rudolf V. D’Souza, the Regional Superior along with Fr. Mario Fernandes and Fr. Boniface D’Souza and a few other priests from the North Vancouver Deanery solemnized the occasion. There were more than 400 people for the celebration. Fr. Jerald had invited the priests for a sumptuous dinner before the celebration at 5 pm. After the solemn concelebrated Mass scapulars were distributed to all the faithful and were invited for light refreshments in the parish School hall. Click here for the photographs

Mount Carmel Feast Celebration at Sadbhavana, Bangalore
As the Carmelites all over the world rejoiced in celebrating the solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the Carmelite friars of Sadbhavana too rejoiced in celebrating the solemn feast of our Lady of Mount Carmel along with the Carmelite family of Bangalore vicinity. On July 15, 2012 all the roads of the garden city were leading towards Sadbhavana and as a result the chapel and the quadrangle was jam packed with the devotees of our Lady. The Solemn celebration commenced at 10-30 a.m. presided over by Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior along with eleven concelebrants from Divya Sadan, Geddalahalli, Dharmaram, and Saccidananda.  Click here for more

Mount Carmel Feast at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
The Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel popularly known as the Feast of the Scapular was celebrated on 15th July, 2012 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore along with the faithful. There were three masses in the morning and the festal mass was at 5.30 pm presided over by Rev. Fr. Vincent Monteiro, Director of Mangalore Diocesan Pastoral Institute, Bajjody. Upholding the importance of the scapular devotion to the feast and in keeping with tradition, scapulars were distributed to the faithful after all the masses.  Click here for more

CARMELITES OF BANGALORE CONVERGE AT SADBHAVANA
The annual gathering of all Carmelite Congregations was held on Sunday 8th July, 2012. Sisters belonging to the CSST, AC, CM and CTC congregations and OCD Priests (Sadbhavana, Carmelaram, Divya Sadana and Geddalahalli) began arriving from 9.30 a.m. The inaugural function was presided over by Fr. Archibald Gonsalves. Representatives lighted the lamp and a bhajan was intoned, invoking God’s help. Fr. Jose Kumblolickal, MSFS, gave a simple but comprehensive journey of St. Teresa through three movements: 1) Liking to Loving 2) Love to Passion and 3) Passion to Mission. Fr. Emmanuel, OCD while thanking the speaker acknowledged that such a session from a non-Carmelite was a powerful invitation to the Carmelites to delve deeper into the teachings of our Holy Mother which are so relevant to our times, as shown by the resource person. Click here for more

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION OF FR. PROVINCIAL AND FELICITATION TO THE NEW EPISCOPAL VICAR - FR. PIUS JAMES D' SOUZA
Ryshivana became the venue of twin celebrations on 6th July, 2012, at the end of the Superiors’-Formators’ meeting held at the beginning of the academic year. Rev. Fr. Provincial who would be celebrating his birthday on 9th July, presided over the Solemn Eucharist at 6.45 p.m., flanked by Rev. Fr. Pius James D’Souza, the newly appointed Episcopal Vicar for Religious in the Diocese of Mangalore. Fr. Sunil Rodrigues preached an insightful homily on the call of St. Mathew: Every child born, is a message that God still loves us. Our life should be message to the world and we pray that it be inspiring. The liturgy was animated by Fr. Vinod Lobo, with symbolic gifts offered by the family members of Frs. Provincial and Pius. Click here for more

11th Carmelite Priest of the Year Ordained
In a solemn ordination ceremony Carmelite Deacon Reeevan Prajwal Cutinha, was ordained as priest by the Rt. Rev. Dr. Henry D’Souza, Bishop of Bellary at St. Sebastian Church, Bendur, Mangalore on 7th day of the 7th Month (7th July, 2012). Fr. Stephen Pereira OCD animated the liturgy. The ceremony that began with the solemn Mass and the ordination ritual culminated in a grand reception followed by lunch in the Parish Hall. Fr. Sunil compered the program and Fr. Prakash, Capuchin raised the toast. Fr. Reevan, son of Richard Josepha and Maria Cutinha, hails from Bajjodi, Bendur parish. He is the third among the four children. Fr. Reevan after completing his studies here in India went to Tanzania as a missionary and completed his theological studies. Now he will continue to spread God’s kingdom in Tanzania where Carmelites are working since 30 years. Click here for more

Yovel/ Jubilaeus/Silver Jubilee
"This year is sacred—it is a time of freedom and of celebration when everyone will receive back their original property, and slaves will return home to their families”—Leviticus 25:10
Celebrating 25 years of Religious life is a memorable milestone in the lives of Frs. Clifford D’ Souza and Alfred Menezes. The Silver Jubilee celebration was held on July 3, 2012 to mark their 25th anniversary of the religious profession. This Jubilee is a time to remind them of the benefits which God has done, at home, in institutions, and on the inhabitants of all parts of the Carmelite world. It was a moving occasion, a joyous one, drawing all closer together. Click here for more

SILVER JUBILEE OF FR. RUDY WITH WEST VANCOUVER DEANERY - 25TH JUNE 2012
On 25th June at 6 PM Fr. Rudy invited all the West Vancouver Deanery Priests for a Lobster Dinner at Guardian Angels Millennium Hall to celebrate his Silver Jubilee of Ordination to Priesthood. 16 priests were present; among them were Mosignor Jensen, Monsignor Mark Hagemon. The dinner was catered. The dinner arrangements were made by the Parish Secretary and other volunteers of the parish. click here for the photographs

3RD ANNUAL MEETING : WESTERN CANADA OCDS
On June 29, 2012 the Feast of Peter and Paul Apostles, Fr. Jerald D’Souza OCD, the Provincial Delegate together with the Secretariat presided over the 3rd annual meeting with the presidents and directors of formation of Western Canada OCDS communities. The six communities were well represented with members from Vernon, Calgary and Edmonton travelling mainly by air to attend the event, a clear indication of their commitment to the Order.  Click here for more

SO LONG, FAREWELL FR. JEROME MASCARENHAS!
There were mixed emotions of sadness and joy among the people as they arrived in the gym of St. Edmund’s Parish, North Vancouver, on Saturday, June 23, 2012. Fr. Jerome Mascarenhas, who served the parish as Assistant Pastor for almost three years, was leaving to begin his new appointment on June 27 as Pastor at St. Aloysius Parish in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. This was Fr. Jerome’s first assignment when he from India to join the OCD friars in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. About 185 parishioners and guests gathered for a grand farewell celebration in his honour.  Click here for more

LECTIO BREVIS – PUSHPASHRAMA
The Pushpashrama College of Philosophy and Religion officially inaugurated its academic year 2012-13 on July 2, 2012 with a prayer song and the lighting of the lamp. Rev. Fr. Paul, Rector of Prabodhana, Mysore was the president for the inaugural function along with Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior of Karnataka-Goa Province. The president while addressing the students and the staff stressed the need to learn philosophy with a critical mind which will facilitate the students to grasp the theological subjects.  Click here for more

Silver Jubilee of Religious Life - Fr. Shabas Crasta
The Vicariate of Tanzanian friars had a reason to rejoice and celebrate as Rev. Fr. Shabas Crasta completed twenty five years in the garden of Carmel as a Religious. To mark this auspicious event, the friars gathered together at Kihonda on the 29th of June 2012 to celebrate the silver jubilee of the Religious Profession of Fr. Shabas Crasta. The Solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over by the Jubilarian along with other concelebrants.  Click here for more

A good gesture by the Shrine!
We are happy to announce that the Infant Jesus Shrine in collaboration with Diocese of Mangalore to the mark the Post-centenary Jubilee celebration of Diocese donated a house to a poor family of St. Francis Xavier Parish, Sampaje. The newly built house is a kilometer away from the parish and is donated to Felix and Lucy Crasta who have three children studying in the elementary school. Click here for more

Rev. Fr. Pius James D' Souza : Episcopal Vicar for Religious
We are happy to announce that Rev. Fr. Pius James D' Souza, the Superior of our community at St. Joseph's Monastery, Carmel Hill, Mangalore has been appointed as the Episcopal Vicar for Religious by Most Rev. Aloysius Paul D' Souza, the Bishop of Mangalore. He has taken the charge of this office on 24th June, 2012. This appointment shows the esteem and trust of the Bishop in the person of Fr. Pius. We also deem it an honour bestowed on the entire Province and especially to our presence in the Diocese of Mangalore.

Congratulations and best wishes to the New Episcopal Vicar from all the Fathers, Brothers and Sisters of the Karnataka Goa Province. We assure him our prayers, so that he may guide and co-ordinate the activities of the religious in the Diocese of Mangalore with courage, new vision and wisdom.

SOLEMN PROFESSIONS: take my life O Lord!
The Karnataka Goa Province rejoices with eleven brothers who made their final commitment in the Order. Bros. Nitesh Rodrigues, Cannio Cardozo, Kaushik Parmar and Daniel Christain made their Solemn Profession on the 27th of May 2012 at Mira Road, Mumbai. Most Rev. Agnelo Gracias, the Auxiliary Bishop of Bombay, who is also the Rector of Goregaon Seminary was gracious enough to be present and offer the Eucharist. Click here for more

IPCI: The call of Ranchi!
The General Assembly comprising the Carmelite Provincials of India, along with a councilor and superiors of all other regions/units, according to the revised statutes of the IPCI was held for the first time in Ranchi from 4-5 June, 2012. The meet was officially declared open by the lighting of the lamp by Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, the IPCI President. It gave the leaders of Carmel in India, a glimpse of our missionary presence in North India. For many it was the first visit to Jharkhand. Click here for more

INITIATION COURSE AT MAPUSA: They have begun their journey!
The Vocation Promoters from the province accompanied the young aspirants who have decided to join us, to Avila Jyothi. The formal inauguration of the academic year 2012-2013 was held Sunday, 10th June 2012, the Solemnity of the Holy Body and Blood of Christ.. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves presided over the Eucharist with the people at 8.15 a.m. He welcomed the young boys to Carmel and appealed to the people to accompany them with their prayers during the year they would be making Mapusa, their home! After the Communion Prayer, the aspirants were introduced to the congregation and received the community prayer book from the Provincial, as their director, Fr. Ajith Rodrigues called out their names. Click here for more

Solemn Profession at Mira Road
May 27th 2012: The entire Province as well as Anubhav and St. Joseph Parish community rejoiced on the occasion of the Solemn Profession of four of our Brothers, Bros. Nitesh Rodrigues, Kaushik Parmar, Daniel Christian, Cannio Cardozo. The Eucharistic Celebration was presided over by Bishop Agnelo Gracious together with the Karnataka Goa Provincial Fr. Archibald Gonsalves at 5p.m. More than 15 priests concelebrated in the Eucharist. Bishop in his homily explained the meaning of profession as well as well as deeper meaning of three Evangelical vows.  Click here for more

DHYANAVANA PUBLICATIONS (DP) Statutes – 2011
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POSTULANCY AT MARGAO: marching towards the novitiate!
The friars at Margao monastery gathered in the Choir for a community Mass at 11.30 a.m. to mark the beginning of the Postulancy course on 11th June, 2012. This year we have 11 postulants who will prepare themselves under the guidance of their director Fr. Sunil Rodrigues. That same evening the pre-philosophy students who had a month’s labour camp in Xellim were addressed by the Provincial before they proceeded to Mysore for Philosophical studies. Click here for more

THE CARMELITES OF INDIA UNITE!
Ryshivana, the Institute of Indian Christian Spirituality, at Ranipura, was the venue of the meet of Carmelites Priests from Indian ordained 10-15 years ago FROM 21-25 May, 2012. The IPCI (Inter-provincial conference of India), led from the front by Fr. Archibald Gonsalves (President) has decided to bring all Priests and Non-clerical Brothers of all the Indian Provinces together in batches, before the V Birth Centenary of St. Teresa of Avila. Click here for more

New Office of Naman Ballok Jesu Monthly Inaugurated
The newly set office of Naman Ballok Jesu, Konkani monthly published by the Infant Jesus Shrine was inaugurated on 14th June by Mrs. Mavis Rodrigues, benefactress of the Magazine. Fr. Provincial blessing the new office wished all success in the years to come. Fr. George Santhumayor, visionary and the founder publisher of the magazine breaking the Word of God recalled the initial stages of the Magazine. Click here for more

3 New Carmelite Deacons
Another reason to rejoice. Three of our Brothers received the Order of Diaconate at the hands of Rt. Rev. Dr. Aloysius P. D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore on the eve of the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (June 14th). More than two hours long religious ceremony was held at St. Joseph's Regional Seminary Jeppu, Mangalore. Newly ordained Deacons are: Brs. Jayson Saldanha, Richard Menezes and Prakash D’Cunha. Click here for more

WORLD CHILD LABOUR ERADICATION DAY
Carmel Jyothi Charitable Trust is known for its social welfare activities. Now it has started a new “Child Laborer’s Residential School” in the campus of Carmel Seva Sadan. At present there are 34 children. These children are from different villages surrounding Hadagali Taluk. All of them are either school dropouts or child laborers who did not see the face and image of the school. All of them are given basic necessities of life such as shelter, food, clothing, education and above all the love of Christ. Click here for more

Servant of God. Card. Van Tuan
On 8th June, 2012, the mortal remains of the servant of God, Cardinal François-Xavier Nguyên Van Thuân was transferred from Verano (Roma) cemetery and laid to rest under one of the altars of our Church in Santa Maria della Scala which was cardinal Van Thuân’s titular church.The simple and meaningful ceremony was presided over by Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson, President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace. Present were 5 prominent Cardinals, bishops, priests, religious and laity from Vietnam including one of the sisters of the Cardinal Van Thuân. Click here for more

Yet another NEW Carmelite Missionary Priest ordained
Dn. Praveen Frank Ordained
Rev. Dr Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore ordained Deacon Praveen Frank was on 8th June at his hometown Modancap Parish. A small yet meaningful felicitation program was held after the ceremony. Fr. Elias Frank welcomed the gathering. Carmelite Brothers and Modankap parish choir sang the felicitation song. Fr. Wilfred Rodrigues compeered the programme. Click here for more

Cemetery Inauguration, Our Lady Of Fatima Chapel, Shellim
The inauguration and blessing of the new cemetery of Our Lady of Fatima Chapel was held on Tuesday 15 May 2012 at 5 PM, The cemetery was blessed by Msgr. Jose Remedios Fernandes Vicar General of Goa. Fr John Lobo, Chaplin of Our Lady of Fatima Chapel Shellim, Fr Alloysius Gonsalves, Parish Priest of St Sebastian Church Loliem, Confraria members, other priests, guests and the faithful of Shellim-Loliem were present and witnessed the celebration. Click here for more

Carmel Music Academy Valedictory Function
Certificates were distributed to the students who took part in the Summer Camp organized by Carmel Music Academy at Infant Jesus Shrine. 15 days long camp was started on 1st May. Children were taught musical instruments like Piano, Guitar, Key-board etc. The Valedictory function was held on 15th May during which children exhibited their skill learnt in 15 days. It was an amazing performance by the budding stars. Rev. Fr. Peter D’Sa distributed the certificates. Click here for more

The Vicariate celebrates the jubilees of Frs. Provincial and Gregory D’Souza
Friars from various communities of the Regional Vicariate in Tanzania gathered at Kihonda, Morogoro on 30th April, 2012 to felicitate Frs. Provincial and Gregory D’Souza on their 30th and 50th year of religious life, respectively. It was a pleasant surprise for the Jubilarians, since they were unaware that this get-together was organized for them. Fr. Marlon Rodrigues welcomed all the guests and the students put up a short programme. The Postulants enacted a prayer led by an old monk from the cave of St. Elijah. The brothers from Kola Hill came next with a message-oriented skit depicting the stages in the life of a Carmelite as religious and priest and concluding with a wishing song specially composed for the occasion. Click here for more

BLESSING AND INAUGURATION OF THE PARISH CHURCH
ST. PETER CLAVER, MBEZI LOUIS, DAR ES SALAAM
29th of May, 2012 was a day that the Carmelites in Tanzania and the parishioners of St. Peter Claver parish, Mbezi Louis, Dar Es Salaam will remember with a vivid memory for years to come. It was the culmination of a long journey of constructing a magnificent edifice where the ‘Lord God of Hosts’ would be adored and glorified. The imposing structure of the new Church is a tall testimony of the vibrant faith of the local community. They all toiled as one family under the dynamic leadership of Fr. Vivian Menezes (Baba Parroko) and his assistants. The Cardinal of the Archdiocese of Dar Es Salaam, His Eminence Polycarp Pengo, arrived early in the morning so that he could spend some time with the Carmelite Fathers gathered for the occasion. People from near and far kept pouring into the compound and would have numbered around 3,000. Click here for more

