“I write these lines as a spiritual leader, empathizing with the sentiments of millions of people at this moment… I write with love towards all, seeking a durable solution, praying for an end forever to the periodic darkness that envelops our dear nation…”
~ Cardinal Charles Maung Bo, Archbishop of Yangon, wrote in a message to the people of Myanmar and the international community following the Feb. 1 military coup in the Southeast Asian nation.
What is going on in Myanmar? What is the Catholic Church calling for today?
What is the local Catholic population? How many dioceses, bishops are there…
All you need to know about the Church in Myanmar in one click
In charge: Father S. Pitchaimuthu
Addresses: St. Xavier's Pastoral Centre & Communication Centre, Netaji Nagar, Uppalam, Pondicherry - 605 001, Tel: (91) 413-235 6259/235 3411
St. Xavier pastoral center acts as a cultural center
Catholic Educational Institutions
Post-secondary School:
38
Primary School:
111
Primary School - Students:
9,285
Post-secondary School - Students:
29,942
Middle School:
30
Middle School - Students:
12,746
Secondary School:
21
Secondary School - Students:
4,973
Major Archdiocesan Commissions and Organizations
Archdiocesan Education Board: Father J. Pau
Commission for Bible: Father Maria Selvam
Commission for Catechism and Liturgy: Father P. A. Aruldoss
Commission for Clergy, Religious, Seminarians and Vocation: Father V. S. Lourdusamy
Commission for Evangelization, Ecumenism and Dialogue: Father S. Maria Joseph
Commission for Family, Laity and Labour: Father I. Ratchagar
Commission for Health and Pro-Life: Father S. Antonysamy
Commission for Justice, Peace and Development: Father A.S. Antonisamy
