A
Carmelite at the helm of the CRI - Mysore:
On behalf of the Karnataka-Goa Province, we
congratulate Fr. Dominic Vas OCD, on being elected
as the President of the CRI (Mysore Unit) during the
general assembly held yesterday (15 February, 2015).
We promise him our prayers, so that he may be able
to animate the religious in the Diocese and make a
valuable contribution to the local Church.
30th Spiritual product of Fr. Rudolf V. D’Souza OCD The community at Sadbhavana, Bangalore was happy to
release the latest publication by our well-known
friar Rev. Fr. Rudolf V. D’Souza OCD. At the end of
the Sunday Eucharist on 1st March, 2015, Fr
Silvestre D’Souza OCD, Editor of “Springs of Living
Water” briefly introduced the book to the
congregation. Fr. Jerald D’Souza OCD, the
Delegate-Superior of the Carmelite community
formally unveiled the book: Seek and you will find.
The contents of this book first appeared in the form
of articles in the magazine of daily reflections
“Springs of Living Water.”
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Well Begun Half Done!!!
The Construction work is begun in Canada for the
Little Flower Formation House cum Spirituality
Centre. We wish all the very best for this project.
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Confirmation in Mira Road It was a joyful day for the parish and the Mother
Church as 215 young boys and girls received the
gifts of the Holy Spirit on the 28th of February, in
St. Joseph's Church, Mira Road. Most. Rev. Bishoph
John Rodrigues confirmed them during the Solemn
Eucharist concelebrated by the community Fathers.
May they be blessed abundantly and become the
effective instruments in the mighty hands of God.
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Junior Priests' Meet 2015 The meeting of Junior Priests of Karnataka- Goa
province was held in Stella Maris, Honnavar from 2nd
to 6th of February, 2015. Twenty four Priests and
Br. Malvino participated in this meet. Fr. George
Santhumayor, Councilor in-charge of On-going
formation presided over the inaugural mass and
preached an encouraging homily. Fr. Gregory D’Souza
enlightened the participants on the theme,
‘Carmelites Spiritual direction’ by his experiential
and wisdom filled input sessions. On the 5th of
February, a mass for the people was organized in St.
Sebastian’s Parish, Matadakeri where all the priests
concelebrated in the Eucharist and prayed for the
people.
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Ordination of Fr. Noel D’Cunha Dn. Noel D’Cunha was ordained by Most. Rev. Philip
Neri Ferrao, the archbishop of Goa and Daman on the
11th of February in the Carmelite Monastery, Acquem,
Margao. Frs. Ivo Dias and Mark Furtado organized the
meaningful liturgy. After the Mass Fr. Archibald
Gonsalves, the superior of the Monastery raised the
toast and wished the newly ordained all success in
his priestly ministry. Fr. Provincial expressed his
joy of having another young and bubbling priest for
the province and congratulated Fr. Noel. On this
graceful occasion he thanked his parents and honored
the benefactors who helped Fr. Noel to ascend the
altar of God. Fr. Noel thanked everyone who was
instrumental in making him a priest in the order of
Melchizedek.
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BREAKING NEWS FROM CANADA: The Blessing ceremony of the construction site of
the Little Flower Formation House cum Spirituality
Centre was solemnly conducted by Rev. Fr. Rudolf V.
D'Souza on his 28th Priestly Ordination Anniversary
on February 24th at 11.30 am. Alfred Horie
Construction Company had its equipment at site, and
Mr. Steve Paone the chief Managing Director directed
the cranes to uproot approximately 100 mighty trees
symbolically to begin the construction work at the
site immediately. Members from Guardian Angels
Parish, Secretary Riz Geronimo, Oscar and Heidi;
members from St. Edmond's Parish and Secular
Carmelites Molly Dias, Marylynn, and Susan - Larry
were present.
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Karmel Dongrar Somyacho Pashav - 1 : Infant Jesus shrine, Mangalore Infant Jesus Shrine organized Karmel Dongrar
Somyacho Pashav - a spiritual program on first
Sunday of Lent i.e., 21st Feb, 2015. It began at 5
pm with a meaningful and creative Way of the Cross
held in the open air. Faithfull carried the Cross
and meditated on the timely reflections on the
Stations of the Cross conducted by Rev Fr. Stephen
Pereira, Carmelite. . Rev. Fr. Deep Fernandes,
Carmelite preached a fitting homily on one of the
last words of Jesus from the Cross - “Father forgive
them they do not what they are doing.” This
spiritual program was ended with the adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament and benediction.
