July 03, 2012: Pope Benedict XVI on Tuesday created a new diocese in Eastern Sri Lanka and appointed a bishop to it. The Pope split the Diocese of Trincomalee-Batticaloa into two, creating the new diocese of Batticaloa. At the same time the Pope has also appointed Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Ponniah of Trincomalee-Batticaloa as the first bishop of Batticaloa.
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Birthday Wishes
Fr. Stanislaus Philips OMI completed his 72nd birthday on 2 July, 2012. Fr. Stanislaus Philips is also the first Councillor in the Province of Jaffna. Number of Dioceson Priests and Jaffna District Oblates gathered to Celebrate his birthday at the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Voyage, Chaddy. Jafnna Province wishes him a showers of … Read moreBirthday Wishes
Birthday wishes
Frs. Christy OMI and Lebon OMI celebrated their birthday yesterday(28.06.2012). May God’s Joy brighten their life with his blessings and love.
Birthday wishes
Fr. Vincent Patrick OMI celebrates his birthday today, we, the Province of Jaffna wish him a good health in mind and body. May God’s Joy brighten your day with his blessings and love
Birthday wishes
Fr. S. Antony Muthu OMI celebrates his birthday today, we, the Province of Jaffna wish him a good health in mind and body. May God’s Joy brighten your day with his blessings and love.