Welcome to the Diocese of Mysore
A pilgrim Church serving the faithful of Mysuru, Mandya, and Chamarajanagar since 1886.
A Pilgrim Church Since 1886
Rooted in the Gospel, growing in faith, and sent out in mission across Karnataka.
Find a Parish Near You
Discover the parishes, deaneries, and communities that make up our local Church.
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Our Shepherd
A Message from Our Bishop
Welcome to the Diocese of Mysore. Together as one family of faith, we walk in the light of Christ — serving our parishes, our institutions and all people of goodwill across Mysuru, Mandya and Chamarajanagar.
Our Story
Rooted in Faith since 1886
For well over a century the Diocese of Mysore has proclaimed the Gospel, celebrated the sacraments and served the poor across southern Karnataka — a family of parishes, religious communities and institutions walking together in faith.
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1886
Diocese of Mysore erected
On 1 September 1886 Pope Leo XIII established the Catholic hierarchy in India, and Mysore became a diocese.
At a Glance
The Diocese Today
- Parishes
- 80
- Priests
- 216
- Religious
- 1,135
- Faithful
- 117,790
Serving Together
Commissions & Associations
Catechetical Commission
Forming catechists and handing on the faith to children and adults.
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Fostering reverent, prayerful and well-prepared liturgical celebrations.
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Accompanying couples and families from marriage preparation onwards.
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Walking with young people in faith, friendship and service.
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Encouraging and accompanying vocations to priesthood and religious life.
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Supporting Catholic schools and value-based education across the diocese.
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Youth Movement
Young Catholics growing together in prayer, leadership and service.
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Serving God under the banner of Mary through prayer and apostolic work.
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Serving the poor and the needy in person, with dignity and love.
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Renewing parish life through prayer, praise and the gifts of the Spirit.
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Uniting Catholic women in faith, fellowship and service to society.
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Moments of Grace
From Our Gallery
Our gallery is being prepared
Photographs from parish feasts, ordinations and diocesan celebrations will appear here soon.
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