Bengaluru, July 11, 2026: The Archdiocesan Pastoral Council (APC) of the Archdiocese of Bangalore met at Paalanaa Bhavana, the Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre, for a day of prayer, reflection, and pastoral planning focused on the theme of Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs). The meeting began with the Invocation of the Holy Spirit, followed by a welcome by Rev. Fr. Maria Anthony, Director of Paalanaa Bhavana. Rt. Rev. Arokiaraj Satis Kumar, Auxiliary Bishop of Bangalore, delivere

The Booth Level Officer (BLO) team, led by Ms. Latha Shankar of Ward No. 63, Jayamahal Extension, visited the Archbishop’s House, Bengaluru, and completed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) registration formalities. Most Rev. Dr. Peter Machado, Archbishop of Bangalore, completed the registration process by signing the requisite documents, highlighting the importance of responsible citizenship and active participation in democratic processes. Through this gesture, the Archbi

Reflecting the spirit of the Year of Married Couples, St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Bengaluru, honoured the members of its Small Christian Communities (SCCs) who participated in the parish Bible Quiz during the Sunday 9:45 a.m. Holy Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Benedict Rajesh. The initiative celebrated not only knowledge of Sacred Scripture but also the commitment of families to grow together in faith through the Word of God. Based on the Passion Narratives of Jesus from the