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Medical mission inaugurated at Infant Jesus shrine Fr Joe Tauro , the superior of St Joseph's monestry inaugurated the
Infant Jesus Medical Mission, a health information center at Infant
Jesus Shrine on Thursday, February 19. Dr Naveen Rodrigues gave
information about the center. Mark D' Souza gave information about
alcohol addiction. Fr Elias D' Souza, director of the shrine, Fr
Barnabas Monis and Fr Steven Pereira were present. Deacon Joseph C D'
Souza compered and proposed vote of thanks. The service will be
available on every Thursday from 10 am till 12.30 pm.
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New beginning - CARMEL PRERAN With this Lent we the Carmelites have reached
another milestone in our media ministry by launching
CARMEL PRERAN in Daijiworld 24x7 local TV channel
which is available world wide through website and
android app. We are grateful to you for support and
encouragement to CARMEL KIRAN which ran into 537
episodes from 30 Aug, 2013 to till date. Please note
that CARMEL KIRAN will run as usual on Divine Word
TV everyday morning and evening at 8. CARMEL PRERAN
is being telecast on Daijiworld24x7 TV every day at
7.30 am. You can follow us on
http://www.Youtube/Carmelpreran and
on
http://www.Facebook/carmelpreran.
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Seminar on Consecrated Life in the Third Millennium: Hopes and Challenges : Dhyanavana, Mysore January 26, Dhyanavana
International Institute of Spirituality, Mysore organized a full day seminar on
Consecrated life in the third millennium: hopes and challenges. At 9:00 am
seminar started with registration and at sharp 9:15 am programme was begun.
Participant’s response was enthralling and mind boggling. Sisters from 53
congregations from Mysore, ten congregation sisters from Dhyanavana and four men
congregation brothers and fathers participated in the Seminar.
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Mission exposure programme : Dhyanavana, Mysore January
21 to 23, 2015, a mission exposure programme was organized for Dhyanavana
student sisters at Mariapura village in Kollegal district. It was guided by ODP
NGO’S Staff members and it was headed by Sr. Felicie U F S. They initiated this
exposure programme through P.R.A. method that is Participatory Rural Appraisal.
This method helps to trace the needs of the villagers.
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THE INAUGURATION OF THE 5TH BIRTH CENTENARY OF ST. TERESA OF AVILA AT MATEKA AND MPANDAGINDO, SONGEA.
As the whole Order of the Discalced Carmelites
rejoices to celebrate the 5th birth centenary of the
reformer St. Teresa of Avila (1515 – 2015), the
Carmelites of Songea along with the lay faithful had
the privilege to inaugurate this Jubilee year with a
solemn celebration.
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INSTALLATION OF THE TABERNACLE AT THE PAROCHIAL HOUSE, MPANDAGINDO, SONGEA. “It is written,” he said to them, “My house will be
called a house of prayer, but you are making it a
den of robbers.” (Matthew 21:13). There was a real
need for a community chapel for the friars to have
their community prayers especially to have the
mental prayer at the Parochial House of the St.
Martin the Tour. After having received the
permission from the local ordinary, the Tabernacle
was installed in the Community Chapel by Rev. Fr.
Marlon Rodrigues OCD, the Regional Vicar during the
evening vespers on the day of Christmas.
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NEW YEAR CELEBRATION AT OUR LADY OF LOURDES SUBSTATION, MATEKA, SONGEA. ‘Begin Anew. Most of us will make resolutions as we
begin the New Year but the essential thing is to
keep up those resolutions. Mary lived by the promise
she made to the Lord and in the same way we need to
live by the promises we make to the Lord’ this is
what, Rev. Fr. Baptist Fernandes OCD, the new member
of the Carmelite Community preached in his homily
during the thanksgiving mass on 31st December.
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THE HOLY FAMILY FEAST AT NDILIMA LITEMBO SUBSTATION, SONGEA.
The family which prays together will live together,
was the theme on the Feast of the Holy Family. The
feast was celebrated with pomp and glory on 28th
December at Ndilima Litembo, one of the Substation
which is under the care of the Carmelites. The main
celebrant of the feast was Rev. Fr. Marlon Rodrigues,
the Regional Vicar. The celebration began with the
Holy Eucharist at 11 AM. There were a good number of
faithful present for the celebration.
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THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM AT OUR LADY OF LOURDES SUBSTATION, MATEKA, SONGEA. December 26th the Boxing Day and the feast of St.
