KOLKATA SALESIANS FIND GRACE IN HOLYLAND

Kolkata Salesians find grace in Holyland

• Posted on 24-Sep-2025
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Shillong, September 24, 2025 – Six Salesians from the Kolkata Province—Fr. Tijo Thomas (Don Bosco Siliguri), Fr. Roshan Kullu (St. John Bosco Parish, Liluah), Fr. Pius Kerketta (Sacred Heart Quasi Parish, Dhajea), Fr. Denis Murmu (Don Bosco Katihar), Fr. Sudhir Khalkho (Don Bosco Malbasey), and Fr. Alphonse Soren (Don Bosco Parish, Azimganj)—are immersed in a transformative pilgrimage to the Holy Land, Jerusalem, following a month-long missionary formation course in Shillong. Halfway through their journey, Fr. Denis Murmu shares that the group is praying fervently for their province and communities, drawing profound inspiration from the sacred sites of Jesus and early Christian communities to deepen their missionary zeal.

The annual Missionary Course for Salesians of India, culminating in this Holyland pilgrimage, seeks to reignite their dedication to serving with love and commitment. By walking in the footsteps of Jesus, the Kolkata Salesians are seeking intercession and guidance to strengthen their apostolate, with the pilgrimage fostering spiritual renewal and a renewed focus on their mission to uplift the poorest youth in their communities.