Vatican City. Fr. James Patteril, CMF, was named Second Bishop of the Syro-Malabar Diocese of Belthangady, India, today, August 28, 2025. He is the son of Mr. Abraham Patteril and Mrs. Rosamma Patteril, born in Mangalore, Karnataka, India, on July 27, 1963....
Saint Anthony Mary Claret visited Rome three times during his lifetime. His first visit was in 1839, when he presented himself to the Congregation of Propaganda Fide, offering to be sent anywhere in the world. He returned in 1865 to consult the Holy Father regarding...
In this year 2025, the Claretian Missionaries joyfully celebrate the 75th anniversary of the canonization of our Founder, Saint Anthony Mary Claret, declared a saint by Pope Pius XII on May 7, 1950. He was recognized as a “giant in spirit” for his life fully dedicated...