Stephen the first martyr was solemnized by
conferring the sacrament of Baptism for 28 new born
children here at Our Lady of Lourdes substation,
Mateka. The Solemn Eucharistic Celebration was
presided over by Rev. Fr. Marlon Rodrigues, the
Regional Vicar of the Carmelites along with Fr.
Roshan Pinto. The mass began at 9 AM with a solemn
procession.
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THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM AT ST MARTIN THE TOUR PARISH, MPANDAGINDO, SONGEA. "Let the little children come to me, and do not
hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such
as these” said the Lord. On Boxing Day the
parishioners of St. Martin the Tour Parish,
Mpandagindo, solemnized the feast of St. Stephen,
the first Martyr, by having the baptism for 25
children. The solemn Eucharistic celebration began
at 9 PM. Rev. Fr. Vivian Menezes OCD, the Parish
Priest presided over the Eucharist and baptised the
little ones.
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BISHOP OF TRAPANI VISITS SCALA January 26, 2015: As the Indians celebrated the
Republic Day and had the privilege of welcoming Mr
Barack Obama, President of USA; the Carmelites of
Scala community in Rome had the honour of welcoming
His Excellency Most Rev. Pietro Maria Fragnelli,
Bishop of Trapani. Fr Wilfred Pais welcomed the
Bishop and thanked for his friendly visit to our
community which enhanced the joy of the community.
After having seen the relic of St Teresa of Avila
and the Church, He presided over the Eucharistic
celebration and during the homily taking into
consideration the rich legacy and the spirituality
of the Carmelite Saints invited all to walk in the
footsteps of St Teresa of Avila in following Jesus
Christ.
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The walking staff of
the first woman ‘Doctor’ of the Catholic Church
arrived Tanzania on the 14th Jan 2015 accompanied by
the team of pilgrims from Spain namely Amaya
Alvarez, Pablo Montesinos, Cristina Marcos and Fr.
Jerome Paluku, Asst mission secretary from
Generalate. The entire Catholic Church joining with
the Reformed Order of the Carmelites of St. Teresa
of Avila marks the 500th Birthday of St. Teresa who
is noted for her life of prayer, prayer for the
church and efforts to reform the Carmelite Order.
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RELIC ARRIVES IN DAR ES SALAAM - ST. TERESA OF AVILA SUB STATION 16th January, 2015 the relic was taken by flight
from Mwanza to Dar Es Salaam. The plane landed at
2.15pm and the relic was received at the airport by
Discalced Carmelite friars and the OCDS members. The
three cars decorated proceeded to St. Peter Claver
parish where the relic was received solemnly with
singing and celebration. There was exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament. At 5 pm there was the solemn
Eucharistic celebration presided over by Rev. Fr.
Benno the Dean and parish priest of Kibaha parish
and concelebrated by the Carmelite priests and
Diocesan priests.
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RELIC ARRIVES IN DAR ES SALAAM - ST. THERESE OF THE CHILD JESUS PARISH At 9 am the relic was taken to St. Therese of
the Child Jesus Parish where the people along with
children and sang and offered flowers expressing
their joy. The relic was taken in procession to the
church. The Eucharistic celebration was presided
over by Fr. Marlon Rodrigues OCD. The veneration of
the relic was held after the mass.
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RELIC ARRIVES IN MOROGORO - KOLA SEMINARY At 3pm the journey to Morogoro began and we
reached Kola formation community where the community
welcomed the relic at the gate with songs and
dancing. The vespers were sung and the community
spent some time in meditation till 9 pm.
RELIC ARRIVES IN KIHONDA OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL CHURCH At 9.20 pm the relic was received at Kihonda Mt.
Carmel church, where religious and lay people
gathered and had the night vigil with exposition of
the Blessed Sacrament. On 18thmorning Sunday the two
masses were presided over by Rev. Fr. Mloka, the
Rector of St. Peter’s seminary Diocese of Morogoro.
In the afternoon at 1.30 pm the relic and the
pilgrims travelled to Dar es salaam to fly to
Madagascar via Kenya at 7.10 pm.
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This website was launched in 2006 during the silver
jubilee celebrations of the Karnataka-Goa Province of
the Discalced Carmelite Order.
The ancient Carmelites founded in the thirteenth century
were reformed in the sixteenth by two great doctors of
the church, Saints Teresa and John of the Cross. These
spiritual geniuses, while re-enforcing the contemplative
dimension of the Carmelites, inserted a decidedly
apostolic thrust into their spirituality, with special
emphasis on the missions.
