ASCLA West

Eight Claretian Deacons Ordained Priests in Sri Lanka

Mannar, Sri Lanka. Eight Claretian deacons were ordained priests on May 22, 2025, at St.  Sebastian’s Cathedral, Mannar, by Rt. Rev. Dr. Anthonippillai Gnanapragasam, Bishop of Mannar. Seven belong to the St. Joseph Vaz Independent Delegation (JVID), and one to...

St. Thomas Province Celebrates Jubilees, Assembly, and First Professions

Kuravilangad, India. Claret Bhavan, Kuravilangad, became a center of joy and thanksgiving as the Claretian community marked three significant events: Jubilee celebrations, the General Assembly of the St. Thomas Province, and the First Professions and Renewal of Vows....

Three New Claretian Priests Ordained in St. Thomas Province

Kerala, India. The St. Thomas Province of the Claretian Missionaries rejoiced in May 2025 as three deacons were ordained to the priesthood in grace-filled celebrations across Kerala. Dn. George (Tojit) Pallipurathu, CMF, was ordained on 5 May at St. Antony’s Church,...

ASCLA West Claretians (55-60 Years) Embrace Spiritual Renewal for a Stronger Mission

Tewatta, Sri Lanka. A renewal program for the Claretian Missionaries aged 55-60 of the ASCLA West region commenced at Tewatta Retreat House. This five-day program, running from February 17 to 21, 2025, aimed at fostering spiritual rejuvenation and reinforcing the...