SILVER JUBILEE OF FR. RUDOLF AT GUARDIAN ANGELS CHURCH
Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD celebrated his Silver Jubilee of Ordination on 28th April at Guardian Angels Church Millennium Hall. The celebration was organized by Fr. Boniface D'Souza and Rizalina Geronimo the Secretary. The special feature of this celebration was a special skit played by the Secular Carmelites and a digital Cartoon works that produced cartoons of every one present during celebration in honour of Fr. Rudy. Mr. Barth Shaha read out a wonderful profile of Fr. Rudolf who renovated the Church with Stained Glasses and other works in and around the Church especially organizing the locally known sandwich program to homeless and poor in the neighborhood. Mr. Josef read out a memo of appreciation on the part of the parishioners. Mr. Terry wished Fr. Rudolf on the part of the Knights of Columbus. A grand dinner was served to all the present with the cake cutting and wishing. Fr. Boniface, Fr. John Alex Pinto and Fr. Vijay and Fr. Mario sang non stop Konkani songs wishing Fr. Rudy. click here for the photographs

3 more ordained at Ujire
St. Anthony’s parish, Ujire wore a festive look, as three Deacons hailing from the village were raised to the Sacred Order of Priesthood on 21st April, 2012. Two of them, namely Deacons Anil Prashant Lobo and Pradeep Pinto belong to the Discalced Carmelite Order and Deacon Santosh Naveen D’Souza is a member of the Order of Capuchins. We should recall that Fr. Pradeep’s younger brother, Br. Vinod Pinto had also joined the Carmelites, but was called by the Lord when he was in the novitiate. Click here for more

Five more NEW Priests to the Order
Five Deacons belonging to the Carmelite Order were ordained priests. His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore conferred the Holy Order of Priesthood on Deacons Arun Sunil Lobo, Anil Veigas, Denzil Veigas, Rajesh D’Souza and Vijay D’Costa on 19th April, 2010 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore. About 60 priests concelebrated at the Eucharist and a good number of faithful took part in the Liturgy with devotion and rapture. Click here for more

New Goan Carmelite Priest Ordained
The members of the Karnataka-Goa Province of Discalced Carmelites converged at Holy Rosary Parish Church, Navelim Goa for the Sacerdotal Ordination of Deacon Ivo Dias on 19th April, 2012. The Solemn Eucharist celebration began at 10 a.m. during which Most Rev. Raul Gonsalves, Archbishop-Patriarch Emeritus of Goa and Daman conferred the Sacred Order of Priesthood. Rev. Fr. Ivo Dias is the fourth Carmelite Priest from the parish, after Frs. Gabriel Dias, Joe Cardozo and Mario Fernandes. Click here for more

First Carmelite from LONDA Ordained
It is a day which has to be inscribed in the golden letters of the Diocese of Belgaum. The first ever Carmelite was raised to the Sacred Order of Priesthood by His Excellency Rt. Rev. Dr. Peter Machado, Bishop of Belgaum on 18th April, 2012 at Holy Family Church, Londa. There were around 40 Carmelite as well as Diocesan Clergy to witness the Sacerdotal Consecration. Bishop in his Homily invited the priests to be simple and humble after the heart of Jesus. He congratulated the parents of the new Ordinandi for sacrificing two of their sons to the service of the Church. At the same time he had a word of appreciation for the Carmelites for the yeomen service in the Diocese. Click here for more

Divine Mercy @ Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
The Feast of Divine Mercy was celebrated with devotion and gusto at Infant Jesus Shrine Mangalore on 15th April, 2012. The festal Eucharistic celebration which was held at 5 pm was preceded by an hour long Eucharistic Adoration and recitation of Divine Mercy Rosary. Faithful who had gathered in great number received the Sacrament of Confession and there by experienced the unbounded mercy of God.  Click here for more

The Solemn Inauguration of the New School Building – Hoovina Hadagali
The solemn inauguration of Mount Carmel School, Hoovina Hadagali, Bellary District, was held on 13th April 2012 at 5-30pm in the presence of his Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Henry D’ Souza, Bishop of Bellary, who blessed the new building. The new ediface was inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior of the Karnataka Goa Province and the President of Carmel Jnana Trust. The main entrance leading to the school was inaugurated by Mr. Nandihalli Halappa, Ex MLA Hoovina Hadagali and the flag mast was inaugurated by Mrs. U. Renukamma, the Mayor of Huvinahadagali.  Click here for more

ABHAY – SOURCE OF EMPOWERMENT LAUNCHING CEREMONY
ABHAY – SOURCE OF EMPOWERMENT, an association of bureaucrats, professionals and other people of good will, was officially launched at an impressive ceremony organized at St. Joseph’s Boys High School Auditorium, Museum Road, Bangalore on 15th April, 2012. This day can be marked in the annals of Bangalore as another step forward toward a just, peaceful and united society. Click here for more

Easter Fellowship at Maria Della Scala
Just as the disciples of Jesus who were scattered after the death of our Lord were united after the resurrection of our Lord so too Tuesday of the Easter Octave was a special occasion for 16 of the Carmelites of our Province spread over different parts of Italy to express their fraternity at the Maria Della Scala, Rome. The solemn Holy Eucharist presided over by Fr. Lawrence D’Mello marked the beginning of the celebrations. Fr. Oswald Crasta deputy superior of the community accorded a warm and cordial welcome.  Click here for more

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER CELEBRATIONS AT GUARDIAN ANGELS CHURCH
Guardian Angels Church celebrated the Holy Week ceremonies with great enthusiasm. People gathered to participate in great numbers. On this occasion the Church was illuminated with new lights and decorated appropriately with a New Chapel of Adoration for Holy Thursday and the Image of the Resurrected Jesus with two Angels was mounted infront of the mural of the Church. The highlight of this years Easter was the blessing of the New Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in the Church Campus facing Broughton Street. People gathered to pray and were inspired to hold this Grotto as a monumental change in the Church Campus. Wish you all a very HAPPY AND PEACE FILLED EASTER. click here for the photographs

FIRST CONGRESS – WESTERN CANADA OCDS And SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF FR. RUDOLF D’SOUZA OCD
On March 24, 2012 St. Edmunds’s Church, North Vancouver, B.C. was filled with excitement and anticipation. History was about to be created! The First Congress of Western Canada OCDS was to take place on this auspicious day. It was an occasion also to congratulate Fr. Rudolf D’Souza OCD, Pastor of Guardian Angels Parish, on his Silver Jubilee which was celebrated with a grand function in India on February 24, the day of his ordination. Participating in the event were OCDS Community members of Western Canada with family, parishioners and guests who attended to learn more about the Discalced Carmelite Secular Order.   Click here for more

Mahila Dinacharane & Inauguration of Mahila Sangha, Kushalnagar
21st of March 2012 was a great day for the small Tapovana community that has been silently forming our novices into future Carmelites, as it spread out its wings to nurture another ministry for the people of the vicinity. On that day 3 Mahila Sangha's were inaugurated. The Director Fr. Joseph Pinto (Carmel Samaja Seva Kendra) welcomed the gathering. Click here for more

Golden Years in the Garden of Carmel
The Golden Jubilee of the Religious Profession of Rev. Dr. Gregory D'Souza OCD was celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine on 19th March, 2012. The celebration began with the Eucharistic celebration during which Fr. Nelson Pinto broke the Word of God throwing light on St. Joseph. Later a short yet meaningful felicitation program was held at the Monastery grounds with a prayer song sung in Spanish, a momentous toast raised by Fr. Patrick Lobo, a wishing song by the Brothers as well by the Secular Carmelites. Click here for more

RIP
We are sorry to let you know that Rev. Fr. Camilo Maccise, the previous Superior General (1991-2003) of our Order, breathed his last on the 16th March, Friday at 00-23, Mexican Time. He was suffering from cancer. The funeral mass will be celebrated on 16th March, Friday at 13-00 and on 17th March, Saturday at 16-00 at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Carmen "Sabatina" (in the city of Mexico). After the cremation of his body the ashes will be deposited in the Church of Our Lady of Carmel at Toluca, his birth place. Let us pray that the Lord who had called him to the Order of Carmel, may grant him eternal rest in His Heavenly Abode. Click here for more

CMI GENERAL VISITS SADBHAVANA
On the 2nd of March 2012, Rev. Fr. Jose Panthaplamthottiyil paid a short visit to our Provincial House, Sadbhavana, Bangalore. He is the Coordinator General of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI) for USA and Canada. He was accompanied by Fr. Sebastian Payapally, who is the professor of Canon Law and the director of P.G. Block students at Dharmaram, Bangalore. Fr. Provincial welcomed both the distinguished guests and introduced the community members to them. Thereafter they joined us for the noon lunch. Click here for more

A New Master to K.G. Province
The Karnataka Goa Province for the past many years has produced good number of Doctors and Masters. In this regard we have a reason to rejoice and celebrate because one more member has joined this particular group in the person Fr. Joachim Rodrigues who was pursuing his Masters degree in Spiritual Theology at the Indian Institute of Spirituality, Bangalore. After having burnt the midnight oil for the past two years, on the 1st of March 2012, he defended his thesis on the theme “Wholeness of Human Life: A Study of Interior Castle” based on the writings of St. Teresa of Avila with distinction. Click here for more

CARMELITE MISSION IN SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa occupies the southern tip of Africa, its long coastline stretching more than 2500km from the desert border with Namibia on the Atlantic coast, southwards around the tip of Africa, then north to the border with subtropical Mozambique on the Indian Ocean. Click here for more

Eye Camp at Holy Family Church, Gorva, Vadodara
“He has sent me to recover sight to the blind”
For the first time in the history of the Holy Family Church, a free eye camp was organized and it was a great success. On the 25th and 26th of February 2012 all the roads were leading towards the Holy Family Church, Gorva. Dr. Lawrence and Mayo Optical willingly accepted the invitation of the Carmelite Fathers to organize two days eye camp in the vicinity of the Church. All the people irrespective of caste, creed and religion flocked to the place and benefited from the camp.  Click here for more

New Book (Tacha Metani) RELEASED
‘Tacha Metani’ (In HIS Footsteps) was released on 24th Feb, 2012 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore. ‘Tacha Metani’ is a collection of reflections on the Way of Cross which is dear devotion to all the Christians during the Lenten Season. The book is a collective effort of the Carmelites and contains four sets of reflections penned by Fr. Deepak Tauro OCD, Jo. Ci. Siddakatte (Br. Joseph Cyril D’Souza OCD), Br. Sunil Fernandes OCD and edited by Fr. Stephen Pereira. The book is available in all religious stalls in Mangalore. Congrats to the writers and to the Editor. Click here for more

‘Seminary Day ’12' Held at The Carmelite Seminary, Mapusa
The Carmelite Seminary, Mapusa organized ‘Seminary Day,12’ in their premises. Rev. Fr. Joaquim Loiola Pereira, Secretary, Archbishop Patriarch of Goa and Daman was the Chief guest of the day. Fr. Pereira speaking on the occasion appreciated the budding Carmelites for their performance. “ Carmelite Spirituality deepens the Christian spirituality” he said further and appealed the gathering to deepen their friendship with Jesus. Click here for more

New Doctor to our Province - Fr. Praveen Henry D' Souza
The Karnataka Goa Province rejoices with another young Doctor Fr. Praveen Henry D’ Souza who successfully completed his Doctorate in Counseling Psychology at De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines. The theme of his thesis was “Experiences of Spiritual Struggles among the religious seminarians”. Click here for more

Rev. Fr. Rudolf V. D' Souza turns Silver
The Silver Jubilee celebrations of Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD at Sacred Heart Church Madanthyar were attended by 34 priests mainly from Karnataka Goa province of the Carmelites. It was a grand celebration attended by more than 1300 people gathered at the Church grounds. The celebration began with the Holy Eucharistic celebration preceded by the traditional band from Ujire Parish. Rev. Fr. Pius James preached a homily that stressed the importance of priesthood as participation in the life of Christ that was sacrificed for others. Click here for more

Ash Wednesday at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Season of Lent. It is a season of penance, reflection, and fasting which prepares us for Christ's Resurrection on Easter Sunday, through which we attain redemption. Following the example of the Ninevites, who did penance in sackcloth and ashes, our foreheads are marked with ashes to humble our hearts and reminds us that life passes away on Earth. We remember this when we are told "Remember, Man is dust, and unto dust you shall return." Click here for more

Fr. Jerome Mascarenhas celebrates his 40th Birthday!
The OCDS members of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Study Group, North Vancouver, British Columbia had a reason to celebrate and rejoice! Fr. Jerome Mascarenhas, their Spiritual Assistant, and Assistant Pastor of St. Edmund’s, reached his 40th Birthday on February 13, 2012. Much loved and appreciated by his parishioners and the North Vancouver OCDS members, this event was marked by two birthday celebrations. On Monday, February 13, 2012, around 100 parishioners and friends participated in a solemn Mass of Thanksgiving. Fr. Jerald D’Souza, Pastor at St. Edmund’s Parish, expressed his best wishes and thanked Fr. Jerome for his service to the parish. “We complement each other.! He fulfills what is lacking in me!” said Fr. D’Souza. After the Mass, every one was invited to enjoy in a delightful variety of refreshments. Click here for more

The Magnificat, 3 Hour Long Praise and worship was held at Infant Jesus Shrine on 19th Feb from 5 to 8pm for which faithful irrespective of their age gathered in large number. Fr. Michael Payyapilly VC from Potta celebrated the Eucharist and Broke the Word of God. Addressing the devotees he said, "Turn every situation, however worst is it, into a prayer." He quoted the examples from the Scripture where Jesus looking at Jerusalem’s pathetic situation turned to prayer. In the garden of Gethsemane, meditating on the passion and death that he would face, he knelt to pray. Click here for more

Inauguration of the Courses at the Social Welfare Centre - Tapovana
February 1, 2012 was a memorable in the history of Tapovana Social welfare Centre. It was a long awaited day to the community of Tapovana. On this auspicious day the dream of the Province and the Tapovana community has come to realization with the inauguration of multiple courses in the social centre. Fr. Joseph Pinto (Director) has moved heaven and earth to realize this particular dream. Click here for more

The young priests of Karnataka – Goa Province met together for their annual get-together (on-going formation programme) from Monday 6th to 11th Feb, 2012 at Hoovinahadagali, Bellary. All the young priests were present with the exception of Frs. Alvito Fernandes and Roshan D’Souza. The meeting was inaugurated on Monday, 6th Feb 2012, with lighting the lamp by Fr. Sylvester Pereira (Superior). Click here for more

The OCD Congress for Africa
The OCD Congress for Africa was held at Nairobi from 6-10 February 2012. This congress was attended by Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, the Provincial, Fr. Marlon Rodrigues, the Vicar of Tanzania and Fr. Vivian Menezes, the Councillor of the Vicariate. Fr. General inaugurated the Congress on 6th Morning which was followed by input sessions and group discussions. There were altogether two conferences of Carmelite missionaries working in Africa, namely the Anglofon and the Francofon. Click here for more

Emmaus’ Seminar stressed on the need of treating a student in a individual manner
“Every child is unique and there is a need to treat a student in a individual manner.” Said Dr. Peter Castelino, Mapusa based Psychiatrist and a counselor. Dr. Castelino was delivering a key note address for the one day seminar for the teachers organized by EMMAUS,a counselling centre of the Carmelite Fathers at Feira Alta,Mapusa. Most of us look at the other with our own frame of mind and our own expectation which is abstacle to identify the problems of children. We need to develop a strategy and know the strategy that we have developed in handling our students.” He said further. He appealed to the teachers participants to be good indentifiers , good counselors and be empathetic to sort out problems in students. Click here for more

Br. Jo Cy Siddakatte Bags Kittall's 'Yuva Puroskaar'
Carmelite Brother Joseph Cyril D'Souza popularly known as Jo Cy Siddakatte has been chosen for Kittall Yuva Puroskaar 2012. This Puroskar is awarded to young, promising Konkani writers by Mangalore-based Kittall Konkani Website, edited and published by H M Pernal. Says H M, "This is a not just another award. It is a recognition and token of appreciation of the winner's contribution to Konkani. Almost all say in their speeches that youngsters should be encouraged. But seldom we recognize and focus on them." Click here for more

