OFFICIAL - Vianney Sunday 2025

We celebrate the Feast of St John Marie Vianney, patron of priests engaged in the pastoral ministry, on August 10, 2025. This year, our celebration is made even more meaningful as we journey together through the Jubilee Year, a time of grace, hope, and renewal in the life of the Church.

To all our dear priests: I offer my heartfelt thanks. Like the Curé of Ars, you serve quietly and generously, bringing God's mercy and presence into people's lives. Whether in parishes, hospitals, schools, institutions, or mission stations, your priestly ministry builds up their faith and strengthens their commitment to Christ. In this special Jubilee Year, may your vocation be renewed with deep joy, strength, and peace.

To our faithful donors and benefactors: your generosity, prayers, and personal visits to our retired priests at Clergy Home reflect your deep love for the Church and her shepherds. Your kindness brings love and comfort to those who have spent their lives in service. I thank you sincerely, on behalf of the Archdiocese, for your generosity and continued support.

Let us entrust ourselves to the intercession of St John Marie Vianney. May his example inspire each of us to live our Christian calling with fidelity and love. Please continue to pray for all our priests, especially the elderly and infirm, and know that you too are remembered with gratitude in our prayers.

A blessed and joyful Vianney Sunday to each of you!

✠ John Rodrigues

Archbishop of Bombay

July 28, 2025