Mysuru: The foundation for the new entrance gate of St. Joseph’s Cathedral, (St. Philomena’s Church), was laid in the presence of the Arch Bishop Emeritus and the Apostolic Administrator of Mysore Diocese Most Rev. Dr. Bernard Moras, Vicar General of Mysore Diocese Rev. Msgr. Alfred John Mendonca, Financial Administrator Rev. Fr. Sebastian Alexander, Chancellor Rev….
Christmas celebrated with religious fervour
December 25, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Marking the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas was celebrated across the city with grandeur and religious fervour last night. All churches were colourfully decorated for the festive occasion, resonating with carol singing and Holy Mass. Church services, including Midnight Mass on Christmas eve, are significant events. Last evening, homes, streets and public spaces were…
X-mas fervour in city
December 24, 2023St. Philomena’s Church, a prominent cathedral of Mysuru to herald the arrival of Jesus Christ with a series of rituals, under the leadership of Archbishop Emeritus Bernard Moras Mysore/Mysuru: Christmas fervour is fast gripping the city with Churches all decked up to welcome the arrival of Jesus Christ, with a series of rituals and prayers,…
Christmas Carnival extended at St. Philomena’s Church
December 24, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Following overwhelmingly response from the public, the three-day Christmas Carnival organised at St. Philomena’s Church, which was scheduled to conclude yesterday, has been extended for two more days — Dec. 24 and 25. The Christmas Carnival will be open for public between 10 am and 10 pm on both days. Entry is free. The…
St. Philomena’s Church beckons visitors to Christmas Carnival
December 22, 2023As part of the three-day Christmas Carnival from Dec. 21 to 23 at St. Philomena’s Church premises in city, the imposing Church structure has been colourfully illuminated to beckon the visitors in large numbers to witness the day-long fun-filled events.
3-day Christmas Carnival begins at St. Philomena’s Church
December 21, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The fun and frolic of a winter carnival, rolled into one exciting event, the ‘Christmas Carnival,’ began at St. Philomena’s Church in city this morning. The three-day carnival will conclude on Dec. 23. Fr. Staney Almeda, Parish Priest of St. Joseph’s Cathedral in St. Philomena’s Church, speaking to Star of Mysore this morning, said…
Christmas Carnival-2023 at St. Philomena’s Church from Dec. 21 to 23
December 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: St. Philomena’s Church, Mysuru, has announced its upcoming Christmas Carnival-2023, the second edition of a fun-filled event embracing the spirit of the holiday season. The Carnival will take place from Dec. 21 to 23 at its premises in city from 10 am to 10 pm. This festive celebration aims to bring all the communities…
St. Mary’s School alumni honour retd. teachers of 1978-82 batch
July 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The Alumni Association of St. Mary’s School, St. Philomena’s Church premises, had organised a function at a hotel in city recently to honour four retired teachers of St. Mary’s School (1978-82 batch). The retired teachers, who were felicitated are Shaheen Taj, Sherli Narona, Jaya Chinappa and M. Elizabeth. MLA Tanveer Sait, an alumnus of…
Midnight Mass marks X-mas celebrations
December 25, 2022Mysore/Mysuru: After a two-year gap due to COVID pandemic, Christmas was celebrated by Christian community members with grandeur and gaiety in the city last night. All Churches in the city were specially decorated for the grand celebration, marked by Carol singing and Holy Mass. The devotees who congregated at St. Philomena’s Church joined the mass…
Pope Francis’ Ambassador to India visits St. Philomena’s Church
April 26, 2022Mysore/Mysuru: The Apostolic Nuncio to India, Most Rev. Leopoldo Girelli, who is Pope Francis’ Ambassador to India, visited St. Philomena’s Church in city yesterday. The Vatican Ambassador to India and Nepal, participating in the prayer meeting, prayed for the well-being of all. Later, Bishop of Mysuru Most Rev. Dr. K.A. William, Bishop Emeritus Rev. Thomas…
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