Infant Jesus feast at Sadbhavana, Bangalore
The solemn feast of the Infant Jesus was celebrated at Sadbhavana, Bangalore on the 26th of January 2012 at 5-30pm with great devotion. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, the Provincial Superior presided over the festal celebration along with thirteen other Carmelite priests from Bangalore region. Fr. Provincial in his homily on the theme: “Glowing with faith, lamps of Christ” spoke about the different phases of faith and how an individual in his or her life can strengthen the faith through the grace of Jesus. He said, through our devotion to Infant Jesus one can grow in Christian faith. Our faith should not be a shallow instead it should be fresh and an inspiration to others to come closer to Christ. Click here for more

Solemn Profession of Sr. Mary Agnes at Kankanaday, Mangalore Carmel
The solemn profession of Sr Mary Agnes of the Eucharist (Elizebeth Queenie Andrade) was witnessed by many people at the Sacred Heart monastery, Cloistered Carmel, Kankanady here on 21st Jan, 2012. The Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Bishop of Mangalore, Dr Aloysius Paul D’Souza, together with the Carmelite Provincial. Fr Pius James, Fr Walter, Fr Henry Sequeira, Fr J B D’Souza and other priests took part in the celebration. The homily was preached by the Provincial, Fr Archibald Gonsalves. Click here for more

The annual feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated at Koteshwar - Kundapur here on Thursday January 19 with great devotion and zeal. Rev. Fr. Maxim Noronha, the Financial Administrator of the Diocese of Mangalore presided over the solemn festal Eucharistic Celebration at 5 pm along with 30 priests. Fr. Noronha in his homily on the theme: ‘Let us be witnesses of faith’, invited the devotees to give expression to their faith in daily activities. Click here for more

Annual Feast of Infant Jesus celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
The Annual Feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated on January 14th, 2012 with great solemnity and fervor at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, Mangalore. The Solemn Eucharistic Celebration was at 6 pm presided over by Most Rev. Dr. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, the Bishop of Mangalore. 44 priests concelebrated along with him. There were at-least 15,000 people for the evening mass alone. Click here for more

INFANT JESUS DEVOTION AT CARMEL HILL - PRESS NOTE
As we are celebrating the Novenas leading to the great Feast of Infant Jesus, here is a look into the development of this sacred devotion. In Mangalore, the devotion to Infant Jesus began about 150 years ago, but took definite shape about 60 years back. In the year 1947 the Discalced Carmelites (OCD Fathers) decided on founding a house of monastic observance in Mangalore. After exploring the city they found today’s popular Carmel Hill. A chapel was built there and they started the Novena prayer to Infant Jesus. Click here for more

Blood Donation Camp at Infant Jesus Shrine
In view of the Annual Feast of Infant Jesus (to be celebrated on Jan 14), Carmelites at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, organized a Blood Donation Camp on Jan. 12th, 2012 in collaboration with Fr. Muller’s Charitable Institutions. The camp commenced at 9 am and closed at 1 pm. The response of the people was unexpectedly good. There were many in waiting in line to donate blood from the morning itself. By noon, more 100 people came forward to donate blood and about 80 units of blood were already collected. We thank the Lord for the generosity of these people by which so many lives can be saved. A word of thanks to the medical staff too, for their untiring commitment. May Infant Jesus bless them all abundantly. Click here for more

FEAST OF INFANT JESUS AT PUSHPASHRAMA
The annual feast of the Infant Jesus was held on a grand scale at Pushpashrama on Sunday 8th January 2012. The festive mass was celebrated in different languages, like – Malayalam 7a.m, English 8a.m, Konkani 9a.m, Tamil 10a.m, and Kannada mass especially for the sick and their healing at 11.30a.m. Around 15,000 devotees visited the shrine during the novenas and on the feast day. Fr Joseph Abraham and Fr. Wilfred frank conducted the healing prayer service for the sick at 12.30p.m. It was followed by annasantharpane-mass feeding at 1p.m. Click here for more

“Family that Prays together shares and stays together”
This is what we experienced in our tiny parish on the Feast of our Patron. January 8, 2012 is a remarkable day in the history of our church. The feast of Holy Family though it was scheduled on 30th December 2011, we the parishioners celebrated it on 8th of January 2012. The Solemn mass with melodious Choir, the entrance dance, penitential rite with an enactment and the offertory procession with various gifts was the highlights of the festal celebration.  Click here for more

THE LAST JOURNEY OF FR. FULGENCIO FERNANDES, OCD
As the world celebrated the birth of the Divine Savior, Fr. Fulgencio Fernandes silently and peacefully moved on to his Heavenly Abode. The aspirants from our Carmelite Seminary in Mapusa, who considered him their ‘grandpa’ has just recited the rosary in his cell (as they had been doing for a couple of weeks) after which he slept in the Lord at around 8.30 p.m. The community celebrated a requiem mass in the Monastery Chapel before shifting his mortal remains to the morgue in Goa Medical College, Bambolim. The friars from most of the communities within the Province, the aspirants from Mapusa and a few lay people gathered at the entrance of the Carmelite Church in Margao on 27th December, 2011 at 2.30 p.m. to receive body of Fr. Fulgencio. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, lead the rosary which was followed by the Divine Office for the dead. The prayers concluded with the singing of ‘Libera me’ in Latin.
Adeus Fr. Fulgencio…..you have left your footprints on the sands of time!         Click here for more

Confraternità dei Carmelitani

“It is the spirit of brotherhood in the cheer of Christmas that makes it so glorious. Brotherliness is but the manifestation of the spirit of Christ.”

What better occasion can we have than Christmas to manifest our brotherhood as God through the Incarnation of his only Begotten Son established a renewed fellowship with the humanity. On December 27, on the occasion of the Feast of John the Evangelist, popularly known as the Disciple of Love, when our Province represented at Margao to bid final adieu to late Fr. Fulgence Fernandes, the friars serving or studying in Italy also assembled at S. Maria, Empoli.  Click here for more

IN MEMORIAM
Late Fr. Fulgence Fernandes of Jesus ocd
A Marching Friar that finally stopped!
Fr. Fulgence Fernandes of Jesus ocd, the senior-most friar in our Province has walked over into the eternity. This ‘irresistible walker’ of Carmel has hanged his shoes definitively on 25th of December 2011 at 8.30 pm. He joyfully walked 96 years of his life and we expected him to complete a century in 2017. But he gracefully surrendered his life to his maker on the very day his peripatetic teacher Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem.
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Death Notice :
We are sorry to let you know that Rev. Fr. Fulgence Fernandes OCD, Aged 95, conventual at Avila Jyothi, Carmelite Seminary, Mapusa, Goa breathed his last on 25th December 2011 at 8-30pm. For the past one year he was critically ill and had strokes on both the sides which made him paralysed.

Fr. Fulgence hails from Benaulim, Goa. He joined the Order of Carmel in 1953 and made his first profession in Podanur on 17th May 1955 and made Solemn Profession in Manjumel, Kerala on 17th May 1958. He pursued his Philosophical and Theological Studies at the Seminary of Rachol, Goa after which he was ordained on 26th october 1944 as a secular priest. Later he joined the Carmelite Order in 1953.

After having joined the order, he served the communities of Podanur, Manjumel, Kuwait, Margao and Mapusa. He is known for his simplicity and dedicated service in the garden of Carmel. May the Lord who had called him to the Order of Carmel grant him eternal rest in His Heavnly Abode.

The funeral is sheduled to take place on 27th December 2011 at 4pm, Carmelite Monastery, Margao, Goa.

2011 CHRISTMAS AT VANCOUVER CREATED A HISTORY IN THE K.G. PROVINCE
Guardian Angels at Vancouver was buzzing with activities during this Christmas. This year’s Christmas was marked by lights, stars, and an open air crib that is displayed on the roof of the Rectory. Fr. Rudolf, the parish priest along with Fr. Boniface, made the celebration quite memorable one.

2011 Christmas celebration has created a history in the Karnataka Goa Province with the inauguration of the new Canadian Carmelites' website: http://www.cccocd.org  The K.G. Province rejoices along with the Canadian Friars for having created a new website in the region of Canada. The website is making its debut in the Canadian social setting uniting all the Carmelites lay as well as religious in the whole of Canada. Fr. Rudolf in his homily insisted that we cannot celebrate Christmas without making someone in our life happy, and that happiness could be anything like caring, guiding, inspiring, and being generous towards the poor and the needy. The Church in this connection is serving food to 300 people on Christmas day to homeless and poor in the locality.

Congrats to Fr. Rudolf V. D’ Souza and all the Carmelite friars who are serving in Canada for your new venture and the initiative in reaching out the people of God.
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Christmas Celebration at Mangalore Sub-Jail
Prison Ministry India, (the National voluntary organisation working for the release, renewal and rehabilitation of prisoners as well as women in distress) Mangalore Unit - celebrated the Christmas with the inmates of District Sub-Jail, Mangalore on 19th December 2011. Rev. Fr. Walter D’Souza OCD, the Co-ordinator of PMI, welcomed the gathering. Click here for more

ADORATION DAY
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2011
III SUNDAY OF ADVENT
In preparation for Christmas there was a full day adoration organized at Infant Jesus shrine, pushpashrama on December 18th, 2011.It was conducted by various groups as- chain prayers. It was a day of recollection, penitential rite, and reconciliation
Theme: THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD - ALL THE DAYS OF MY LIFE (PS 23)
Intentions: Praying for the Universal Church, Our Diocese, Personal needs.   Click here for more

Christmas Celebration by the OCDS Community @ Carmel Gudo :
The Secular Carmel Community of Carmel Gudo celebrated the Christmas with fun and gay on 16th Dec, 2011. Members who are talented in various fields exhibited them in putting up a Christmas play "Balkak Kone Velo?", (written by Sr. Judy Pinto OCDS), singing Carols etc. Sr. Judy gave a Christmas message. Fr. Pius D'Souza appreciated the good will of the members. Other than the community Fathers and Deacons, Fr. Canute D'Souza and Fr. William Miranda were present. Click here for more

Vestition and First Religious Profession at Tapovana, Kushalnagar
Our novitiate at Tapovana, Kushalnagar, was in the limelight for the past two days for a very special occasion in the life of the Province. On December 13th evening, 3 postulants: Bros. Melbert Audry D’ Souza, Vishan Vinu Monis and Ashwath D’ Souza entered the canonical novitiate at a simple but touching function in the choir. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, the Provincial, entrusted them to the care of the Novice-Master by quoting a letter of Abraham Lincoln that he had written to the teacher of his young son. Each one of them was given a Scapular and Emblem of the Order. There was rejoicing in the refectory thereafter welcoming these young brothers to the cradle of the Province! Click here for more

Carmel Gudo celebrated the Seminary Day on 10th Dec. 2011. The whole community of Carmel Hill put their hands together to organize the Carmel Day 2011 on Dec. 10th. The programme began at 5.30 and reached its climatic end at 8.20 pm. The crowd of more than 1000 people actively participated right through and was very supportive and encouraging. The programme began with a prayer dance by the altar girls, after which Fr. Pius James D’Souza, the Superior, welcomed the gathering and honoured the President Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, the Provincial Superior of the Carmelites, and the Chief Guests, Mr. Melwyn D’Cunha, President of MCC Bank, Mangalore, and Mr. Roy Castelino, President of Konkani Prachara Andolana. Click here for more

Asha Deepa from SILVER to GOLDEN
On 6th of December, 2011, the Asha Deepa community, Madanthyar, celebrated the Silver Jubilee of its foundation as a formation house and on this occasion it organized a felicitation programme, cultural programme by the Brothers followed by a fellowship meal. About 500 people gathered for the celebrations. Rt. Rev. Dr. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore, presided over the Eucharistic Celebration, concelebrated by around 35 priests, including Fr. Provincial and the Parish priest of Madanthyar. Click here for more

MEETING OF THE FRIARS SERVING IN THE REGION OF GOA AND THE FOUNDATION STONE OF THE NEW BLOCK: LAR DE STA. TERESINHA
All the friars serving in the region of Goa and Londa converged at Margao Monastery on 1st December 2011. Fr. Silvestre D’Souza (Provincial councilor), welcomed the participants and Fr. Archibald Gonsalves (Provincial) led the friars in prayer by intoning a bhajan. Click here for more

Report of Symposium on the music and literature of Wilfy Rebimbus :
On the 4th of December, 2011, the Naman Ballok Jesu, Konaknai Monthly publishd by Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore celebrated its 3rd anniversary. And on this occasion, a symposium was organized on the songs and literature of Konkan Kogul, Late Mr. Wilfy Rebimbus, as a tribute to him. Konkan Maina Mrs. Meena Rebimbus, wife of Late Mr. Wilfy was the chief guest while Rev. Dr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial, presided over the function. The programme began at 5.30 pm with a prayer dance, followed by a shraddhanjali of Mr. Wilfy’s photo, after which Fr. Stephen Periera, the Editor of Naman Ballok Jesu welcomed the gathering, mainly writers, poets, benefactors of the magazine and well-wishers among others. Click here for more

Free Medical Camp at Pushpashrama :
The Pushpashrama-Infant Jesus shrine organized a free medical camp for the poor of Yahweh on Sunday 27th, November 2011. There were six doctors and four nurses from St. Joseph's hospital and Mission hospital, Mysore. Dr. Pais and team were also assisted in the free Medical camp and helped the patients in their sickness.  Click here for more

Second Annual Retreat of the Province
The Second Batch of the Province Retreat was held at Sadbhavana, Bangalore from 21st to 25th November, 2011. Rev. Fr. Jossey Fernandes, OFM Cap guided the friars into spiritual renewal. There were fifteen friars who attended the retreat from different communities of the Province. At the end of the retreat all the participants did experience the spiritual presence of Jesus.
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SECULAR CARMEL LIBRARY INAUGURATED AT CARMEL HILL
The newly set up Library for the exclusive use of the Secular Carmel and their family members was inaugurated on 4th Nov, 2011 at 4 pm. Fr. Pius J. D’Souza, inaugurating the Library said, that after listening to the talks given by Fr. Deep during the meetings and now reading the books available in the new library, we look forward to the birth of new writers who will in turn share their insights and knowledge with others. Fr. Deepak Tauro and Br. Prakash were present.  Click here for more

Centenary Celebration of St. Edmund’s Parish - 1911-2011
North Vancouver, British Columbia - 100 years of Faith and Community
On the 15th of October 2011, St.Edmund’s Church celebrated 100 glorious years of faith experience and community living in the Northern part of Vancouver. The main celebrant was His Grace, Archbishop Michael Miller of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Priests, Religious along with the Mayor Darryl Mussatto of North Vancouver and many former Parishioners participated in the jubilee celebration.
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Medical Camp at Mangalore
As many as 127 jail inmates including 12 women prisoners benefited from a free medical camp organized by the Prison Ministry India (PMI), Mangalore Unit in association with AJ Institute of Medical Sciences in the Mangalore Jail Premises on 30th Oct, 2011. The Medical camp was organized following a demand from the jail inmates as a large number of inmates were reportedly suffering from skin related diseases. Click here for more

“THE MUSTARD SEED”
Rev. Dr. Rudolf V. D’Souza has come out with a new book, “The Mustard Seed”. This book containing the Homilies for Year B is a helpful tool to break the Word of God to people. This is the First volume of Homilies, containing reflections, stories and life experiences based on the Scriptural texts of the Catholic Liturgical Calendar. This Volume is a welcome compendium of reflection in the libraries of Seminaries, Religious houses, Institutes of Spirituality and especially Parishes. The book has been published under the umbrella of Dhyanavana Publications, Bangalore, 2012 consists of 350 pages.

