St Joseph Interdiocesan Seminary, Mangalore, joyfully celebrated sthe feast of St Thomas the Apostle, the Apostle of India, with prayer, fellowship, and community spirit. The celebration commenced with the solemn celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 6:30 a.m. The main celebrant was Very Rev. Dr Clarence Paliath, Vicar General of the Diocese of Kannur, who invited the community to emulate the unwavering faith and missionary zeal of St Thomas in their vocation and daily lives.

Following the Holy Mass, prizes were distributed to the winners of the competitions held in connection with Laudato Si' Day, recognizing their creativity and commitment to promoting care for our common home. Br. Jerin, Secretary of the Malayala Samajam, proposed the vote of thanks, expressing sincere gratitude to the chief celebrant, the organizers, participants, and all those who contributed to the meaningful celebration.

The festivities concluded with a friendly basketball match at 8:30 a.m. between the Theology students and the combined team of Philosophy and Ministerial brothers. The match fostered fraternity, teamwork, and joyful companionship, bringing the celebration to a spirited and memorable rhythm.

The community of St Joseph's Interdiocesan Seminary joyfully celebrated the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul with prayer, fraternity, and joyful fellowship. The occasion also marked the feast day of the Bishop of Mangalore, Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, who is named after the two great Apostles. The celebration began with the Holy Eucharist at 6:30 a.m., celebrated by Rev. Fr Harry D'Souza. The liturgy invited the community to reflect on the steadfast faith, courageous witness, and missionary zeal of Saints Peter and Paul, whose lives continue to inspire the Church's mission.

As part of the day’s celebrations, a friendly football match was held at 8:30 a.m. between the Philosophers and Ministerial Year Brothers and the Theologians. Played in a spirit of healthy competition and fraternity, the match fostered camaraderie and strengthened the bonds of community among the seminarians. The celebration concluded on a joyful note, offering the seminary community an opportunity to honour the witness of Saints Peter and Paul while extending prayerful wishes to the Bishop of Mangalore on his feast day.

St Joseph’s Interdiocesan Seminary observed Laudato Si’ Day on with enthusiasm and a renewed commitment to environmental stewardship, inspired by the vision of Pope Francis in his encyclical Laudato Si’. The celebration commenced with Poster-Making and Best-Out-of-Waste Competitions conducted among the various fellowship groups. A formal programme followed, graced by the presence of Most Rev. Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza, Bishop Emeritus and Most Rev. Dr Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga Diocese. Addressing the gathering, Fr Maxim D’Souza emphasized the Christian responsibility of protecting creation and cultivating sustainable lifestyles. As a symbolic gesture promoting environmental care, Fr Antony Lasrado distributed saplings to the batch and fellowship leaders.

The programme was compered by Br Ashlin, who guided the proceedings with enthusiasm and grace. Following the formal session, the seminarians gathered in their respective fellowship groups to plant saplings across the seminary campus, symbolizing their commitment to nurturing and preserving the environment. The celebration concluded with each fellowship group being assigned specific environmental and maintenance responsibilities within the seminary premises. Through these practical initiatives, the seminarians reaffirmed their dedication to ecological responsibility and the spirit of Laudato Si’, making the day both meaningful and action-oriented.

The community of St. Joseph’s Interdiocesan Seminary, Mangalore, joyfully celebrated Theologians’ Day bringing together theological students and staff in a spirit of gratitude, fraternity, and reflection.The celebrations began with the Holy Eucharist at 6:15 a.m., solemnly presided over by Rev. Fr. Naveen Pinto, Judicial Vicar of the Diocese of Mangalore and Professor of Canon Law. The liturgy was prayerfully prepared and animated by the theological community, inviting the entire seminary family into a spirit of thanksgiving for the gift and journey of theological formation.

The highlight of the day was the colourful cultural programme held in the evening, creatively presented by theologians from the various years of formation. The presentations were inspired by the life and spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi, commemorating the 800th anniversary of his death. Following the cultural programme, the Message of the Day was delivered by Rev. Fr. Chetan Lobo, OFM Cap., Director of Assisi Press, Mangalore. The theme, “Brothers to All Creation,” resonated throughout the day’s events, reminding everyone that the heart of a theologian must be rooted in Christ’s hope and inspired to radiate His light and love to all creation.

St. Joseph Interdiocesan Seminary joyfully celebrated the Golden Birthday of Rev. Dr Alexander Kalarikkal, the Director of SJIT in an atmosphere of gratitude, prayer, and fellowship. The celebration commenced with the Holy Eucharist, solemnly presided over by Fr Alex. He was joined at the altar by the Most Rev. Dr Aloysius Paul Dsouza Bishop Emeritus, the Rector, and the staff members of the seminary. The Eucharistic celebration was a moment of thanksgiving to God for Fr Alex’s life, vocation, and dedicated service to the Church.

Following the Holy Mass, a brief felicitation programme was held in honour of Fr Alex. Fr Manoj and Br Loywin conveyed their heartfelt wishes and appreciation, highlighting Fr Alex’s inspiring presence and valuable contributions to the seminary community. The Rector, Fr Milton, the Bishop Emeritus, and Br Shenil also felicitated Fr Alex, expressing their gratitude and best wishes on this special occasion. Adding to the joy of the celebration, the seminary choir rendered a beautiful felicitation hymn. Fr Alex then addressed the gathering, expressing his sincere gratitude to everyone for their prayers, love, and thoughtful wishes.