During the seventeenth century, we find Carmelite
missionaries in several pockets along the west coast of
the Indian sub-continent : Surat, Diu, Goa, Verapoly. In
the eighteenth, Carmelites were appointed vicars
apostolic of "the Great Mogul" and Verapoly. They are
invited to attend to the pastoral needs of the Catholics
in Mumbai. In the nineteenth century, the sees of
Mangalore and Quilon were entrusted to the sons of St.
Teresa.
Finally, in the twentieth century, the Discalced
Carmelites opened their doors to Indian natives, who
would henceforth draw more freely from the rich
spiritual treasures of Sts. Teresa, John of the Cross,
and other Carmelite interreters of the Good News of
Jesus.
As Indian vocations multiplied, more and more
foundations were made, and grouped into "provinces".
Today among more than thirty provinces world-wide, there
are five Indian provinces . One of these is the
Karnataka-Goa province.
The aim of this web-site is, primarily to acquaint
readers with Carmelite history and tradition; to share
the spiritual insights of the great Carmelite saints and
also give glimpses of the life within the province to
all our associates. Articles of topical interest have
also been included.
New
book to be released
Here is
SEEK AND YOU WILL FIND
another new book by Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD.
The book contains a beautiful FOREWORD by Rev. Fr.
Charles Serrao OCD (Provincial). This is the 30th
literary product by Fr. Rudolf. This compendium is a
collection of his articles published on the Living
Water monthly Gospel reflections by Dhyanavana
Publications of Karnataka Goa Province of the
Carmelites.
These articles are short but filled with common wisdom
and practical material for anyone who wants to seek and
find God's presence in daily life. We wish all the best
to his new book and pray that this instrument may help
all those who seek God in their lives to be powerful in
their ministry and mission.
HOMILIES IN ENGLISH (VIDEO):
The following homilies have been preached by Rev. Fr.
Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD, Parish Priest at Guardian Angels
Church, Vancouver Canada.The first three homilies are of
his Lenten mission reflections in the parish.
The remaining are Sunday homilies which will be
regularly uploaded. All our friends and well-wishers are
most welcome to benefit from these reflections.
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REFLECTIONS IN KONKANI (Audio)
You are welcome to benefit spiritually from the
reflections of our Carmelite Friar - Rev. (Dr) Rudolf
V. D’Souza, OCD
Retreat preached on the theme “The Kingdom of God is
at hand” at Abu Dhabi, from 26 November to 2 December,
2009.
Day 1: The Kingdom of God
Day 2: The Beatitudes
Day 3: The Seven Sacraments
Day 4: the Ten Commandments
Day 5: Holy Mother, the Church and Mother mary
Day 6A: Family
Day 6B: Love
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Retreat preached at Ruwi – Muscat (Oman) from 20 to 24 January 2008
THEME: JESUS CAME TO GIVE LIFE, LIFE IN ABUNDANCE (JOHN
10:10)
1. ABUNDANT LIFE - GOD
2. FORGIVENESS
3. LOVE
4. SUFFERINGS
5. 7 WORDS FROM THE CROSS AND RESURRECTION
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A
Carmelite at the helm of the CRI - Mysore:
The community at Sadbhavana, Bangalore was happy to
release the latest publication by our well-known
friar Rev. Fr. Rudolf V. D’Souza OCD. At the end of
the Sunday Eucharist on 1st March, 2015, Fr
Silvestre D’Souza OCD, Editor of “Springs of Living
Water” briefly introduced the book to the
congregation. Fr. Jerald D’Souza OCD, the
Delegate-Superior of the Carmelite community
formally unveiled the book: Seek and you will find.
The contents of this book first appeared in the form
of articles in the magazine of daily reflections
“Springs of Living Water.”
It was a joyful day for the parish and the Mother
Church as 215 young boys and girls received the
gifts of the Holy Spirit on the 28th of February, in
St. Joseph's Church, Mira Road. Most. Rev. Bishoph
John Rodrigues confirmed them during the Solemn
Eucharist concelebrated by the community Fathers.
May they be blessed abundantly and become the
effective instruments in the mighty hands of God. 
The meeting of Junior Priests of Karnataka- Goa
province was held in Stella Maris, Honnavar from 2nd
to 6th of February, 2015. Twenty four Priests and
Br. Malvino participated in this meet. Fr. George
Santhumayor, Councilor in-charge of On-going
formation presided over the inaugural mass and
preached an encouraging homily. Fr. Gregory D’Souza
enlightened the participants on the theme,
‘Carmelites Spiritual direction’ by his experiential
and wisdom filled input sessions. On the 5th of
February, a mass for the people was organized in St.