The Annual Get-together of OCDS in Mangalore
The Annual meet of the OCDS of the Mangalore Unit was held on 16th October, 2011 (a day after the feast of Our Mother Teresa) in the house of Mrs. Mary Rebello. 28 members were present. The meet began with the recitation of the PRAYER OF THE CHURCH. Mrs. Benedicta D’Souza (Benny Teacher), the president of the Unit welcomed the gathering. Through the Power Point Presentation, the activities of the past year were flashed.  Click here for more

OCDS CEREMONIES AT ST. EDMUND’S CHURCH, CANADA
The communities of the Lower Mainland gathered at St. Edmund’s Church on Saturday October 22, 2011 for the occasion of the Investiture and the Promises of several of their members.   It was the first time that the Ceremonies were held jointly by all the communities.    Members, family and friends gathered for Morning Prayer with the parishioners and the Catholic Women’s League whose monthly meeting also coincided.  This was followed by Holy Mass with Fr. Jerald D’Souza, Provincial Delegate for the OCDS as the main celebrant and Fr. Jerome Mascarenhas, Spiritual Assistant for the Group of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, North Vancouver, as the con-celebrant.   Click here for more

Minor Orders conferred at Carmel Hill
On the 21^st of October, the Brothers received the Minor Orders at the hands of Rev. Fr. Provincial during the Solemn Community Eucharistic Celebration at 7.00 p.m. The First year Brothers – Bros. Kevin, Prakash Rebello, Antony, Cyril, Augustine, Noel and Arun, and the Second year Brothers – Bros. Richard Saldanha and Rayan, received the ministry of Lector while Bros. Joyson, Sunil, Richard Menezes and Prakash D’Cunha of the Third year received the ministry of Acolyte. Fr. Silvestre, Councillor, preached a beautiful homily, expounding the mind of the Church through its documents, regarding the significance of these ministries. Click here for more

MEETINGS AND FESTAL CELEBRATION AT SADBHAVANA
Sadbhavana was filled to the brim, in the last week with a series of meetings and a grand celebration. It began on 11th October, 2011 with a session of the provincial council that was convened for the immediate preparation of the various programmes to be conducted. On the following day, parish priests and Shrine Pastors gathered for input sessions by experts. The morning sessions were animated by Rev (Dr.) Victor George D’Souza, professor of Canon Law at St. Peter’s Pontifical Seminary.  He answered many intriguing queries of the participants and clarified their doubts. In the afternoon, Rev. Fr. Joseph Abraham, the parish priest of Uttarahalli (Bangalore) and a renowned preacher besides being a Canonist enumerated the pastoral qualities and approach that are expected of a parish priest. The final session was conducted by Fr. Provincial, who offered a few tips and guidelines for the smooth functioning of our parishes and for building up a cordial and efficient working relationship with the province administration. Click here for more

Vocation Camp at Carmel Hill
The Carmel Hill community, conducted a two-day vocation camp on the 6th of October. The camp was inaugurated by Fr. Elias D’Souza at 10:00am with 43 participants, ranging from classes 8th – 1st PUC (with two boys from classes 6th and 7th too), from 14 parishes all around Mangalore. The brothers, under the leadership of Fr. Deep, organized various activities and competitions – sports, drawing, drama, recreational games, etc.  Click here for more

Two Carmelite Missionaries commit their life to Carmel and to the Church as Deacons
The entire K.G. Province along with the Missionaries of Tanzania celebrates and rejoices in the dual celebration of the Solemn Profession and Diaconate of Bros. Praveen Frank and Reevan Cutinha. These two young men committed themselves perpetually through the evangelical vows on the 30th of September, 2011 at Kihonda, Tanzania. They made their solemn profession in the hands of Rev. Fr. Raymond Santhanaz, the first councilor of Tanzanian Vicariate. After the spiritual celebration, all the friars along with the faithful congratulated these two young men. Click here for more

62ND ANNUAL PARISH FEAST CELEBRATED AT GUARDIAN ANGELS PARISH - CANADA
The annual feast of the Guardian Angels Parish was celebrated on 1st October at 4 pm. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves (Provincial) was the main celebrant. He delivered a great homily with the message that we all need to be good stewards of the works entrusted with us. He highlighted the renovation works done at the Parish and the charitable activities that cater to 600 people daily through sandwich program from Tuesday to Friday - which was an inspiration to him. He insisted that he would inspire all the Carmelite parishes in Tanzania and India so that the people are helped in their need through such activities conducted in church campuses. Fr. Boniface and Fr. Rudy concelebrated at the festal mass. After the mass there was dinner served at Millennium hall of the parish and all the priests and parishioners contributed towards the evening entertainment through jokes, songs and few other items. The program concluded with a Konkani song "ANNA MARI, ANNA MARINA" sung by Fr. Provincial along with Fr. Bona and Fr. Rudy. click here for the photographs

Rev. Fr. Provincial Meets the Friars of K.G. Province in Canada
The Canada Regional Meeting of the Carmelites of K.G Province was held at London Ontario at St. Andrew's Parish on the 21st of September, 2011. Rev. Fr. Provincial arrived at 9 am and the Community wished Happy Golden Birthday and congratulated him for being elected as Provincial for the Second Term. Later on friars along with Fr. Provincial proceeded to Bless the newly furnished chapel of the community, followed by the Meeting which lasted for 2 hours. We had our lunch and then proceeded to a short picnic to Niagara Falls. On the 22nd all the friars celebrated mass and Fr. Provincial presided over and gave a message and encouraged the community to be faithful to the renewal of the Carmelite Charism. Then we welcomed Bishop Ronald Fabbro who had a wonderful time with us. After which all partook in the delicious lunch prepared by Fr. Ranjan (Superior and Parish Priest) and Fr. Vijay Martin (Assistant). In the afternoon we had fun in the Church campus. On 23rd Fr. Provincial visited Hamilton and St. Catherine Dioceses to meet the Bishops in view of the future expansion of the Region.
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JINNECHI VATT, in Kannada Script Released
Rev. Dr. Pius D’souza OCD, Superior, St. Joseph’s Monastery, Bikarnakatte Mangalore, released JINNECHI VATT – a book in Konkani on moral values on 22nd Sept, 2011 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte.. Fr. Valerian Fernandes, Parish Priest of Sastan, has transliterated the book from Roman script to Kannada script. It is a book on Value Education originally written in roman script by John M. Alfonso OCD. It is published by Dhyanavana Publications-Bangalore. Click here for more

News from Empoli : “Andiamo insieme”
The new community at Empoli was formed on the 16th of September. It was a day with mixed feelings. On the one hand the community moaned the loss of Fr. Thomas Baretto one of the stalwarts of our Province. A special requiem mass was celebrated in his honour officiated by Fr. Provincial. On the other hand it was an occasion to show our Carmelite fraternity amidst the presence of Fr. Provincial. Fr. Provincial in his homily recounted the magnanimous personality of Fr. Baretto and his invaluable contributions to the Province. He also guided the new community headed by Fr. Donath Rebeiro for the coming triennium. Thereafter all were lead to a fellowship meal with a special Indian menu prepared by Frs. Donath and Felix. Click here for more

MAGNIFICAT @ Carmel Hill
Three hour long MAGNIFICAT was held at Infant Jesus Shrine on Sunday evening. Fr. Augustine Vallooran from Potta during the Eucharist spoke about the importance of forgiveness in obtaining health of body and mind. Fr. William and Fr. Stephen Pereira concelebrated. Glen and Teresa lead the faithful into praise and worship. Commenting on the Gospel of John Fr. Augustine, asked the faithful to be rooted in Christ that his LIFE flows in them that their joy may be complete. Magnificat ended with the Eucharistic Adoration! Click here for more

MONTI FEST CELEBRATION IN HADAGALI
The community of Carmel Bhavan celebrated the feast of the Nativity of Mother Mary on September 11, 2011 Sunday. The festal mass was at 11-30am presided over by Rev. Fr. William Miranda, Provincial Councilor for Temporality and Assets. He is also known as “the Shilpi of Hadagali”. In his preaching he highlighted the importance of family life in the present context. The people from the vicinity belonging to different religion flocked together to celebrate the feast. Parishioners, teachers, boarding boys and the cook from Jagalur were part of the celebration.  Click here for more

SANTA MARIA DELLA SCALA
A MONASTERY OF THE KARNATAKA GOA PROVINCE IN THE ETERNAL CITY
There are multi storied buildings with floor Nos 12A and 12B and then comes No. 14. This is just to avoid the unlucky number 13. So also, have you not see people avoiding in buses, trains and planes, seat no 13? So also some others avoid 13 of any month for an auspicious event. But for the Carmelites of the Karnataka Goa 13 September will go down in history as a red letter day. The most important historical monastery of the Order in Italy, Santa Maria Della Scala was officially handed over to the Karnataka Goa Province during a meaningful ceremony on this Holy day. Click here for more

MONTI FEST IN CANADA - GUARDIAN ANGELS CHURCH
The annual Montifest in Vancouver - Canada was celebrated solemnly at Guardian Angels Parish at downtown. There was an unexpected crowd of more than 150 Magalorean families coming from far away Richmond, Surrey, IC Dealt and North Vancouver. The celebration began blessing of "Novem" at the entrance of the Church by the parish priest Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souzafollowed by a procession to the statue of Blessed Mother and honouring her with the hymn "Sokkod  Sanatha Melyam  ani  laghim  soryam". After this short procession and honouring Mother Mary with flowers with "Moriyek Hogolsiyam" the Eucharistic celebration was presided by Rev. Fr. Boniface Cyril D'Souza and concelebrated by Frs. Mario, Jerome, Jerry and Fr. Rudy. Rev. Fr. Jerald D'Souzapreached a spiritually packed homily with anecdotes and lovely message to families and children. After the Holy Eucharistic celebration, the cultural program held and a mouthwatering meal was served in the Knights of Columbus Millennium Hall of the Parish. During this celebration Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza was felicitated for his forthcoming 25th Jubilee year of Priesthood by Fr. JeraldD'Souza highlighting some salient features of his personality. Fr. Jerome Mascarehnas prayed the grace over the meal and the celebration continued with dance, singing, bingo, housie games etc. The lay people who generously contributed to the success of this celebration were: Mr. Joe Fernandes & Mr. Davidam Pinto. Miss Amanda D'sa was the MC and Rianna Pinto provided DJ for the occasion. For Photos please click here

Infant Mary feast at Calgary, Canada
Mangaloreans and Goans living in Calgary celebrated Monthi Fest for the third time at St. Mark’s parish, 5552, Madigan dr. NE, Calgary, AB , Canada on September 10th, 2010 at 6.00 pm. There were also guests from Banff, Edmonton and Lake Louise. Monti fest is also known as birthday of Mother Mary, feast of new first corn and very close to children as they offer flowers to Mary. There are only two birthdays celebrated in the catholic church other than Jesus Christ: One is John the Baptist and other is Virgin Mary. Church celebrates on December 8th conception of Mary and exactly after nine months, September 8th catholic church celebrates birthday of Mother Mary. Mangaloreans and Goans celebrate this feast of Mother Mary in unique way by honoring her as Mother of creator of life and with bountiful of new crops of the season through her unique blessings. Click here for more

NATIVITY OF INFANT MARY CELEBRATION AT GORWA, VADODARA
The Holy Family Church, Gorwa Panchwati, in its long standing history for the first time experienced a unique way of Celebrating and Honoring the Infant Mary on the day of her birth as per the tradition and custom of Mangalore, Mumbai and Goa. The people of different tongues gathered together to celebrate the feast of the Nativity and had a word of appreciation to all the Carmelite Fathers. The reason was that “they made it and it did happen” in Gorwa. Click here for more

Ordination of Deac. Sunil Rodrigues in Madanthyar
September 3^rd, 2011 was a very joyous day for the Church in general and the Carmelite Order in particular, for one of its members was raised to the altar of God. Deacon Sunil Rodrigues was ordained a priest in his home parish of Madanthyar, Mangalore by His Grace Rev. Dr. Ignatius Pinto, Archbishop Emeritus of Bangalore. Along with him were around 35 priests who concelebrated at the Mass. The solemn Eucharistic Celebration began at 10.10 a.m. Fr. Alwyn Sequeira, the MC in the introduction itself highlighted the fact that Deac. Sunil would become the 45^th priest from the parish of Madanthyar and the 12^thCarmelite.  Click here for more

NOT SO YOUNG PRIEST MEET - 2011
The ‘not so young’ priests of our province were delighted to make their way to Mount Carmel Church, Talegaon 0n 26th August, 2011 and spend a couple of days together. It began with an inaugural Mass presided over by Fr. Silvestre D’Souza, Provincial Councilor for on-going formation. Soon after, there was an informal session to chalk out the programme and assign duties. Since a stray dog feasted on some of the goodies prepared by the hosts – Frs. Joy Francis and Jacob C. - the dinner had to be forwarded by an hour. This gave the participants time to begin a session of sharing in right earnest.
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THE FUNERAL OF LATE REV. FR. FRANCIS THOMAS BARRETTO
The funeral rites of Fr. Thomas Baretto were held at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore on Friday 19th August, 2011. The mortal remains were received at the entrance of the shrine by the friars and his relatives at 2.30 p.m. There was a short prayer by the Superior, Fr. Pius James D’Souza, after which Fr. Paul Weingartner, OCD, the provincial of Austria, laid a wreath as a sign of respect and reverence. Then followed an hour-long prayer service conducted by the theology brothers consisting of a meditation on the sorrowful mysteries of the rosary and the office of the dead. It concluded with the solemn intonation of ‘Libera Me’ in Latin. At the end of the prayer, there was a slide-show on the life and ministry of Fr. Baretto, which was prepared by Fr. Stephen Pereira. Click here for more

  Obituary and Vote of Thanks Fr Edward Baretto 

Independence Day Celebration at Carmel Hill, Mangalore
It was indeed a celebration of dual Freedom. Catholics we today commemorate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary who was taken into heaven with body and soul after the completion of her life on earth. This reminds us of our freedom from sin. Secondly it is a celebration of our political freedom obtained after much struggle and toil. These dual celebrations were celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine with much meaning and festivity. The Eucharist was officiated by Rev. Fr. Charles Serrao OCD Rome and Rev. Fr. Alwyn Aranha OCD, Rome preached the Word of God. Meaningful Penitential Rite enabled the faithful to examine ones life and reflect how one becomes a slave to ones passions and carnal desires in this modern world. After the Eucharist the Trirang was hoisted by well-known Konkani writer Dolphy F. Lobo (Dolphy Cascia). Click here for more

Death Notice
We are sorry to inform you that Mr. Mariano Dias, good friend of the Carmelites expired today (14th August) and the funeral will be held at Holy Family Church, Porvorim, Goa, tomorrow (15th August) at 4-30PM. He pursued the Old Goa case for several years and was principally responsible to win it in our favour. The members of the Karnataka Goa Province remain ever grateful to him for his friendship and his contribution. We request you to pray for the repose of his soul and bereaved family. Click here for more

R. I. P.
The Grand Father of Bro. Joshual Pereira, 1st year philosophy student at Mysore (from Gantalkatte parish, Mangalore), passed away today (27th July) at 8 a.m. The funeral is scheduled for Thursday 28th July (tomorrow) at 3.30 p.m.
Please pray for the repose of the departed soul.

PRISON MINISTRY DAY CELEBRATION AT MANGALORE
The members of Prison Ministry, Mangalore (the national voluntary organization working for the release, renewal and rehabilitation of prisoners as well as women in distress) celebrated their Annual Day on 13th Aug, 2011 at District Sub-Jail, Mangalore. Rt. Rev. Christopher Furtado, Retired Bishop of CSI Church, Mangalore was the chief guest and in his address appreciated the humanitarian service rendered by PMI esp. to the Prisoners in providing them value education, counselling and legal help etc. Rev. Sr. Wilma, the Headmistress of Jerosa School was the Chief Guest.  Click here for more

Mount Carmel Feast at KOTESWAR
It was raining cats and dogs! The Government had declared holiday due to heavy rains and flood. Yet devotees gathered in great number at Carmel Ashram, Katekere, Kundapur for the celebration of Mount Carmel Feast on 18th July, 2011.  Fr. Melwyn distributed the candles for the Mudomn before the Mass. The concelebrated Eucharist was officiated by Rev. Fr. John Sequeira, OCD Director of International Spirituality Center, Ryshivana, Ranipura. In his homily he invited the faithful to be a CARA-MEL (beauty of God' creature).  Click here for more

Mount Carmel Feast at St. Edmund's Church, Canada
In preparation for the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, St. Edmund’s Church held a nine-day novena with Masses celebrated by OCD friars Fr. Rudolf D’Souza, Fr. Mario Fernandes, Fr. Jerome Mascarenhas, and Fr. Jerald D’Souza as well as Fr. Xavier Royappan SAC. This was the first time for the novena which was well attended. Click here for more

Funeral Details Fr. Francis Thomas Baretto

Dear Fathers, Sisters and Brothers,
After the shocking news of Fr. Baretto's demise, many of you have been inquiring about the latest developments.

