Sathyadeepam Weekly – Page 22

Christian Women’s Movement Condemns Killing of Church Leaders in Manipur

The Indian Christian Women’s Movement (ICWM) has strongly condemned the killing of three Kuki Church leaders in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district and called for peace and reconciliation amid continuing ethnic tensions in the state. The attack took place on May 13 when armed men reportedly ambushed a group of community leaders. Besides the three deaths, four […]

Jesus Youth Across India Renew Missionary Commitment on Pentecost

Jesus Youth members across India celebrated Recommitment Day on Pentecost Sunday with prayer, reflection, and a renewed dedication to Christian mission and service. The celebration took place in more than 20 regions across the country, bringing together regional leaders, animators, ministry coordinators, and thousands of members of the Catholic movement. The nationwide observance highlighted the […]

CBCI Meeting Strengthens Roadmap for Dalit Christian Rights

New Delhi, May 19, 2026: The CBCI Office for SC/BC held a two-day consultation and planning meeting in New Delhi on May 14 and 15 to strengthen legal and social efforts for the empowerment of Dalit Christians across India. The meeting brought together newly appointed office bearers, bishops, legal experts, and social leaders to review […]

National Federation of Churches in India Launched to Strengthen Christian Unity

The National Federation of Churches in India (NFCI) was officially launched during the Fourth National Ecumenical Bishops’ Fellowship Meeting held at St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, Bengaluru. The new federation was formed as a united platform for Churches in India to respond together to the growing challenges faced by the Christian community. Church […]

Catholic Bishops Urge New Governments to Protect Equality and Minorities

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) has called on newly elected governments in several Indian states to govern with justice, equality, and transparency. The appeal came after election results were announced in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, West Bengal, and Puducherry. In a public statement, the bishops congratulated the winning parties and urged them to […]

CCBI Appoints Lay Leaders and Women to National Church Roles

The Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) has appointed two lay leaders and two women religious to important national roles, marking a major step toward greater participation of laity and women in Church leadership. The appointments were made during the CCBI Executive Committee meeting held on May 5 and 6 in Bangalore. Mr. Adrian […]

Fr. Vijaya Paul Reddy Appointed New Bishop of Warangal

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Fr. Vijaya Paul Reddy Duggimpudi as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Warangal. He becomes the fourth bishop of the diocese and succeeds Archbishop Udumala Bala, who was recently transferred to Visakhapatnam. Fr. Vijaya Paul Reddy is 61 years old and has been serving as the Diocesan Administrator of […]

Cardinal Filipe Neri Calls Indian Church to Embrace Synodality

Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão has called on the Church in India to become more participatory, inclusive, and missionary through the spirit of synodality. Speaking about the Church’s journey in India, the President of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India said synodality is both a grace and a responsibility. He explained that the Church must […]

Pope Leo calls Uruguay “a Country of Young People Who have Faith”

Mortal remains of prominent Church leaders Return to Timor-Leste