Sebastian’s Parish, Matadakeri where all the priests
concelebrated in the Eucharist and prayed for the
people. 
Dn. Noel D’Cunha was ordained by Most. Rev. Philip
Neri Ferrao, the archbishop of Goa and Daman on the
11th of February in the Carmelite Monastery, Acquem,
Margao. Frs. Ivo Dias and Mark Furtado organized the
meaningful liturgy. After the Mass Fr. Archibald
Gonsalves, the superior of the Monastery raised the
toast and wished the newly ordained all success in
his priestly ministry. Fr. Provincial expressed his
joy of having another young and bubbling priest for
the province and congratulated Fr. Noel. On this
graceful occasion he thanked his parents and honored
the benefactors who helped Fr. Noel to ascend the
altar of God. Fr. Noel thanked everyone who was
instrumental in making him a priest in the order of
Melchizedek.
The Blessing ceremony of the construction site of
the Little Flower Formation House cum Spirituality
Centre was solemnly conducted by Rev. Fr. Rudolf V.
D'Souza on his 28th Priestly Ordination Anniversary
on February 24th at 11.30 am. Alfred Horie
Construction Company had its equipment at site, and
Mr. Steve Paone the chief Managing Director directed
the cranes to uproot approximately 100 mighty trees
symbolically to begin the construction work at the
site immediately. Members from Guardian Angels
Parish, Secretary Riz Geronimo, Oscar and Heidi;
members from St. Edmond's Parish and Secular
Carmelites Molly Dias, Marylynn, and Susan - Larry
were present. 
Infant Jesus Shrine organized Karmel Dongrar
Somyacho Pashav - a spiritual program on first
Sunday of Lent i.e., 21st Feb, 2015. It began at 5
pm with a meaningful and creative Way of the Cross
held in the open air. Faithfull carried the Cross
and meditated on the timely reflections on the
Stations of the Cross conducted by Rev Fr. Stephen
Pereira, Carmelite. . Rev. Fr. Deep Fernandes,
Carmelite preached a fitting homily on one of the
last words of Jesus from the Cross - “Father forgive
them they do not what they are doing.” This
spiritual program was ended with the adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament and benediction.
Fr Joe Tauro , the superior of St Joseph's monestry inaugurated the
Infant Jesus Medical Mission, a health information center at Infant
Jesus Shrine on Thursday, February 19. Dr Naveen Rodrigues gave
information about the center. Mark D' Souza gave information about
alcohol addiction. Fr Elias D' Souza, director of the shrine, Fr
Barnabas Monis and Fr Steven Pereira were present. Deacon Joseph C D'
Souza compered and proposed vote of thanks. The service will be
available on every Thursday from 10 am till 12.30 pm.
With this Lent we the Carmelites have reached
another milestone in our media ministry by launching
CARMEL PRERAN in Daijiworld 24x7 local TV channel
which is available world wide through website and
android app. We are grateful to you for support and
encouragement to CARMEL KIRAN which ran into 537
episodes from 30 Aug, 2013 to till date. Please note
that CARMEL KIRAN will run as usual on Divine Word
TV everyday morning and evening at 8. CARMEL PRERAN
is being telecast on Daijiworld24x7 TV every day at
7.30 am. You can follow us on
January 26, Dhyanavana
International Institute of Spirituality, Mysore organized a full day seminar on
Consecrated life in the third millennium: hopes and challenges. At 9:00 am
seminar started with registration and at sharp 9:15 am programme was begun.
Participant’s response was enthralling and mind boggling. Sisters from 53
congregations from Mysore, ten congregation sisters from Dhyanavana and four men
congregation brothers and fathers participated in the Seminar.
January
21 to 23, 2015, a mission exposure programme was organized for Dhyanavana
student sisters at Mariapura village in Kollegal district. It was guided by ODP
NGO’S Staff members and it was headed by Sr. Felicie U F S. They initiated this
exposure programme through P.R.A. method that is Participatory Rural Appraisal.
This method helps to trace the needs of the villagers. 
TERESA OF AVILA AT MATEKA AND MPANDAGINDO, SONGEA.
“It is written,” he said to them, “My house will be
called a house of prayer, but you are making it a
den of robbers.” (Matthew 21:13). There was a real
need for a community chapel for the friars to have
their community prayers especially to have the
mental prayer at the Parochial House of the St.