We wish to keep you updated regarding the arrangements we are making for the funeral of Fr. Thomas Baretto. Since he died just before the week-end, the process could begin only yesterday (Monday), when the postmortem was conducted. With all the legal procedures that need to be followed we expect the paper work to be completed in another four or five days. The body may be flown to India only after the 15th of August.

We will keep you informed with further details, once everything gets confirmed, probably by this week-end.

As you are aware Fr. Provincial is in Tanzania for the mission congress and is not able to come down before the 18th of August. He has delegated Fr. Dominic Vas, (first provincial councillor) to over-see and co-ordinate all the arrangements for the funeral Mass, which will be held in Mangalore monastery. We are also expecting the provincial of Austria and another priest, to come down with Fr. Rathan along with the body of Fr. Baretto.

Thanks for your prayers for the repose of his soul. Please don't forget to remember the bereaved family, which is shocked due to his premature departure.

DEATH NOTICE :

We are sorry to let you know that Rev. Fr. Francis Thomas Baretto OCD, aged 55, who was serving in Austria, belonging to our Karnataka Goa Province breathed his last at 4-50a.m. today (6th August, 2011). He is from Nirkan, Mangalore. He was born on May 15, 1956. After his preliminary education joined Carmel. He made his First Religious Profession on February 11, 1979. Later he received the Order of Priesthood on April 29, 1986. He has served the communities of Mangalore and Belur in India and later he was transferred to Austria and served that particular community for many years. He was seriously ill for the last couple of days and was in ICU. His condition was deteriorating day by day. Let us all join together and pray for the repose of his soul.

May the Lord who had called him to the Order of Carmel grant him eternal rest in His Heavenly abode. The funeral rite will take place in Mangalore, India. The details of the same will be made known to you later.

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Update on Fr. Baretto
We are happy to inform you that Fr. Edwin Diniz, OCD who is presently in Germany, visited Fr. Thomas Baretto in Austria and called Fr. Provincial today, to give us an update of his health condition. When Fr. Edwin called out to him and spoke in Konkanni, Fr. Baretto responded by opening his eyes slightly.

This is really good news, because after many days we are seeing a positive sign of his slow recovery to consciousness. According to Fr. Edwin, the hospital is of a very good standard, the medical care is excellent and the members of Fr. Baretto's community (Innsbruck) are attending to him.

He is still in the ICU and on life support machines, but the doctors are hopeful that they will be able to disconnect them one by one slowly. The whole process may even take a month.

Fr. Rathan Almeida, is our link person, and had visited him earlier, when his condition was very critical. He calls us frequently and has promised to pass on any other information from time to time.

We thank all of you who have been praying incessantly for Fr. Baretto's recovery. Many of you have called us to enquire about his progress. We appreciate your concern for him and request you to continue praying in the community / family and personally.

From our part, we will share all the details with you as they come to us.

SADBHAVANA CELEBRATES THE FEAST OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
The Solemn feast of our Patroness ‘Our Lady of Mount Carmel’ was celebrated at ‘Sadbhavana’, Bangalore, the Carmelite Provincial House. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves was the main celebrant of the Eucharistic Celebration. In his sermon he invited everyone to have God experience by climbing the “Mount of Perfection’. He also said that Mother Mary who was the first one to climb this Mountain and the first believer, is known as our model and inspiration. The holy and spiritual celebration was attended by good number of faithful of the vicinity. The choir and liturgy led by Fr. Vinod Lobo and Fr. Joachim Rodrigues respectively added cream to the prayerful celebration of the feast. Click here for more

Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Pushpashrama, Mysore
We the Carmelites of Pushpashrama celebrated the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel on Sunday, 17th of July 2011. The Eucharistic celebration was at 8 am in English with Dhyanavana community joining us. The church was full with sisters, youth, children and laity. Our rector Fr. Joe Tauro was the main celebrant and the preacher. Fr. Jeevan Tauro gave a small reflection on 'Carmel' in Kannada. The OCDs members came in offertory procession. After the blessing of the scapulars, Fr. Wilfred Frank concluded the year of the youth with a prayer. Click here for more

Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Carmel Hill, Mangalore
We, the Carmelites of Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, celebrated the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on Sunday, July 17th along with the faithful. Despite the rain, we were blessed to share the joy of the feast with a large number of devotees. We had three masses in the morning for the faithful, the festal mass at 5.30 in the evening. Upholding the importance of the scapular devotion to the feast and in keeping with tradition, scapulars were distributed to the faithful after all the masses. Click here for more

Prayer Request :
Mrs. Annie Gonsalves, the mother of Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves (Provincial Superior) is admitted in Colaco hospital, Mangalore. She is suffering from fever and sugar problem. Hereby we request you to pray for her good health and speedy recovery. At present she is slowly recovering. Please continue to pray for her good health of mind and body. 
Fr. Provincial’s Mobile no's: 9448279761 / 9741372141

60th Religious Profession day of Fr. Paul D'Souza OCD:
The Carmelite friars of Pushpashrama, Mysore celebrated the 60th Religious Profession day of Fr. Paul Dsouza on July 2nd,2011. Fr. Paul was born 0n 28th of September 1933, at Raia, in Goa to  a God fearing parents- John Dsouza and Thelma Dsouza, a family of 6 children,3 boys and 3 girls, Fr. Paul being the second in the family. He joined the Carmelites of Belgian Province of the Carmelite order in 1950. He was professed on July 2nd 1951 with the religious name of Camillus of St. Teresa; which name he bore till 1979. He studied philosophy in Goa between 1951 to 1954; Theology in Rome between 1955 to 1960. He received the Sacred Order of Ordination on 5th April 1959 in Rome. He served throughout his life as professor in Philosophy and spiritual director at Alwaye monastery, Alleppye in kerala and Bangalore, Mangalore, Mysore philosophy college in Karnataka. He has helped good number of eligious and laity by guiding them in their doctoral thesis, counselling the youth, sisters, priests through his powerful talks, and retreats. He is commonly known as the 'walking encyclopedia' and a 'living philosopher'. We wish him all the best and many more years in the Garden of Carmel. 

Once again Golden Birthday and Silver Jubilee Celebration
It was an evening of celebration and jubilation at Carmel Hill on 9th July, 2010. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, the Provincial celebrated his Golden Jubilee of life and Fr. Pius James and Fr. Canute D' Souza celebrated the Silver Jubilee of their Profession. The community of Carmel Hill wished them all the best and the blessings of the Almighty in the days to come. The Celebration began with the Eucharistic Celebration at 6pm by lighting the lamp. Well arranged liturgy and the choir by brother added spiritual flavour to the celebration. Click here for more

Second Annual Meeting of the OCDS - Western Canada
The 2nd Annual Meeting of Western Canada OCDS was held at the Monastery of St. Joseph, Armstrong BC on July 1, 2011, the Feast of the Sacred Heart. Rev. Fr. Jerald D’Souza, the Provincial Delegate met with the Secretariat Officers and representatives of the communities of Vernon, Calgary, North Vancouver, Vancouver and Richmond who all made the five to eight hour journey to Armstrong by car. St. Teresa of Jesus of the Andes Community, Vernon hosted and graciously made all the arrangements for board and lodging. Everyone was made to feel welcome and comfortable.
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Golden Birthday and Silver Jubilee of the Religious profession
The superiors and formators of the province, gathered for their meeting at Sadbhavana on 6th July, 2011 had an atmosphere of jubilation. There was a dual celebration of Fr. Provincial’s Golden birthday and the Silver jubilee of the Religious Profession of Frs. Pius James and Canute D’ Souza. Frs. Cyril Menezes (Belur), Fr. Melwyn Roasrio (Gujarat), our fathers from Dhyanavana and Dhyanasadhana were those who specially came to be part of this celebration. All the fathers from the Bangalore region were present. We also had the joy of having with us, Mr. Wilfred (Sagar – N. Delhi), ex-carmelite along with his mother. Click here for more

Stained Glass Windows of Our Guardian Angels Parish (Vancouver - Canada) was inaugurated on 3rd July, 2011
Archbishop Michael Miller with an appropriate message inaugurated the newly installed 25 stained glasses at Guardian Angels Church - Vancouver on 3rd July 2011. He in his homily mentioned that the stained glasses reflect the spirit of the church adoring the One and Triune God through the Saints and Angels along with the people of God. He congratulated the Parish Priest Fr. Rudolf and the parishioners in their effort at beautifying the Temple of God for worship and making the Church even more spiritually vibrant in the neighborhood of downtown Vancouver. This is the only Church next to the Cathedral that caters to the spiritual needs of tourists who land from cruise ships from Europe and North America. The last 5 photos in this album indicate the church before renovation and before installing the stained glasses in 2009. click here for the photographs

Silver Jubilee - Fr. Canute D' Souza OCD
The Sadbhavana Community has a reason to rejoice and celebrate. Today the Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of St. Thomas, the Apostle of India. At the same time we the Carmelites of Karnataka Goa Province are Celebrating the Silver Jubilee of the Religious Profession of Rev. Fr. Lancy Canute D’ Souza, the Procurator of our Province. The community gathered together in our Chapel on 3rd July at 8am along with the faithful of the vicinity in thanking the Lord with a concelebrated Eucharistic Celebration. Click here for more

SIX POSTULANTS ON THE WAY TO CARMEL
The Community at Margao gathered on June 11, 2011 along with the Provincial and Fr. Silvestre D’Souza (Councillor in-charge of formation) during the Mid-day prayer in the Chapel for the inaugural ceremony of the 6 month Postulancy Course. A big lamp was symbolically lighted by representatives of those present. After the Scripture reading from the letter to the Romans 12:1-2, Fr. Provincial addressed the 6 postulants by inviting them to let God and the formative community transform them, so that they are fully prepared to step into the Novitiate and make their commitment in Carmel. During the lunch that followed the brothers expressed their joy and gratitude through song.    Click here for more

FR. FELIX SILVA WAS REMEMBERED
On June 11, 2011 there was a special mass in the evening to mark the first death anniversary of Fr. Felix Silva. OCD. While Fr. Provincial presided over the Eucharist, Fr. Alvito Fernandes broke the word of God, with references from the life of our late Fr. Felix. All the community members from Xellim and Londa, and Fr. Diogo Proenca from Mapusa community came specially to participate in this commemoration. A good number of Fr. Felix’s family members and other friends from around the monastery attended. There were special prayers conducted in the cemetery by Fr. Anthony D’Souza, the superior of the monastery. Refreshments were served after the whole function ended.    Click here for more

FR. BONA'S FIRST ADVENTURE IN CANADA
Fr. Bona, after arriving in Canada on the 2nd May 2011, immediately began his work as a Canadian Missionary. He accepted an adventurous journey to one of the remotest missions of the Archdiocese of Vancouver, a journey in a 20 seater small aeroplane, a flight lasting an hour to Anaheim Lake and Bella Coola, a First Nation Canada Mission to offer masses and preach. His success can be clearly noted in the photos enclosed. This first experience has made him stronger and smarter to handle any situation in his official task as the Chaplain of St. Paul's Hospital, the largest one in Vancouver City. click here for more

FR. MARIO FERNANDES' WARM SENDOFF PROGRAM AT GUARDIAN ANGELS PARISH
Rev. Fr. Mario Fernandes was given a warm sendoff by the Parishioner's of Guardian Angels Parish (Vancouver Canada) on the 18th of June 2011 after the solemn Eucharistic celebration at the Millennium Hall of the Parish. Fr. Rudolf extended the invitation to all the parishioners who participated in the Eucharistic Celebration presided by Fr. Mario and concelebrated by Fr. Rudy and Fr. Bona - The Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. The sendoff program was organized well and more than 150 people participated wishing him every success in his ministry as Assistant Pastor and chaplain at the School at St. Patrick's Parish in the Archdiocese. Fr. Mario spent 5 years at the Residence of Guardian Angels Rectory and offered his valuable ministry as Chaplain at St. Paul's Hospital (Vancouver), the largest hospital in Downtown. We wish him all the best in his ministry as shepherd of souls. click here for more

Nineteen Youngsters are on the way to Carmel
We are grateful to God for giving us the gift of 19 new aspirants who began the initiation course at the Carmelite Seminary, Mapusa – Goa on Saturday 11th June 2011. Two of them have completed their PUC studies. Fr. Provincial officially inaugurated the year-long formation programme with a solemn Mass on the feast of St. Barnabas, apostle. He exhorted them to learn from the example of the saint who accompanied St. Paul on his missionary journeys, after he was formed well in the school of the Apostles. Fr. Ajith Rodrigues, the new director of the course, animated the liturgy. A special feature was the handing over of lamps which were lighted from the flame of the Paschal Candle, to all the aspirants.   Click here for more

Magnificat - 4 in Infant Jesus Shrine, Carmel Hill, Mangalore.
When the Apostles together with Blessed Mary were in prayer the Holy Spirit descended upon them and they were filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. A similar kind of awakening of the Spirit was experienced at Magnificat held at Infant Jesus Shrine on 12th June, 2011 on the Feast of Pentecost. Rev. Fr. Michael Payyapilly VC from Divine Retreat Center Potta spoke about the significance of the Holy Spirit in every Christina’s life. Click here for more

PENTECOST VIGIL AT CARMEL HILL, MANGALORE
Wish you a happy feast of Pentecost!
Pentecost Vigil was observed at Infant Jesus Shrine on the eve of Pentecost (11 June, 2011). People spent the whole night in prayer, praise and worship and Adoration. Fr. Franklin, Fr. Andrew and Br. T. K. George led the congregation to a wonderful divine experience and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. It was amazing to see the faith of the people who filled the Shrine to the full though it was raining cats and dogs. Click here for more

Silver Years of Religious Life of Fr. Stanislaus Rodrigues Celebrated in Rome:
On the 3rd of June, fathers and brothers of our province in Rome celebrated the 25 years of religious life of Fr. Stanislaus Rodrigues. The day of profession is on the 3rd of July and the celebration was in anticipation. The Holy mass was celebrated in Teresianum chapel. Fr. Stanislaus with a heart full of gratitude to God, to his family and to Carmel presided over the Eucharist.  Click here for more

8 Carmelite Deacons
It was a day of joy and jubilation to the entire Carmelite Order especially. to Karnataka-Goa Province as Eight of our Theology Brothers were ordained Deacons on 9th June, 2011. Most Rev. Dr. Aloysius Paul D'Souza, Bishop of Mangalore raised them to the Clerical status and asked them to be humble servants after the example of their master, Jesus Christ. When two hour long ceremony ended felicitation was held during which Fr. Provincial congratulated the new Deacons and wished them well in their pastoral ministry. Br. Prakash compeered the program. Click here for more        More photo's click here... 

Nuncio Ordains Two Men as Priests
The Church in general and Carmlite Order in particular rejoiced at the Ordination of two more New Priests in the person of Fr. Ivan Leo Sanctis and Fr. Rajesh Madtha. This year the Carmelite Order has been blessed with & energetic and youthful new Priests. Fr. Ivan Sanctis was ordained priest by His Excellency Archbishop Ambrose Madtha, the Apostolic Nuncio to Ivory Coast, West Africa on 28^th May, 2011 at Gantalkatte.   Click here for more

Sr. Elizabeth of the Trinity makes her FINAL COMMITMENT :

Sr. Elizabeth of the Trinity made her final commitment in the Order of Discalced Carmelite Nuns at the Sacred Heart Carmel, Mangalore on 25^th May, 2011. As Mother Prioress Marie Celine accepted her vows V. R. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore invoked God’s blessings on her. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Carmelite Provincial in his homily spoke about the unique role Cloistered Carmelite Nuns play in transforming the world. Fr. Stephen Pereira animated the Liturgy.

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Dear Fathers, Sisters, Brothers and Friends in Risen Lord
Greetings in the Lord

We request your earnest prayers for the speedy recovery of Rev. Sr. Marie Yvonne of the Holy Spirit (Mother Prioress of Bangalore Carmel) who is diagnosed with a tumor in the brain which needs a surgery. She will be undergoing surgery on 3rd June 2011 at Vikram Hospital, Bangalore.

Kindly do pray for the good health and speedy recovery of our beloved sister in Carmel.

