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Holy Family Church building -outside view

Welcome to the Holy Family Church, a Roman Catholic Church under the Diocese of Calcutta, located at Kestopur, Tarulia 1st Lane, Krishnapur, New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, 700102. We are firm believers in God’s unconditional love and grace through Jesus Christ, who is the only key to transforming people’s lives and communities. We are committed to sharing this good news with people around the world and equipping them to find, follow, and fulfill God’s destiny for their lives.

The ministry’s vision is inspired by the Bible, specifically Matthew 28:19-20, where Jesus Christ commissioned His disciples, saying: ‘Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

Brief History of Holy Family Church

In March 1892, Father Deprins from Raghapur visited Kestopur at the request of some locals. By August 1892, a small chapel was built. In 1905, this substation was managed by St. Teresa’s, which was attached to Morapai, then Sacred Heart Parish in 1909, followed by visits from Dum Dum in 1912. The substation alternated between Sacred Heart Parish, St. Teresa’s, Dum Dum, and St. Xavier’s College, while remaining part of Dum Dum parish. In 1998, a new church was built, followed by the construction of a priest’s residence and a school in 2000. That same year, the parish was officially established and entrusted to the OFM (Capuchins).

By Parish Priest

Holy Family Church,

Our Parish priest Rev. Fr. Manoj Soreng
Fr. Manoj Soreng
Fr Remish Ekka
Fr. Remish Ekka
Rev. Fr Seraphinus Ekka
Fr. Seraphinus Ekka
Rev. Fr Arvind Tirkey
Fr. Arvind Tirkey

OFFICE TIMING

  • MONDAY TO FRIDAY:  9:00 AM TO 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM TO 6:00 PM
  • SATURDAY : 9:00 AM TO 12:30 PM

MASS TIMING

Normal Sunday
  • BANGLA MASS:  6:30 AM TO 08:00 AM 
  • HINDI MASS: 8:30 AM TO 09:45 AM
Christmas Eve Vigil Mass
  • HINDI MASS:  7:30 PM TO 09:30 PM 
  • BANGLA MASS: 10:00 PM TO 12:30 AM
Christmas Sunday
  • COMMON MASS:  8:00 AM TO 09:30 AM 
Easter Night Mass
  • HINDI MASS:  7:30 PM TO 09:30 PM 
  • BANGLA MASS: 10:00 PM TO 12:30 AM
Easter Sunday
  • COMMON MASS:  8:00 AM TO 09:30 AM 

Prayer Request

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Latest Updates

Holy Family Church Kestopur Kolkata: SSC/BEC Day Celebration 2024

Holy Family Church Kestopur Kolkata: SSC/BEC Day Celebration 2024 SEQUENCE OF CELEBRATIONS PROCESSION PROCESSION The day began with a lively Bible procession led by parishioners, who walked from the church campus through Kestopur village, singing praises in Hindi, Sadri, and Bengali to honor the glory of Christ. See More Picture ENTRANCE DANCE ENTRANCE DANCE Welcome and Entrance dance, performed by the Youth Team from the Bangla Group as part of our Youth and Family Programs More Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus Then Jesus said to him, “Go

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Biography of Cardinal Telesphore Toppo: India’s First Tribal Cardinal

Biography of Cardinal Telesphore Toppo: India’s First Tribal Cardinal – On October 4, 2023, the Indian Catholic Church mourned the passing of His Eminence Telesphore Placidus Cardinal Toppo, Archbishop Emeritus of Ranchi, Jharkhand. At the age of 84, he passed away at Constant Lievens Hospital in Mandar, Ranchi, after several months of being bedridden due to age-related health issues. Cardinal Toppo’s death represents a profound loss for the church and the many communities he served throughout his life. Cardinal Toppo was the Bishop of Dumka from 1978 to 1984 and

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Our Pope

POPE's MESSAGE

MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS FOR WORLD MISSION DAY 2024 Go and invite everyone to the banquet (cf. Mt 22:9).

Our Arch Bishop Thomas

ARCHBISHOP'S MESSAGE

The Catechism teaches that Christ is at the center of the angelic realm. They are His angels (see Matthew 25:31) because they were created through Him and for Him (see Colossians 1:16).

Our Parish priest Rev. Fr. Manoj Soreng

PARISH PRIEST'S MESSAGE

The Catechism teaches that Christ is at the center of the angelic realm. They are His angels (see Matthew 25:31) because they were created through Him and for Him (see Colossians 1:16).

Rev .Fr Remish Ekka School

PRINCIPAL HELP DESK

The mission and objectives of St. Francis Academy are dedicated to fostering a learning environment that cultivates intellectual enlightenment, spiritual inspiration, emotional balance, moral integrity, social responsibility, and personal achievement.

GENERAL INFORMATION

This website provides a platform for all parishioners to create and post their own content related to the church, including images and videos, accessible from the main page and footer menu. Parishioners can also submit prayer requests, which will be reach directly to the parish priest and deligated individuals. We encourage you to make use of these features.

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Testimonial

A Source of Spiritual Strength and Excellent Service

I am truly blessed to be part of the Holy Family Church community in Kestopur. This church has been a source of spiritual strength, comfort, and growth for me and my family. From the very first day we attended, we felt the warmth and welcoming spirit of the congregation. need of a supportive and dependable partner in their business endeavors.

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A Place of Beautiful Liturgies

The church’s mission of service and compassion is reflected in every aspect of its work, from the beautiful liturgies to the community outreach programs that support the underprivileged. The dedicated leadership of the priests and the strong sense of fellowship among the parishioners have helped foster a loving, faith-filled environment where everyone feels at home.

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Holy Family Church Kestopur Kolkata: SSC/BEC Day Celebration 2024

ON 27.10.2024

Proverbs 16:3

Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.
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Up-Comming Christmass Vigil Nighty

ON 24.12.2024

ISAIAH 9:6

For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
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Annual Feasts and Festivals

In addition to major festivals such as Christmas Vigil Night, Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Easter, Holy Family Church also celebrates several other significant festivals and feasts throughout the year. These include:

  1. First Holy Communion – A sacred occasion where young parishioners receive the Eucharist for the first time.
  2. Holy Confirmation – A solemn day when individuals affirm their faith and receive the sacrament of Confirmation.
  3. St. Monica Day Celebration – Honoring St. Monica, celebrated as a model of faithful motherhood.
  4. Parish Day – A day dedicated to celebrating the unity and community spirit within the parish.
  5. Women’s Day – Recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women in the church and community.
  6. Father’s Day – Acknowledging the role and importance of fathers and father figures in faith and family.
  7. BEC (Basic Ecclesial Community) Day – A day focused on strengthening community bonds and spreading the Gospel
  8. Organised Parish Level Picnic.

These celebrations are observed in alignment with the liturgical calendar and cultural practices observed across India.

Public Notices & News

BEC Day Celebration 2024

Summary of the PPC Meeting on BEC Day Celebration Held on 28.09.2024 A meeting involving the BEC Animators, PPC members, and the Parish Priest was

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Anupa Rekha and Sri Pascal Ekka-Reception

25th Wedding Anniversary Mrs. Anupa Rekha and Mr. Pascal Ekka

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur 25 Years of Love: A Journey of Trust and Solidarity - Mrs. Anupa Rekha and Mr. Pascal Ekka- Here's to 25 years of love, faith, and endless blessings—and many more to come!

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