Dear  Parish SCC Coordinators, The SCC Evaluation of 2018 threw up several ideas and suggestions – many of which have been implemented from February 2019 e.g. monthly Reflection Papers, cluster formation, parish and deanery SCC Rallies, online quarterly reporting, etc. We are now embarking on a survey of the state of SCCs in the Archdiocese of Bombay circa 2025. Use the Google form to get responses from your Core Group animators and others, latest by 30 December 2025. See thi

The phrase “ No one in want” is the official Vision statement and Mission of the  Small Christian Communities (SCCs) in the Archdiocese of Bombay . This Vision-Mission aims to ensure that all members of the community are looked after and supported.  The SCCs are a fundamental part of every parish, working to build vibrant communities that address the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of their members. This vision is in keeping with the latest Apostolic Exhortation on L

“Give the Best of Yourself – Faith and Life through Sport” This month (November), we celebrate ‘Sport’ in the Archdiocesan plan for the Jubilee Year 2025. Below is a summary of the document ‘Giving the best of yourself’ published by the Vatican Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life on the Christian perspective on Sport and the Human Person (1 June, 2018). Sport is a universal human gift that unites people beyond language, culture, and background. On the field or court, we disc

As India observed  World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, Mpower – an initiative of the Aditya Birla Education Trust– shared an...

The South Mumbai Deanery SCC Fellowship Program was successfully conducted on Sunday, 31st August 2025 at the premises of St. Teresa’s...

"Because faith, which is always God's gift and always to be asked for, must be nurtured  by us. Faith is the golden thread which binds us...

Parents' Day is a special occasion to honour and appreciate the unconditional love, support, and sacrifices made by parents. This was exhibited in each zone of St. Anthony’s Church, Vakola. Parents' Day was jointly celebrated on 27 th  July by Community 25 and 29 of Zone 4. It offered a beautiful platform for children and youth to express their gratitude and affection toward their parents. The event included a warm welcome, followed by a prayer service organized by the childr

St Peter’s Church Bandra,  was bustling with activity on Sunday 29 th  June 2025, extravagantly celebrating their Parish feast called...

As the month of July is dedicated to the Small Christian Communities (SCC) in the Archdiocese of Bombay, the Holy Family Parish witnessed...

“We want to be a small leaven of unity, communion and fraternity.” - Pope Leo XIV Download the reflection paper below.

We have come together today to reflect on the message of our late Holy Father, Pope Francis, for the World Day of Social Communications....

The Dignity of Work As we explore the topic of labour and work, it’s essential to recognise the dignity that comes with honest work. The...

A small gesture of service goes a long way in the hearts of those who receive it unexpectedly. A huge parish like St. Anthony’s Church, Vakola, is one such neighbourhood where the spirit of service does not cease to end. And the team of priests and PPC members ensured that gratitude was conveyed to its parishioners through an event – Appreciation Day. Appreciation Day was celebrated on 1 st  May 2025 to greet each parishioner actively involved in one or more ministries of the

Goregaon West, Mumbai – For the second consecutive year, Fr. Anto Denish and his dedicated team are hosting the much-anticipated sports...

A few glimpses of activities conducted by different SCCs of the parish in the months of August and September.

A few snippets from the Parents' Day Celebrations at the parish of Our Lady of Egypt, Kalina.

A few photographs from the Vianney Sunday celebrations at Divine Mercy Church, Bhayandar.

Thane South Deanery SCC Rally was held on Sunday, 28th January, 2024 at Holy Trinity Church, Powai Grounds from 6.30 p.m to 10.15 p.m. 10...

To all the Parish SCC Coordinators,Archdiocese of Bombay ​ My dear Collaborators, February is a month with Special days – Day of...

To all the Parish SCC Coordinators,Archdiocese of Bombay ​ My dear Collaborators, We have just entered the New Year 2024 – a year that is...