The programme was efficiently compered by Br Anthony Prajwal. The celebration concluded with a spirit of thanksgiving and joy as the seminary community joined together in honouring Fr Alex on his Golden Birthday.

St Joseph Interdiocesan Seminary joyfully commemorated the Silver Jubilee of the priestly ordination of the priests ordained in the year 2001. The occasion was celebrated with a solemn Eucharistic celebration followed by a felicitation programme, creating an atmosphere of gratitude, joy, and thanksgiving. The Holy Eucharist was presided over by Rev. Fr Richard Pais of the Diocese of Shimoga together with his batchmates. Members of the seminary staff joined the celebration as concelebrants, expressing their fraternity and support for the jubilarian priests.

Following the Eucharistic celebration, a brief felicitation programme was conducted. Rev. Fr Rajesh M. Rosario, Rector of St Joseph Interdiocesan Seminary, extended a warm welcome to the gathering and compered the programme. As an expression of love and appreciation, the seminarians honoured the Silver Jubilarians with a beautiful song and the presentation of flowers, assuring them of their prayers and gratitude for their dedicated priestly ministry. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Rev. Fr Stany Pinto of the Diocese of Karwar, who expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to making the jubilee celebration meaningful and memorable. The Silver Jubilee celebration served as a special occasion of thanksgiving, renewal, and inspiration for the entire seminary community, encouraging all to continue their journey of faith and service with renewed zeal.

The inaugural ceremony of the Theologian's Social Academy for the academic year 2026-27 was held on June 9, 2026, at 2:30 pm. The event was graced by Rev. Fr Rajesh Rosario, Rector of the Seminary who gave inaugural address and Rev. Fr. Praveen Joy Saldanha, the co-ordinator of Theologians Social Academy. In his address, Rev. Fr. Rector emphasized the importance of theology in the practical world. He urged students live theology in day to day life. Rev. Fr Praveen Joy Saldanha enriched the gathering by giving the necessary instruction for the social academy and the changes in this academic year. The ceremony was coordinated by Br Melroy, the academy’s secretary, ensuring a smooth and meaningful event. The inauguration set a promising tone for the academy’s activities in the year ahead.

The Inauguration of the Sunday Ministry for the academic year 2026–2027 was held successfully on 4 June 2026, marking the beginning of a new phase of pastoral formation and service for the theology students. The program commenced with a prayer service led by the seminary choir, invoking God's blessings upon the ministry and its participants. Br Blany Fernandes, the student coordinator, graciously welcomed the gathering and served as the Master of Ceremonies for the event.

The chief guest, Fr Stany Pereira, Parish Priest of Bejai Church involved in parish ministry, delivered an enlightening orientation session. Drawing from his pastoral experience, he highlighted the practical dimensions and challenges of parish ministry, offering valuable insights especially for those undertaking Sunday Ministry for the first time. The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of the theology brothers and fostered a spirit of commitment, readiness, and zeal for pastoral ministry. It laid a strong foundation for a fruitful and meaningful Sunday Ministry experience in the coming year.

The academic year 2026–27 at St Joseph's Seminary was solemnly inaugurated on June 3, 2026, with the celebration of the Holy Spirit Mass followed by the Lectio Brevis programme. The theme chosen for the occasion, “Pastoral Formation: Being Connected to One Another in a Fragmented World,” set the spiritual and academic direction for the new year of formation.

The inaugural Holy Eucharist was celebrated by Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop of Mangalore Diocese together with Most Rev. Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza, Bishop Emeritus Mangalore Diocese and other priests. During the Eucharistic celebration, Bishop Peter Paul Saldanha delivered the homily, inviting the seminarians to remain open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit and to grow in their vocation through prayer, communion, and service.

Following the Mass, the Lectio Brevis programme formally marked the commencement of the academic year. The gathering began with a warm welcome by Fr Alexander Kalarikkal, Director of SJIT. The orientation address was delivered by the Rector, Fr. Rajesh Rosario, who encouraged the seminarians to approach the new academic year with commitment, discipline, and zeal for formation. He also gave insights on changes in the present academic year.

The Lectio Brevis address was then delivered by Most Rev. Dr. Peter Paul Saldanha, reflecting on the theme of pastoral formation, he emphasized the importance of fostering genuine human and pastoral relationships in an increasingly fragmented world. He highlighted the need for connectivity and communion among individuals and stressed that a Christ-like way of life enables seminarians to remain united with God and one another throughout their journey of formation. Drawing inspiration from the life and mission of Christ, he underscored the role of pastoral formation in shaping compassionate and servant-hearted leaders for the Church.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Br. Judhin, expressing gratitude to all those who contributed to the successful organization of the event. The proceedings were compered by Br. Melvin. The inauguration witnessed the active participation of formators, faculty members, seminarians, and distinguished guests. Their prayerful presence and involvement added significance to the occasion, renewing the seminary’s commitment to nurturing future servant-leaders dedicated to the mission of the Church and the service of society.