Contact Sr. Marie Yvonne, Tel: 080-22268759

Silver Jubilee celebration
Silver Jubilee of Fr. Raymond Santhanaz, the Vicar of the Tanzanian Vicariate was celebrated at Miyapadav on 22nd May, 2011. Fr. Gregory D'Souza broke the Word of God during the Eucharist. Fr. Deep compered the felicitation program.
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Silver Jubilee celebration

Fr. John Pinto OCD (Sr) celebrated the Silver Jubilee of his Ordination at Loretto, his home parish on 22nd May, 2011.

Enjoy the colourful picks which speak for themselves.
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Vestation of OCDS at Carmel Hill
It was a memorable day in the history of the SECULAR CARMELITES of our Province. Five of our aspirants at Carmel Gudo entered the NOVITIATE on 20th May, 2011. Fr. Melwyn D'Cunha, the former Delegate Provincial for the OCDS took them into the Noviatiate, vesting them with the Scapular of our Lady of Mount Carmel. Novices are: 1. Br. Stanly Pinto  2. Sr. Benedicta D'Souza  3. Emmi Fernandes  4. Jacintha Lobo  5. Laetitia Fernandes.
Great Work by Fr. Deep, the Present Delegate Provincial for OCDS.  CONGRATULATIONS
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We are happy and delighted to announce the election results held at Hassan Carmel.

Prioress : Mother Mary Theresia of the Holy Spirit.
1st Councilor : Sr. Anne Therese of the Immaculate Heart.
2nd Councilor : Sr. Mary Naomi of the Eucharist
3rd Councilor : Sr. Mary Emmanuel of the Cross.

We wish them all the best and the blessings of the Risen Lord in the days to come

He called me....strengthened me....He guides me
Golden Jubilee!
On 23rd of March 2011, the golden jubilee of religious profession of Fr. Isidor D’silva was commemorated in style at the Oratory of Teresianum, Rome. The friars belonging to Karnataka-Goa province thanked and praised the Lord for His manifold blessings to the jubilarian through the Eucharistic con-celebration. The choir and liturgy was well organized by our theology students that enhanced the solemnity of the event.

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OCDS Profession and induction into the Novitiate

On 27th Feb.2011, during the Sunday Eucharist Fr.Provincial inducted 8 members into the novitiate and accepted the simple vows of 5 members and the renewal of profession of 6 members at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Pushpashrama, Mysore.

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Pushpashrama OCDS Annual Day
The Annual Day of the OCDS (Secular Carmel) Pushpashrama was celebrated on 6th March 2011. The OCDS members along with the OCD fathers and brothers sang the solemn vespers in Kannada at 7.00pm followed by a cultural evening for which the shrine pastror Fr.Wilfred Frank was the President and the rector Fr.Gregory was the chief guest. Fr. Paul gave away the prizes to the winners of various competitions. Fr.Wilfy their spiritual director appreciated the well organized programme by the Secular Carmelites and Fr.Joseph Pinto prayed the grace over the meals sponsored by the OCDS members.

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Jubilee Celebrations at the Vicariate
March 4, 2011 was the day of celebration and rejoicing at the Tanzania Vicariate as the mission celebrated the Silver jubilee of Priestly ordination of Fr. Raymond and the Diamond jubilee of life of Fr. Peter. There was a Eucharistic Celebration followed by a felicitation programme in honour of the Jubilarians. Congratulations and good wishes to the Jubilarians.

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Infant Jesus Feast at  Asha Deepa, Madanthyar :
The Carmelite Community at Asha Deepa, Madanthyar celebrated the feast of Infant Jesus with much solemnity and devotion. Rev. Dr. Joseph Martis, Rector of St. Joseph’s Inter diocesan Seminary, Jeppu presided over the festal Eucharistic banquet along with other 20 priests. Fr. Rector in his homily counseled how to imitate the childlike qualities of Infant King. After the Eucharist special prayers were offered for the sick and the ailing. Fr. Patrick Lobo, Superior thanked one and all who made this feast meaningful one. Click here for more

Infant Jesus feast 2011 at Pushpashrama, Mysore :
The Feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated on 9th january,2011 in a grand scale in pushpashrama. Around 10,000 devotees visited the shrine during the novenas and feast day. Fr. C. Francis, vicar general of Bangalore Diocese was the main celebrant. At 11.30 mass was held for the sick followed by annasantharpane and evening 5pm solemn mass with band, flower girls, choir, fireworks, car procession, candle light procession and release of 2 cassettes composed by Fr. Wilfred Frank, ocd - Jesus the life and Jesus the way , were the high lights of the feast. Jesus the inspirer of youth was the theme of the day. Click here for more

MAGNIFICAT -II
A two hour long prayer, praise and worship led by Fr. Augustine Valluran and team from Divine Retreat Center, Potta was held at the Shrine on 23rd Jan, 2011. Its really heartening to see people especially the YOUTH flocking in good number to the spiritual OASIS to quench their thirst for Jesus. Next such spiritual program will be held on APR - 10th Sunday. Click here for more

Infant Jesus Celebrated at Carmel Ashram, Koteshwar - Kundapur
The annual feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated at Koteshvar, Kundapur on 21st Jan, 2011 with great devotion and zeal. Rev. Fr. Baptist Menezes, Episcopal Vicar, Udupi District, presided over the solemn festal Eucharistic Celebration at 5 pm along with 30 priests. Fr. Menezes in his homily on the theme: And they were filled with zeal, recalled the different instances where the youngsters were strengthened by Jesus and gave witness to faith. He also said that Jesus proclaimed the Kingdom of God with zeal and helped his apostles to be zealous to continue his mission. He appealed the congregation to love the Word of God, digest the same and give witness to Jesus. Click here for more

FEAST OF INFANT JESUS, MANGALORE
("The more honour me the more will I bless you" says the Infant Jesus of Prague)
The annual feast of the Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore was celebrated on Friday January 14 at Carmel Hill with pomp and gaiety. Archbishop of Delhi Most Rev. Vincent Concessao presided over the solemn festal Eucharistic celebration along with more than 50 priests. The Holy Eucharist was centred on the theme "AND THEY WERE FILLED WITH ZEAL". This year being dedicated to the youth, there was special prayer offered for the youth. The youth representatives of various deaneries of the Mangalore Diocese were invited for the Festal Eucharist and were .part of the liturgy as well. Click here for more

Dear Fathers, Sisters, Brothers and Friends in Christ

Prayerful Greetings from Sadbhavana, Bangalore!

The Karnataka Goa Province is immensely delighted to announce this piece of Good News to you in the New Year 2011. Rev. Fr. Prasanna Kumar OCD, presently the parish priest of Hegdenagar Church, Bangalore, has been appointed a member of the College of Consultors of the Archdiocese of Bangalore.

We congratulate him and wish him all the best in his ministry, both as a parish priest and consultor.

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Carmel Day 2010 
The Carmelite Friars at the Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore organized their, ‘23^rd Carmel Day’ at the Shrine Premises. Mr. Dolphy Prashanth D'Souza, an energetic and budding leader was the chief guest and Mr. Walter Nandalike, Chief of Daijiworld web portal was the guest of honour. Mr. D'Souza recalled the contribution of the Carmelites Missionaries in the diocese of Mangalore. He also appealed the gathering to encourage and support the youngsters to take up challenges in different fields. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves OCD, Provincial of the Karnataka –Goa Province was the president for the cultural evening.  Click here for more

Christmas at Mangalroe Dist. Sub-Jail
Prison Ministry India, (the national voluntary organisation working for the release, renewal and rehabilitation of prisoners as well as women in distress) Mangalore Unit - celebrated the Christmas with the inmates of District Sub-Jail, Mangalore on 18th December 2010. Rev. Fr. Walter D’Souza OCD, the Co-ordinator of PMI, welcomed the gathering. Mr. Stanly, member of the Unit presented a bird’s eye view of the rehabilitation programs conducted for the inmates of the Prison by the PMI Mangalore.  Most Rev. Dr. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore delivered the Christmas message of peace and repentance. Click here for more

Triple Celebration at Kushalnagar
December 14, 2010 was a special day marked by triple celebration at our Novitiate House, Tapovana, Kushalnagar. First of all on this auspicious day Carmelites all over the world celebrate the Solemnity of St. John of the Cross, a Reformer, a Mystic and a Doctor of the Church. What a privilege to solemnize this occasion with two other celebrations viz., the Perpetual Profession of Br. Anil Veigas and also the First Profession of eight of our Novices! The Festal Holy Qurbana was officiated by Very Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsavles, the Provincial Superior, concelebrated by 40 other priests both Carmelite and the Diocesan. Click here for more

The entire Carmelite Fraternity rejoices and thanks God for the gift of Sr Mary Frances of the Blessed Sacrament to the Carmelite Order who celebrated her diamond jubilee of religious life at the Cloistered Carmel, Kankanady, Mangalore, on Wednesday December 1. The Jubilee Mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Claude D'Souza and concelebrated by few other Priests from the Diocese including Fr. Nelson Pinto, OCD. Click here for more

YOUNG CARMELITE PRIESTS' MEET
For the first time ever and of its kind, the meeting of the young priests, 5-10 years ordained priests was organized at "Stella Maris" Monastery, Honnavar from 20-21 November, 2010. Altogether eighteen made it to the meeting. Fr. Provincial inaugurated the meet by lighting the lamp. In his inaugural address he stressed the significance of the meet. We also had an imput session by Fr. Richard Rodrigues, a priest from Karwar Diocese, on "Child Sexual Abuse". Later we had interaction with Fr. Provincial during which we discussed few of the important issues that concern the young priests in particular and the Province in general. Click here for more

Regional Meeting of the South Asian Carmelite Units (India-Sri Lanka) Inaugurated Bangalore
The much awaited Regional meeting of the Discalced Carmelite Provincials and Provincial Councils with Fr. General and Definitor General was inaugurated on 17th Nov. with lighting of the lamp and the solemn inaugural address by Very Rev. Fr. General. This historical meeting is being held at Sadbhavana, the Carmelite Provincial House of the Karnataka Goa province at Bangalore and is attended by 6 Provincials and a Commissar along with their councils, altogether a number of 33 including Fr. General and the Definitor. Click here for more

Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza preached a retreat to the Delegates to the Provincial Chapter of California Province of the Carmelites at Redlands (ONTARIO - USA) from 8th to 12th November 2010.
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OASIS: YOUTH RETREAT AT CARMEL HILL
“This is the place where you can quench your thirst for Jesus. Find an OASIS here at Infant Jesus Shrine" said Bro. Ivan, to the youngsters who were part of OASIS - 2010 a Youth Retreat. This year being dedicated to youth a special two day retreat was organized at Infant Jesus Shrine from November 5-6. Rt. Rev. Dr. Alyosius Paul D'Souza, the Bishop of Mangalore celebrated the inaugural Holy Eucharist. Bro. Ivan through his enlightening sharing invited the youth for a spiritual renewal. A band from Hyderbad led the participants through praise and worship. This is one more attempt by the Infant Jesus Shrine to bring the youth closer to Jesus and experience His love in abundance. Click here for more

"Come and See" Vocation Camp at Carmel Hill
Three days vocation camp was organized from November 5 at Carmel Hill, Mangalore. Fr. George Santhumayor, the Superior inaugurated the camp by lighting the Lamp. The camp was organized at the Monastery for 8-10th Std students. Boys responded well to the invitation of Fr. Deep, the Vocation Promoter. There were 64 students from the four corners of the Diocese of Mangalore. Fr. Deep with the whole-hearted cooperation of the Theology Brothers guided the boys for the discernment of vocation to Religious life. Click here for more

Rev. Fr. Archibald R. Gonsalves, Provincial, visited the Canada Region from 12th to 24th October 2010. His visit was cherished by all. On 13th October he met the Archbishop Michael. On the 15th he visited St. Edmund's Parish and on the 16th he celebrated mass at Guardian Angels Parish and; in the afternoon he flew to Calgary and met the members and Bishop of Calgary on the 18th. On the 20th we had a community mass at Guardian Angels Parish in remembrance of Mr. Quintiano Fernandes, Dad of Fr. Mario and in the afternoon we had the Regional meeting. Fr. Provincial participated in all the activities of the parish life including a short visit to our Sandwich program. He spent the remaining few days visiting a few benefactors. On 24th he wished Fr. Mario HAPPY BIRTHDAY; and rushed to celebrate Solemn mass at St. Edmunds parish and attended the farewell party of Fr. Ranjan D'sa. In the afternoon he travelled to Seatle (USA) by car and boarded the flight to Florida (USA) at 11 pm. Click here for more

PERPETUAL COMMITMENT TO THE LORD
Sr. Maria Benedicta of the Cross OCD made her Perpetual Commitment on Tuesday October 26, 2010 at the Cloistered Carmel Chapel, Mangalore. His Grace Most Rev. Bernard Moras, the Archbishop of Bangalore presided over the Holy Eucharist concelebrated by a good many of Priests both Carmelite and diocesan. Fr Dominic Vas preached a homily fitting to the occasion. He said that St Teresa of Avila lived her earthly-life for the sake of heavenly Father overcoming trials and tribulations till her last breath. She is the role model for all religious nuns and laity. Click here for more

Br. Karthik has brought laurels
The Catholic Board of Eucation, Mangalore has honoured Br. Joseph Karthik for his academic excellence during the Teachers' Day function held in Manglaore on September 2, 2010. Br. Karthik is presently doing his Postulancy at Margao, Goa. Br. Karthik, the student of Sacred Heart PU College, Mandanthyar had secured 88% at PU Board Examination – 2010. Click here for more

HOW LOVELY IS YOUR DWELLING PLACE O LORD!
15 August was a red letter day for the Catholics in Talegaon. It was the day of inauguration and dedication of the newly built church under the patronage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. The inauguration mass began at 5 p.m. as scheduled. Rt. Rev. Thomas Dabre presided over the inaugural mass. Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves the Provincial Superior of the Carmelites unlocked the church and cut the ribbon. 
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Renovated Guardian Angles Church Inaugurated
In the 61 years of history of Guardian Angels Church - Vancouver - Canada, this year the Church received a face lift with the renovation works done in the Sanctuary with shifting of the Tabernacle to the Centre and painting of a huge mural with the two colourful three dimensional flying Guardian Angels towards the Crucifix depicted inside the Cosmos. The entire work was executed within a month preceeded by 8 months of planning. Moreover the entire Church was re-carpeted. The garden of the Church campus is beautified with new plants and hedges. Archbishop Michael Miller blessed the new Tabernacle and the new confessional during the 61st Anniversary of the Church on 2nd October. It was a joyful event to all the parishioners. Fr. Jerald D'Souza the former adminstrator of the Parish joined the celebration. It was a memorable day for all of us. Click here for photographs

Dear Rev. Fathers, Brothers, and Sisters,

We are sad to let you know that Mr. Paul Falleiro aged 56; dad of Bro. Joel Falleiro (Regent) passed away yesterday (27th October). The funeral rite will take place on Thursday 11-00 a.m (Today) at Sacred Heart Church, Madanthyar. May the Lord grant him eternal rest in His Heavenly abode.

Kindly keep the bereaved family in your prayers.

