Jesuit presence on the Indian sub-continent dates back to the arrival of Francis Xavier in Goa on 6th May 1542. As for as the Tamil country was concerned, Francis Xavier and his companions had worked in the Pearl Fishery Coast, Mylapore and in other parts, preached the Gospel and planted the Catholic Church. The whole of India, including the Tamil country was part of the Goa Province, ...
Dear Friends, The month of August marks two significant celebrations: the Assumption of our Blessed Mother and the 79th Independence Day of our Nation. Both the celebrations speak of liberation: one, spiritual, and the other, sociopolitical. The Assumption of Mary reminds us of the destiny that awaits those who live in holiness and fidelity. In Mary, we see the fullness of human dignity and the promise of the resurrection. Pope Pius XII highlighted that the Assumption of Mary is a reward for a life lived in perfect communion with God. As members of Christ’s body, we are called to the same... Read More