Martin the Tour. After having received the
permission from the local ordinary, the Tabernacle
was installed in the Community Chapel by Rev. Fr.
Marlon Rodrigues OCD, the Regional Vicar during the
evening vespers on the day of Christmas.
‘Begin Anew. Most of us will make resolutions as we
begin the New Year but the essential thing is to
keep up those resolutions. Mary lived by the promise
she made to the Lord and in the same way we need to
live by the promises we make to the Lord’ this is
what, Rev. Fr. Baptist Fernandes OCD, the new member
of the Carmelite Community preached in his homily
during the thanksgiving mass on 31st December.
December 26th the Boxing Day and the feast of St.
Stephen the first martyr was solemnized by
conferring the sacrament of Baptism for 28 new born
children here at Our Lady of Lourdes substation,
Mateka. The Solemn Eucharistic Celebration was
presided over by Rev. Fr. Marlon Rodrigues, the
Regional Vicar of the Carmelites along with Fr.
Roshan Pinto. The mass began at 9 AM with a solemn
procession. 
"Let the little children come to me, and do not
hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such
as these” said the Lord. On Boxing Day the
parishioners of St. Martin the Tour Parish,
Mpandagindo, solemnized the feast of St. Stephen,
the first Martyr, by having the baptism for 25
children. The solemn Eucharistic celebration began
at 9 PM. Rev. Fr. Vivian Menezes OCD, the Parish
Priest presided over the Eucharist and baptised the
little ones. 
January 26, 2015: As the Indians celebrated the
Republic Day and had the privilege of welcoming Mr
Barack Obama, President of USA; the Carmelites of
Scala community in Rome had the honour of welcoming
His Excellency Most Rev. Pietro Maria Fragnelli,
Bishop of Trapani. Fr Wilfred Pais welcomed the
Bishop and thanked for his friendly visit to our
community which enhanced the joy of the community.
After having seen the relic of St Teresa of Avila
and the Church, He presided over the Eucharistic
celebration and during the homily taking into
consideration the rich legacy and the spirituality
of the Carmelite Saints invited all to walk in the
footsteps of St Teresa of Avila in following Jesus
Christ. 
The walking staff of
the first woman ‘Doctor’ of the Catholic Church
arrived Tanzania on the 14th Jan 2015 accompanied by
the team of pilgrims from Spain namely Amaya
Alvarez, Pablo Montesinos, Cristina Marcos and Fr.
Jerome Paluku, Asst mission secretary from
Generalate. The entire Catholic Church joining with
the Reformed Order of the Carmelites of St. Teresa
of Avila marks the 500th Birthday of St. Teresa who
is noted for her life of prayer, prayer for the
church and efforts to reform the Carmelite Order.
16th January, 2015 the relic was taken by flight
from Mwanza to Dar Es Salaam. The plane landed at
2.15pm and the relic was received at the airport by
Discalced Carmelite friars and the OCDS members. The
three cars decorated proceeded to St. Peter Claver
parish where the relic was received solemnly with
singing and celebration. There was exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament. At 5 pm there was the solemn
Eucharistic celebration presided over by Rev. Fr.
Benno the Dean and parish priest of Kibaha parish
and concelebrated by the Carmelite priests and
Diocesan priests. 
At 9 am the relic was taken to St. Therese of
the Child Jesus Parish where the people along with
children and sang and offered flowers expressing
their joy. The relic was taken in procession to the
church. The Eucharistic celebration was presided
over by Fr. Marlon Rodrigues OCD. The veneration of
the relic was held after the mass.
At 3pm the journey to Morogoro began and we
reached Kola formation community where the community
welcomed the relic at the gate with songs and
dancing. The vespers were sung and the community
spent some time in meditation till 9 pm.
At 9.20 pm the relic was received at Kihonda Mt.
Carmel church, where religious and lay people
gathered and had the night vigil with exposition of
the Blessed Sacrament. On 18thmorning Sunday the two
masses were presided over by Rev. Fr. Mloka, the
Rector of St. Peter’s seminary Diocese of Morogoro.
In the afternoon at 1.30 pm the relic and the
pilgrims travelled to Dar es salaam to fly to
Madagascar via Kenya at 7.10 pm.
Finally, in the twentieth century, the Discalced
Carmelites opened their doors to Indian natives, who
would henceforth draw more freely from the rich
spiritual treasures of Sts. Teresa, John of the Cross,
and other Carmelite interreters of the Good News of
Jesus.