Contact Bro. Joel Falleiro
Email : joyapf@rediffmail.com
Cell: +91-7760226559

Golden Birthday Celebrations
The 50th Birthday Bash of Fr. Rudolf was celebrated at Guardian Angels Millennium Hall on 24th evening after 4 pm mass. The presence of His Grace Archbishop Michael Miller; Monsignor Jensen; Fr. John Pinto from Calgary and a few priests and religious from the Archdiocese enhanced the joy of every one present. The celebrated Band 98 Psalm by the youth of the Archdiocese, who will be performing in Madrid this summer in August added colour and charm. The presence of 150 invited guests made this celebration a memorable one. The highlight of the program was dance by the birthday boy. In his address Archbishop Michael Miller congratulated and thanked the Karnataka Goa Province for the valuable presence of the Carmelites headed by Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza. Fr. Mario Fernandes commenced the celebration with a few words of appreciation of Fr. Rudolf and blessed the food. The catering was organized by the celebrated Vancouver Delicacies.
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Carmelite Family Gathering, Mysore
The Carmelite Family of Mysore ( OCD friars, OCD sisters, OCDS (Secular Carmel), CMI fathers, CMC sisters, AC, CSST, CCR, CTS) as the annual feature, celebrated together the Solemnity of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel on July 11, 2010 at Carmel Bhavan with Fr. Archibald, our provincial as the main celebrant with a creative and meaningful liturgy, angelic choir, entertaining recreation and to top it all with a delicious Carmelite agape served by the CMIs as they were the hosts this year.  Click here for more

Mission in the Diocese of Calgary, Canada
Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza, visited recently the Calgary Diocese and met Bishop Henry and the two friars Fr. John Alex Pinto and Fr. Gabriel Dias working at Thomas More parish. Bishop Henry is extremely happy with the performance of both our Carmelite Priests and hopes that they will spread Carmelite Spirituality in the Diocese through their ministry among the faithful, especially catering to the Secular Carmelites. Among the photos you will also see the famous Lake Louis of Calgary. Click here to view Photographs

MOUNT CARMEL FEAST AT GUARDIAN ANGELS PARISH - VANCOUVER
The Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was celebrated at Guardian Angels Parish with all pomp and glory on the 16th at 7 pm. People from all over Vancouver participated in the celebration. Fr. Mario Fernandes commenced the celebration with the solemn vespers with the people. The concelebrants for the Holy Eucharist were Fr. Jerald D'Souza, Fr. Ranjan D'sa and Fr. Jerome Mascarehnas. We were privileged to have Rev. Fr. John Eason from the Cathedral. Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza solemnised the occasion with his homily and blessing of the Scapulars. We also appreciated the presence of the Secualr Carmelites of our Order and Secualr Carmelites of the Order of OCARM. The Eucharistic ministers distributed the Scapulars. After the mass all the faithful were invited for a light refreshment with sandwiches and soft drinks in the Millennium Hall. Rt Rev. Archbishop Michael Miller OSB wished all the fathers and Carmelites a very happy Feast, expressing that the Diocese is grateful to Carmelites for their presence and ministry in the Archdiocese. Click here for photographs..

Mount Carmel Feast at Carmel Hill, Mangalore
The solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel popularly known as the Feast of the Brown Scapular was celebrated on 18th July, 2010 at Infant Jesus Shine, Mangalore. V. Rev. Fr. Joseph Martis, Rector of St. Joseph’s Seminary, presided over the solemn Eucharistic celebration. 35 priests concelebrated the Solemn Eucharistic celebration. Rev. Fr. Victor, the Parish Priest of Urwa Church preached a meaningful homily on this occasion. Click here for more

Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Carmel Ashram, Koteshwar
The solemn feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was celebrated on Friday 16th July, 2010 at Carmel Ashram at Koteshwar, Kundapur. The concelebrated solemn Eucharistic banquet was held at 5 pm presided over by Rev. Fr. Alban D’Souza the Vicar of Kundapur Denary and the parish Priest of Our Lady of Rosary Church, Kundapur. Faithful of Kundapur deanery gathered in big number. Click here for more

Mount Carmel Feast at Asha Deepa, Madanthyar
Our Lady of Mount Carmel was honoured at Asha Deepa on 16th July. The New Parish Priest of the Sacred Heart Church, Madanthyar Rev. Fr. Lawrence Mascarenhas presided over the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration and the Assistant parish priest Rev. Fr. Rohith broke the Word of God and delivered an inspiring homily on Mother Mary.  Click here for more

SHASTIPURTI WISHES TO REV. FR. JOSSEY RODRIGUES
The entire Sadbhavana campus was rocking on the occasion of the feast of two great stalwarts of the Church viz., Saints Peter and Paul as we had the unique privilege of celebrating 60 years of life to the unsung hero of our Province very Rev. Fr. Jossey Rodrigues. It was a family celebration of its kind, as all the members contributed in their own way in solemnizing the event. No doubt the day will go down into the annals of our province as a memorable day. All through the day Fr. Jossey was kept on his toes as many of his friends and beneficiaries made it a point to pay a visit and wish him. The formal celebration began with the Holy Eucharist at 6.30 p.m. officiated by the B’day boy with more than forty priests as the concelebrants.  Click here for more

POSTULANCY INAUGURATED :
On 7th June the Postulancy was formally inaugurated during the concelebrated High Mass officiated by Rev. Fr. Provincial and concelebrated by Fr. Ronald D’Souza, councilor for formation and the community fathers. On this happy day the unveiling of the wall magazine “Gift of Wisdom” was done in the hands of Rev. Fr. Provincial as well. Click here for more

THE HARVEST IS PLENTIFUL :
The untiring efforts of our Vocation Promoters have borne fruit in the form of 21 vocations to our Province. Among them ten are from Mangalore, seven from Bangalore, two from Baroda, one each from Mumbai and Honnavar. Kudos to the vocation promoters of the respective regions. The initiation course was inaugurated on 8 June 2010 during the concelebrated Holy Eucharist presided over by Fr. Provincial and concelebrated by the Councillor for Formation Fr. Ronald D’Souza and the community fathers. May the enthusiasm and spirit these youngsters have continue for the years to come. Click here for more

CONSCECRATED TO PROCLAIM :
Six young and enthusiastic Carmelites viz., Br. Agnelo Rebello, Br. Jason Praveen Tellis, Br. Godwin Arun Pinto, Br. Elias D'Cunha, Br. Rajesh Madtha and Br. Ivan Sanctis were raised to the Order of Deacons on the 10th June, 2010 at the St. Joseph’s Seminary Chapel by his Lordship Most Rev. Varghese Chakkalakal, the Bishop of Kannur. After the graceful ceremony, they were felicitated amidst the presence of their family members and the Carmelite fraternity. We wish them all the very best for their ministry of the Word. Click here for more

MEETING IN GOD EXPERIENCE, Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD; Published by Dhyanavana Publications - Bangalore 2010, pp. 190; is a must read book during these years of preparation for the Birth Centenary of St. Teresa of Avila - 2015. This book deals with the comparative religious experience between the writings on prayer by St. Teresa of Avila and the Bhagavad Gita religious experience. The book is a re-print from the Gujarat Sahitya Prakash - Anand (Gujarat) by Jesuits. The book had a great success and has already gone into two prints. The book makes a pleasant reading and written in very scholarly and simple language. This volume is useful for all those who intend to get a comparative religious experience of two world religions and also recommended to be used in formation houses and seminaries of Theological formation.

NEW CD ON LENTEN PREACHING FROM CANADA

Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza has come out with a one more CD which is professionally produced during his Lenten preaching at Guardian Angels  - downtown Vancouver and Holy Trinity Parish in North Vancouver. The Duration of the CD is 3 hours. The DVD version is also available. At present the volume is on sale in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Kudos to Fr. Rudy!

One more Priest to the Missions :
Day after the solemn conclusion of the Year for the Priests, Deacon Jeevan Prakash D'Almeida received the Order of Priesthood at the hands of His Lordship Most Rev. Thomas Anthony, Bishop of Mysore on 12th June, 2010 at St. Therese's Church, Mysore South. Dn Jeevan opted to go to Tanzania for mission experience after finishing his philosophical studies at Mysore. There he completed four years of Theology and now he will be going back to the Mission land to continue the mission of the Lord. Click here for more

LONG LIVE FR. FELIX!
The Province bids sorrowful adieu to Rev. Fr. Felix Silva who entered into his heavenly abode for the eternal rest on the eve of the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, on the 10th of June 2010. Requiem Mass was celebrated on the 14th June officiated by Very Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, OCD, Provincial Superior and about 70 Priests both religious and diocesan concelebrated at the Eucharist which speaks volumes for the popularity Fr. Felix enjoyed in the Archdiocese.  Click here for more

REV. FR. FELIX SILVA is BORN TO HEAVEN :
With deep sentiments of sadness we the Discalced Carmelites of Karnataka-Goa Province want to let you know that Very Rev. Fr. Simon Stock of the Virgin of Carmel, OCD (Fr. Felix Silva) aged 79, who was suffering from Cancer for a long time now, peacefully departed from this world on June 10, 2010 at 2.00 p.m. at the Carmelite Monastery, Margao. The Funeral service will take place on the June 14, 2010 with the Holy Eucharist at 4.00 p.m. at our Carmelite Monastery, Margao. May the good Lord who called Fr. Felix Silva to share in His Ministerial Priesthood in Carmel may also welcome him in His heavenly abode and grant him eternal rest. Click here for more

 ADIEU!
 Fr. Felix Silva : A Man of History and a Man of Mystery
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A Spiritual Expedition of Fr. Rudolf D'Souza in Canada :
The mission Bella Coola and Anahim Lake are 500 kms from Vancouver. This area can be reached by Car or by air. By air one can reach the region in an hour in a very small plane. The areoplane that can carry only 20 people passes through peaks of snow filled mountains. One gets an experience of travelling through the Alps in Europe. The mission consists of two small churches. The attendance is megre. In Bella Coola I celebrated mass only for 6 people and in Anahim Lake parish there were only 16 poeple, mostly the native Indians or they are also called THE FIRST NATION PEOPLE. The environment is fabulous with lakes, peaks of mountains with snow, wild animals, meadows and thick forests. Mr. George Vancouver visited this area in 1763 from North Ameria. This mission experience was really worth the trouble. Click here for the photographs..

Perpetual Commitment at Carmel Hill :
The entire Carmelite Fraternity of Karnataka-Goa Province rejoices and thanks God for the gift of five full pledged members to the Order viz., Br. Agnelo Rebello, Br. Jason Praveen Tellis, Br. Godwin Arun Pinto, Br. Elias D'Cunha and Br. Rajesh Madtha. They made their Perpetual Commitment in the hands of Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, OCD, Provincial Superior during the concelebrated Holy Eucharist on the 28th May 2010 at 3.30 p.m. Click here for more

New Priest to the Tanzanian Mission :
Deacon Roshan Joseph Lobo OCD was ordained priest by 28th May, 2010 by Most Rev. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore at his native parish Vamanjoor. Dn Roshan Lobo who belongs to the Carmelite Order opted to go to Tanzania for mission experience after finishing his philosophical studies at Mysore.  Click here for more

Final Commitment :
Br. Ajay Nazareth of Infant Jesus made his Perpetual Profession in Carmel on the 22nd of May 2010 during the concelebrated High Mass on the occasion of the Solemnity of the Pentecost at St. Joseph's Church, Mira Road. We congratulate Br. Ajay and pray that the good Lord who has called him to Carmel may guide him in his journey towards Priesthood. We also remain grateful to all his formators and benefactors for their prayerful support. Click here for more

Dhyanashrama Retreat Centre bears a new look :
Our well known and most sort after Retreat Centre, Dhyanashrama at Rajjodi, Vasai bears a new look. Under the able leadership of Fr. Vijay Martin the construction of the first floor and the Chapel was undertaken. On 23rd May 2010, Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior inaugurated the same by cutting the ribbon and His Lordship Most Rev. Felix Antony Machado blessed new Chapel and the First Floor. Click here for more

Installation of Rev. Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza as the Parish Priest :
The Installation of Fr. Rudolf Valerian D'Souza by Most Rev. Archbishop Michael J. Miller CSB, took place on 2nd May 2010 during 9.30 am solemn Mass in Guardian Angels Parish - Vancouver (Canada). Fr. Mario Fernandes assisted the ceremony and the Church was packed. The parish was vacant for nearly 4 years without a parish priest. Now the parishioners are happy to have Fr. Rudy as their pastor. Archbishop Michael J. Miller thanked Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves (Provincial) for sacrificing a valued member to work in the Archdiocese. Click here for more

CARMEL COMPLEX INAUGURATED :
The long standing dream has been materialized as the new Carmel Complex at Gedalahalli with 38 shops is ready for various kinds of commercial activities. On 29th April Fr. Joseph D'Souza the B'day boy inaugurated the Complex and Fr. Provincial blessed it. Few of the neighbouring religious too were present. During a short function few of the important and responsible persons were felicitated. Fr. Provincial while speaking on the occasion made known the purpose of the complex, that the returns obtained from renting out the shops would be channelized for the social welfare activities.The good news is that all the 38 shops have been rented out. Click here for more

Ordination of Deacon Joseph Pinto :
On April 18, Sunday Deacon Joseph Pinto was conferred with the Order of Priesthood at his native Parish, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Tumkur by his grace Most Rev. Bernard Moras, Archbishop of Bangalore, during a meaningful liturgical celebration. This graceful event was witnessed by a good number of priests, religious and the faithful. Click here for more

Carmelite Friars working in Canada share the Fellowship :
The Carmelite Priests working in Vancouver and Calgary Dioceses in Canada met on March 15 at Vancouver to celebrated requem mass for the departed souls of Mrs. Mary Pinto (Mom of Fr. John Alex Pinto) and Mr. John Baptist D'Souza, (papa of Fr. Rudolf Valerian D'Souza). This was followed by a meeting to discuss the modalities and to give final touches to the proposed Charitable Society of the Carmelites in Canada. All enjoyed the luscious dinner prepared by the Guardian Angels community.
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Invitation for Ordination & Solemn Profession

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Infant Jesus Grotto at Koteshwar Vandalized
We are saddened by the incident of damage to the grotto and the Infant Jesus statue at Koteshwar, Kundapur. On Saturday night some miscreants have pelted stones to the grotto of Infant Jesus breaking the glasses and severely damaging the Statue . The incident came to light this morning. It is to be recalled during the last year in September both the Infant Jesus grotto and Our Lady's grotto were targeted by the miscreants. We request your prayerful support to our Community at Koteshwar, Kundapur. Click here for more

Annual Feast of Infant Jesus at Koteshwar
The 12th Annual Feast of Infant Jesus feast was celebrated with great devotion at Carmel Ashram, Koteshwar, Kundapur on 21st Jan, 2010 at 5 pm. People irrespective of caste and creed came to the feet of Infant Jesus seeking his blessings from his outstretched arms. The solemn Eucharistic Celebration was presided over by V. Rev. Fr. Denis Prabhu the Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese in which 30 priests concelebrated. Click here for more

THE FEAST OF THE MIRACULOUS INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE
The Annual Feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated with great solemnity and devotion on 14th Jan, 2009 at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, Mangalore. The devotees flowed from early morning till night. There were 7 masses in the morning and a prayer service for non-Catholics. The solemn festal Eucharistic celebration was at 6 pm for which Rt. Rev. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, Bishop of Mangalore was the president with 60 priests as concelebrants. Click here for more

Dhyanashrama, Rajodi Developments
The Rajodi Retreat centre has been catering to hundreds of faithful from the dioceses of Bombay and Vasai. Due to some litigation with the Architect and Contractor, the construction work was halted for four years. Now finally the work is going on full swing with a new contractor and Architect. In another three months the building should be ready for inauguration. The good work of Frs. Vijay Martin and John is appreciated. Click here for more

LEGAL COURSE, MAY - 2010

Adieu to Kuwait
Fr. Provincial was in Kuwait in the last week of December to conclude the missionary presence of Carmelites of the Karnataka Goa Province. The Diocese of Kuwait was the fruit of the Carmelite missionary work. This mission was with us for the past 67 years or so. Till now, Fr. Fulgense Fernandes, Fr. Ignatius Gonsalves, Fr. Berchmans Pinto, Fr. John Pinto, Fr. Gabriel Dias, Fr. Mewlin D’Cunha and Fr. Teo Fernandes of our Province have worked in Kuwait as Missionaries. Click here for more

Karnataka-Goa Province members gather together in Empoli-FI (Italy)

Members of Karnataka-Goa Province serving in Italy gathered together in Empoli to celebrate their fraternity on 28th December 2009. Despite the bad weather, all the friars (except fr.Isidore) were present. Click here for more

CHRISTMAS AT THE DISTRICT SUB-JAIL, MANGALORE
The Prison Ministry India, Mangalore Unit (PMI) which renders selfless service to the prisoners had organized a Christmas Program at the District Sub-Jail, Mangalore on 21 Dec, 2009. Rt. Rev. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, cut the Christmas cake and wished the Prisoners a joyous Christmas. Speaking on the occasion, His Lordship appreciated the PMI Mangalore Unit for helping the prisoners towards the transformation of their life. Click here for more

JINNECHI VATT, a book on Value Education released.
Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial, Karnataka-Goa Province of the Order of Discalced Carmelites released a Konkani book –JINNECHI VATT, a book on Value Education written by Br. John M. Alfonso OCD. Fr. Provincial congratulated Br. Malvino for bringing out the right book at right time. He appealed to the readers and Konkani lovers to read something that is more valuable. Click here for more

Inter-Religious Prayer Meet at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
Under the dual patronage of Infant Jesus Shrine Bikernakatte, Mangalore and Ryshivana, Institute of Indian Christian Spirituality, Ranipura, an Inter–religious prayer meet was held on 19th December, 2009 at 6-30 p.m. at the Infant Jesus Shrine premises. Click here for more

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW DOCTOR

We are indeed glad to announce to you that Rev. Dr. Pius James D'Souza, OCD, has successfully defended his Doctoral Thesis with the highest honours of Suma Cum Laude, at the Gregorian Pontifical University in Rome on 15th of December, on the theme, STRONGER THAN DEATH Intimations of Afterlife in the Book of Psalms. We congratulate our dear Rev. Dr. Pius James D'Souza and pray that he may be an effective and efficient proclaimer of the Word of God. Well done dear Fr. Pius James! You have made us proud.

