Hyderabad, India: Deacon Veligandla Bala John, CMF was ordained priest on 30 December 2022 by Cardinal Poola Anthony, Archbishop of Hyderabad, at Infant Jesus Shrine Emjala in the archdiocese of Hyderabad. Along with the family and relations of Bala John many Claretians, other clergy and religious joined the celebration. Fr. Veligandla Bala John, CMF belongs to the province of Bangalore.
Bangalore, India. The XI Provincial Chapter of the Claretian Province of Bangalore, which began on September 10, 2026, has elected a new Provincial Council to serve the Province in its mission and leadership. Fr. George Kannanthanam, CMF, was elected Provincial...
Bangalore, India. The XI Provincial Chapter of the Claretian Province of Bangalore began on September 10, 2026, bringing together 45 capitulars for prayer, discernment, and reflection under the theme, “Renewed in the Spirit – One Mission, One in Mission.” The Chapter...
Kazhakootam, Kerala, INDIA. The sacred relics of St. John Paul II and St. Carlo Acutis were solemnly enshrined at Liat Catholic Centre, Kazhakootam, Kerala – St. Thomas Province, on the evening of August 15, 2026. The installation was led by Fr. Martin Vitayathil,...
