2nd Goa Marian Congress &
12th Indian National Meet
“In the end, my Immaculate Heart will triumph.”
— Our Lady at Fatima · 13 July 1917Two Days in the Company of Saints Francisco & Jacinta The Sacred Relics of the Little Shepherds of Fatima
The Sacred Relics of the child shepherds of Fatima will be present for veneration throughout the Congress — come and keep vigil with the little saints.
Be present with the little saints across both days of the Congress — venerate the Indian National Pilgrim Virgin Statue of the Peregrinatio Mariae, and journey on to the Crowning of Our Lady and the great Assembly of the 16th.
Come for both days — walk the full path of grace.
The Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Fatima
The image of Our Lady of Fatima is carried in solemn procession into our midst — to be crowned, venerated and honoured by the faithful through the great day of the Congress.
Solemn Entry
The Pilgrim Virgin is borne in procession into the assembly, welcomed with the waving of kerchiefs in joyful Marian devotion.
Crowning of Our Lady
The Bishop crowns the statue, honouring Mary as Queen of Heaven and Mother of the faithful gathered.
Time for Veneration
Following the Eucharistic Celebration, the faithful are given time to come before the statue in personal prayer and devotion.
Procession of Farewell
The statue is carried out in closing procession, sending the faithful forth under Our Lady’s mantle.
Come on the 15th to keep vigil with the Little Shepherds, and remain for the 16th to see Our Lady crowned and venerated — one unbroken pilgrimage of grace.
In 2002, through the efforts of WAF’s then National President Archbishop Henry D’Souza (of happy memory), the World Apostolate of Fatima in India received National Pilgrim Virgin Statues of Our Lady of Fatima from the Sanctuary of Fátima. We at the Goa Division have been blessed to be the custodians of these two statues — forming part of the worldwide Peregrinatio Mariae, bringing the Message of Fatima to the faithful, especially those unable to undertake a pilgrimage.
These statues have journeyed across India, notably visiting every parish in the Archdiocese of Bangalore in 2023. We are also blessed with the relics of Saints Francisco and Jacinta, further enriching the spiritual grace of this mission.
In the recent past, Our Lady has been welcomed into a number of parishes across Goa. The Pilgrim Virgin Statue remains available for visitation on request — to any parish in the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman, or any arch/diocese across India, upon meeting certain criteria. Enquire about a visitation →
Marian Congress 2025
Last year’s Congress in Pilar marked 70 years of the World Apostolate of Fatima in Goa — gathering over 300 of the faithful, and drawing the attention of the universal Church.
The Programme
A pilgrimage of prayer, formation and fellowship — gathering pilgrims, clergy and bishops from across India in the spirit of Fatima.
15 July 2026
The Fatima Story (1916–1917)
The Message of Fatima
The Immaculate Heart of Mary & Consecration
WAF Organisational Structure & Spreading the Fatima Message
First Saturday Devotion — Pontevedra 1925–26, Tuy 1929
16 July 2026
The Meditative Rosary — St. John Paul II’s Rosarium Virginis Mariae
Prayer Cells
Fruits of WAF in the Diocese of Raiganj
The Eucharist — Heart of the Fatima Message
The Message of Fatima in a Synodal Church
The Pledge & Its Significance — Focus on the Scapular
17 July 2026
Meditative Rosary — Sorrowful Mysteries
Thanksgiving Mass
Final Blessing & Sending Forth
Bishops Attending
We are honoured to welcome the Successors of the Apostles who will grace the Congress.
Bishop Simiao Fernandes
Auxiliary Bishop · Archdiocese of Goa & Daman
Bishop Fulgence Tigga
Diocese of Raiganj
Bishop Francis Tirkey
Diocese of Purnea
Bishop Fabian Toppo
Diocese of Jalpaiguri
Bishop Joseph Susainathan
Auxiliary Bishop · Archdiocese of Bangalore · WAF Indian National Council ExCo Member
Categories & Offerings
The Goa Marian Congress welcomes pilgrims for one night of grace, with full board and accommodation included. Many of our faithful attend with our compliments.
By Gracious Invitation Complimentary
The following attend the Goa Marian Congress with our compliments — whether residential or day — with full board provided. Accommodation is in Dormitory for WAF members, PPC representatives and Religious Sisters; Clergy are accommodated in Non-AC Shared rooms. Those who wish to upgrade pay only the per-night difference.
Residential Pilgrim — Goa
Check-in 15 July · one night in Non-AC Shared, full board · check-out 16 July by 11:00 AM (attend the Congress through 5:00 PM)
Day Pilgrim — Goa
16 July only · registration from 8:00 AM · 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM · no accommodation
Payable rates apply to all who are not within the complimentary categories above.
National Council Delegates Complimentary
The authorised representatives of each Arch/Diocese attend with our compliments — full board for the full stay, including the Old Goa excursion. (Maximum two per Arch/Diocese · registered through the National Council.)
National Observer — Full Stay
Check-in 15 July · two nights in Non-AC Shared, full board · check-out 17 July by 11:00 AM · excludes Old Goa excursion
Room Upgrades (Pilar Pilgrim Centre · per person, per night)
Every guest receives their allocated accommodation with full board. To upgrade, you pay only the per-night difference between your included room and your chosen room — kindly indicate this at registration. Additional nights beyond the Congress are charged at full room & board. Our visiting Bishops are graciously accommodated in private AC Single rooms and are never charged for additional nights.
Take Your Place at the Congress
Join pilgrims, clergy and bishops from across India for three days of prayer, formation and fellowship in the spirit of Fatima.
Pilgrim Registration
Register online in a few simple steps. You will receive a confirmation by WhatsApp and email.
Register for the Congress
Open the registration form to reserve your place. The form works on any device — phone, tablet or computer.
Open Registration Form →Pilar Pilgrim Centre
A place of pilgrimage and prayer in the heart of Goa, hosting the faithful for three days of grace.
Location
Pilar Pilgrim Centre, Pilar, Goa
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in 15 July from 2:00 PM. Goa pilgrims check out 16 July by 11:00 AM; National delegates & observers check out 17 July by 11:00 AM.
Enquiries
+91 8459318425
Goa.WorldFatimaIndia@gmail.com