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SHARJAH & ABUDHABI RETREAT PREACHING :
Fr. Rudolf D'Souza recently preached a six days retreat in Abudhabi. All his Retreat talks have been published in the form of DVD from Sharjah and into three cassettes( part one, part two and part three) from Abudhabi. This will be available also in India shortly.
The themes are as follows:
Day 1: THE KINGDOM OF GOD; DAY 2: KINGDOM OF GOD AND THE 8 BEATITUDES; DAY 3: KINGDOM OF GOD AND THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS; DAY 4: THE TEN COMMANDMENTS AND THE KINGDOM OF GOD; DAY 5: THE HOLY MOTHER CHURCH AND MOTHER MARY; DAY 6: FAMILY.

FIRST PROFESSION
On December 14, as the Carmelites celebrated the solemnity of St. John of the Cross, it was also a very significant day in the life of 12 young budding Carmelites who made their First Profession in Carmel at the Novitaite Chapel, Tapovana, Kushalnagar. During the Concelebrated Holy Eucharist officiated by Fr. Provincial, they committed themselves to the Lord through the three evangelical Councils of Chastity, Poverty and Obedience and also recieved the Carmelite Habit.  Click here for more

CARMEL DAY 2009
Carmel Hill Community celebrated the 22nd Carmel Day with colourful programs at 5.30 pm., on 12th Dec, 2009. Mr. Aloysius D’Souza, the Winner of the District Level Best Teacher Award – 2009, presently the Headmaster at Rosario High School, Mangalore presided over the Celebrations. Mr. Aloysius, speaking on the occasion recalled the contribution of the Carmelites to the Christian faithful of the City. Rev. Fr. Archiebald Gonsalves OCD, Provincial, recalled the beginning stages of Carmel Day celebration. Fr. George Santhumayor, Superior of St. Joseph’s Monastery welcomed the gathering and Fr. Alwyn proposed the vote of thanks in a poetic way. Click here for more

Newly Professed OCDS
Rev. Fr. Archiebald Gonsalves, Provincial Superior received the Promises of 11 members of the Secular Carmelite Order at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore on 10th Dec, 2009. In the presence of the Fr. Walter Lobo, Delegate Provincial for OCDS, Directors of OCDS of our Province, the Friars of Carmel Hill and a great number of faithful. Click here for more

The Youth Gospel Music Night
A Gospel Music Nite was held at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, Mangalore on 29th Nov. 2009. Fr. George Santhumayor OCD, the Superior of St. Joseph’s Monastery, welcomed the gathering and introduced the Music Band “Youth United for Christ - Mumbai”. It was a spiritual concert which included praise and worship, biblical skits and action songs. Click here for more

OASIS on the HILL Top...
Youth United for Christ – Mumbai, participants of the World Youth Day – 2008 at Sydney, Australia, preached a two days retreat to the youth at the Infant Jesus Shrine under the title OASIS on 28th and 29th Nov, 2009. Br. Peter Pereira through his enlightening sharings convinced the youth for the need of a renewal in the spiritual life and their belonging to Jesus. Click here for more

Called to be the Minister of the Word
We are happy to let you know that two of our Tanzanian Missionaries viz., Br. Roshan Lobo and Br. Jeevan Almeida were Ordained Deacons along with thier companions at the Salvatorian Seminary Chapel. Congratulations! dear Brothers and Good Wishes for your Diaconate Ministry. We eagerly look forward to your Priestly Ordination. Click here for more

Province Retreat - Batch I
This year Province Retreat was a great success as the participation was quite encouraging. The Retreat for the First batch was organized from November 9 - 13 and attended by more than 30 friars including 9 Regents. Fr. A Benjamin was the Retreat Preacher. Click here for more

Province Retreat - Batch II
The Retreat for the second batch was organized from November 16-20. About 24 Friars participated in this Retreat. Fr. A. Benjamin was the Preacher. Both the Retreats Centred on various Biblical themes and Personalities. Click here for more

A new Release, "Forgiveness and Healing, by Fr. Ivan C. Pinto OCD
Congratulations to Very Rev. Dr. Ivan C. Pinto on the occasion of the releasing of the new book, titled, “Forgiveness and Healing”. Fr. Ivan C. Pinto is presently serving as the Parish Priest in Empoli, Italy. We wish him a fruitful priestly ministry in Itlay. Click here for more

Feast of St. Teresa of Avila
The Feast of our Patroness St. Teresa of Avila was solemnized on the 15th October at our Provincial House. The Feastal Eucharistic Celebration was presided over by His Grace Most Rev. Ignatius Pinto, Archbishop Emeritus of Bangalore and Concelebrated by a good number of Priests. Archbishop who appears to be ever young unravelled the adventureous life of St. Teresa of Avila as he preached an inspiring sermon.  Click here for more

FR. NEMESION ALZOLA LECTURES
It was indeed amazing to note that more than 60 participants from various congregations both men and women Religious attended the Fr. Nemesio Alzola memorial lectures organized at Sadbhavana, Provincialate on Sunday 11th October 2009. Fr. Pius James, doctor in waiting who is fresh from his doctoral studies and that too with his expertise in Psalms delivered erudite lectures on the theme, “Praying the Psalms”. Click here for more

The Annual Feast of St. Michael’s Church, Belur
The annual feast of St. Michael’s Church was solemnized on 29th September. In view of a worthy preparation for the Feast, triduum was celebrated. Rev. Msgr. George D’Souza, Vicar General of Chikamagalur Diocese officiated the Festal Mass and preached the homily highlighting the significance of Priesthood.  Click here for more

VIBRANT SECULAR CARMEL IN MARGAO
Thanks to the efforts of Fr. Joseph D’Souza, the director of Secular Carmel, OCDS has been vibrant in the recent past. Fr. Provincial admitted 13 enthusiastic OCDS to the Novitiate and also received the first profession of 9 members during a very meaningful liturgy, on Sunday 11 Oct.  Click here for more

Achievers Lauded at Carmel Hill, Mangalore
It was indeed a day of many celebrations. The Community rejoiced at the birthday of Fr. Alwyn Sequeira, the Master of Students on 29th Sept, 2009. All the Community Fathers concelebrated the Eucharistic celebration in which Fr. George, the Superior broke the Word. Later in the refectory, we joined our voices in singing the birthday chorus. Click here for more

Vestation of OCDS at Carmel Hill, Mangalore
It was indeed another remarkable day in the history of KG Province. 15 lay people volunteered to commit themselves in the Secular Carmelite Order by entering into the Novitiate. Fr. Walter Lobo, OCD, the Delegate Provincial for the OCDS presided over the Eucharistic celebration during which he vested these new members with the Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.  Click here for more

Fr. Provincial in Baharain for Monti Fest :
Bahrain's Sacred Heart Church, Konkani Catholic Community celebrated Monthi-fest entitled Konkan Harvest Festival 2009 in grand way on Friday, 11 September. Nine days Novena in preparation for the feast commenced on 2nd September 2009 and was attended by over 400 Community parishioners daily. Click here for more

Foundation Stone for Bajjodi Chapel laid
The foundation stone for Bajjodi chapel of Bendur Parish and for the formation House of Secular Institute of Women in the Opus Spiritus Sancti (OSS) was laid at the hands of Most Rev.Dr. Aloysius Paul D’souza, Bishop of the Diocese of Mangalore at Bajjodi. The long awaited dream of the Catholics of Bajjodi has come true on the day of Feast of the Nativity of Our Lady. Fr. Peter Noronha Parish Priest of St. Sebastian’s Church, Bendur welcomed the gathering.  Click here for more

‘Monthi Fest’ celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore
The Carmelites of Infant Jesus Shrine celebrated the feast of the Nativity of Our Ladywhich is popularly called as ‘Monthi Fest’, with pomp and gaiety. The Solemn Eucharistic celebration presided over by Fr. Archibald Gonsalves OCD, provincial of Karnataka-Goa province of Discalced Carmelites with the other Carmelite priests as concelebrants.  Click here for more

OCDS Vibrant in Mysore

OCDS community at Pushpashrama in Mysore is almost 8-9 yrs. old. Founded/ established by Fr. Dominic and nurtured by him for 3 years. From  June 2005 it is being nurtured/animated by Fr. Wilfred Rodrigues. It has 10 members in sipmle profession, 7 novices and around 8 aspirants. Click here for more

Independence Day Celebration at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore

The Feast of the Assumption of Our Ladyand the 62nd Independence Day of our Country (India) was celebrated at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnnakatte, Mangalore. The Vigil Mass was presided over by Fr. Maxim Almeida OCD and the festal Masses were presided over by Fr. Stephen Pereira OCD and Fr. Charles Serrao OCD respectively.  Click here for more

The Last Journey of Fr. Dolfy
The Funeral Cortege was received at Infant Jesus Shrine with prayerful atmosphere at 1.15 p.m. Fr. Provincial led the prayer service, which was continued thereafter. At 3.00 p.m. the Office of the Dead was sung followed by the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in honour of Fr. Dolfy. Most Rev. Aloysius Paul D’Souza, the Bishop of Mangalore presided over celebration concelebrated by 60 other priests. Click here for more

A Brief Resume of Rev. Fr. Rudolf Jerome D'Souza (Fr. Dolfy D'Souza)

Adieu to Fr. Dolfy by Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial

The feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
was celebrated in Koteshwar on 16th July 2009. the mass began at 5.15 pm. Fr. Xavier pinto was the main celebrant. Fr. Boniface D Souza preached the homily. Besides the Carmelite presence priests from the varado had joined us to share the festal joy. A big number of nuns from different congregation were present.  Click here for more

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
Mangalore, Jul 19: “Mary as a bright shining Star shows us a way to God through her deeds and words” said Fr. Joseph Martis, Dean of Studies (philosophy) at St. Joseph’s Inter-diocesan Seminary Mangalore. Fr. Martis was delivering a homily for the Festal mass of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore. Click here for more

Three in one Celebrations at Madanthyar

It was a celebration with a difference! On 9th July, when Fr. Provincial celebrates his birthday, his parents celebrated their Golden wedding. There were over fifty concelebrants, a good majority of whom were from various communities of the Province. 

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Postulancy Inaugurated
On the 7th June the postulants gathered in Margao to be animated by the community, under the leadership of their formator Fr. Lancy Mendonca. The postulants looked very Holy and committed. The entire community assembled in the Choir for the Eucharist presided over by the Provincial.  Click here for more

Inauguration of Initiation
The bubbling, young and energetic candidates gathered at Avila Jyothi, Mapusa for the inauguration of the academic year. Fr. Provincial celebrated the Holy Eucharist which was followed by a cultural event. The brothers performed a meaningful skit. Fr. Manoj Braganza has twice the number this year when compared to last year. Click here for more

Newly elected Definitor General Felicitated
June 10th was a day of jubilation and celebration as the entire province represented by the Provincial and his Council, Superiors and Formators, the Ryshivana community, few other friars and the Theology students was geared to welcome and felicitate Very Rev. Fr. Augustine Mulloor, the newly elected Definitor General for the regions of India and Sri Lanka.  Click here for more

Our Span is 70 but 80 for the Strong!
The Novitiate community at Tapovana, Kushalnagar organized a special celebration on the occasion of the 80th birthday of Br. Gregory Menezes. The celebration was marked by the Eurcharistic celebration presided over by Rev. Fr. Archibald Gonsalves, Provincial, and concelebrated by three of the new priests and 20 other guest priests.  
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Carmelite Presence in Pune
18th January 2009 was the day to be cherished and remembered for many things. On that day "Yesu Utsava" was organised and inputs sessions were conducted by Fr. Lawrence D'Cunha. 
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Annointed for the Mission
On May 17, 2009 Decaon John C. D'Souza was raised to the Order of Priesthood by Most Rev. Bosco Penha, the Auxiliary Bishop of Mumbai. at St. Josehp's Church, Mira Road. Fr. John C. D'Souza is the first Carmelite Priest to be ordained from Mira Road Parish, which is run by the Carmelites. We wish all the very best for the priestly ministry of Fr. John D'Souza. Click here for more

You are Priest forever!
On 19th May 2009, four of our Deacons namely Steevan Pereira, Sunil Monis, Robert Ivan D'Souza and Ronald Sequeira were ordained priests by Most Rev. Aloysius Paul D'Souza, Bishop of Mangalore at Infant Jesus shrine, Mangalore. About 85 priests concelebrated and the Church was full. Click here for more

Commitment for Life
on 18th May 2009 three of our Brothers, Br. Joseph Pinto, Br. Prakash Tauro and Br. Vinod Lobo made their final Profession during the concelebrated Holy Eucharist, in the hands of Rev. Fr. Archibald Gosnalves, Provincial Supeirior, Karnataka-Goa Province. Click here for more

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Dear Rev. Fathers, Brothers, Sisters and Friends,

We are extreemly glad to announce to you that Very Rev. Fr. Clifford D'Souza OCD has successfully defended his doctoral thesis on the topic Testamentary Bequeaths by Religious according to Canon Law and Indian Civil Law: a comparative study at the PONTIFICIA  UNIVERSITAS  LATERANENSIS on the 25th March securing highest honours of “Summa Cum Laude”.

Congratulations and best wishes to our Dear Rev. Dr. Clifford D'Souza, for he has made the entire Carmelite Fraternity of Karnataka-Goa Province proud. Fr. Clifford has also pioneered the Helping Hand Trust a NGO which caters to the poor and especially to the education of the poor children. Click here for more

Commitment for Life
on 18th May 2009 three of our Brothers, Br. Joseph Pinto, Br. Prakash Tauro and Br. Vinod Lobo made their final Profession during the concelebrated Holy Eucharist, in the hands of Rev. Fr. Archibald Gosnalves, Provincial Supeirior, Karnataka-Goa Province. Click here for more

A feather in the Cap!:
The entire Carmelite Community of Karnataka–Goa Province congratulates Br. Richard Menezes who has brought laurels to the Province by securing first rank and a gold medal in B.Com examinations conducted by the KSOU, Mysore. Let this be a spring board to climb the heights of success. Bravo!!! Dear Br. Richard Menezes, you have indeed made the whole Carmelite Fraternity proud. We are grateful to all the Formators and benefactors who have accompanied Br. Richard Menezes all these years.
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Festival of Sprituality!
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The Body Broken and the Blood Shed
It was indeed a moving experience on the Good Friday at St. Joseph’s Church campus, Mira Road, as the parish youth enacted the way of the Cross in the presence of more than 3000 faithful who witnessed this spiritual event. The youth having totally immersed into the way of the cross also helped the people to enter into the sentiments of the passion of the Lord. Click here for more

Way of the Cross at Carmel Hill
The All Christian Bank Employees, Mangalore conducted the Way  of the Cross at Infant Jesus Shrine, Mangalore on Good Friday. The Way of the Cross which was prepared by the Carmelite brothers  was not the traditional Way of the Cross but  highlighted the different aspects of passion of Christ. It focused on our family life, social issues, our attitudes and  the  recent attacks on Christians, their prayer houses, Churches and institutions. The incidents used in the Various stations were touching and reflective. The Carmel Choir helped in singing the passion hymns. Click here for more

Pushpashrama Day:
Our Philosophy Brothers at Pushpashrama, Mysore organized a spectacular cultural evening. The audience was all praise for the brothers who staged a phenomenal cultural bonanza on 22 Feb. that consisted of the prayer dance through bharathanatyam, orchestra, western dance, Dr. Faust an English play and Mooru Mutthugalu a Kannada Comedy.
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