2nd Goa Marian Congress
& 12th Indian National Meet
“Learn, Live, and Share the Message of Fatima in a Synodal Church”
“In the end, my Immaculate Heart will triumph.”
Our Lady at Fatima • 13 July 1917Marian 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.
Two Days with Saints Francisco & Jacinta
The Sacred Relics of the Little Shepherds of Fatima will be venerated throughout the Congress.
Come on 15 July to keep vigil with the little saints, and remain for 16 July to see Our Lady crowned and venerated — one unbroken pilgrimage of grace.
✛ 15 & 16 July 2026
Venerate the Indian National Pilgrim Virgin Statue of the Peregrinatio Mariae, and journey to the Crowning of Our Lady and the great Assembly of the 16th.
The Programme
Registration from 2:00 PM
The Congress opens with Adoration and the Inaugural Session, followed by formation talks on the Fatima story, the Message of Fatima, and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Evening Eucharistic Celebration.
Day Registration from 8:00 AM
The Assembly day — Rosary Procession with Pilgrim Statue and Relics, Crowning of Our Lady, episcopal addresses, and National Council Elections. Day pilgrims attend 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; national delegates continue to the evening session.
Begins 7:15 AM
A morning of thanksgiving and sending forth as missionaries of Fatima across India. Optional pilgrimage to Old Goa (Basilica of Bom Jesus, Sound & Light Show, and Spice Plantation tour).
Bishops Attending
Bishop Simiao Fernandes
Auxiliary Bishop • Archdiocese of Goa & Daman
Bishop Joseph Susainathan
Auxiliary Bishop • Archdiocese of Bangalore
WAF Indian National Council ExCo Member
Bishop Fulgence Tigga
Diocese of Raiganj
Bishop Francis Tirkey
Diocese of Purnea
Bishop Fabian Toppo
Diocese of Jalpaiguri
Categories & Offerings
The Congress welcomes pilgrims for one or more nights of grace, with full board and accommodation included.
By Gracious Invitation (Complimentary)
✛ WAF Members & Leaders
All members and unit leaders • Full board included
✛ Parish Pastoral Council
Two per parish • Full board included
✛ Clergy
All priests • Full board included
✛ Religious Sisters
Two per house • Full board included
Payable Rates
Residential Pilgrim (Goa)
One night in Non-AC Shared, full board
₹1,500
Day Pilgrim (Goa)
16 July only, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, no accommodation
₹500
National Observer — Full Stay
15–17 July, two nights in Non-AC Shared, full board
₹2,000
Pilar Pilgrim Centre
Location: Pilar Pilgrim Centre, Pilar, Goa
Contact: +91 8459318425
Goa.WorldFatimaIndia@gmail.com
Check-in: 15 July from 2:00 PM
Check-out: 16 July (Goa pilgrims) or 17 July (national delegates) by 11:00 AM
Sponsor a Bead
Join pilgrims across India in a sacred rosary of prayer. Dedicate a bead for a loved one or intention — every dedication is named in prayer on 16 July, and helps bring grace to the Congress.
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 & Accommodation
🙏 Keep us in your prayers as we prepare for this sacred gathering.
Overnight Pilgrim
Arrive 15th July, 2 PM
Depart 16th July, 6 PM
per person | Accommodation + Meals
📱 WhatsApp to BookDay Visitor Pilgrim
16th July
8:00 AM — 6:00 PM
per person | Day Pass + Meals
📱 WhatsApp to BookComplimentary Offer
For selected parishes & clergy
Registration window has ended.
Contact WAF for waitlist.
📞 For Availability & Booking
WhatsApp: +91 8062365818
📧 Goa.WorldFatimaIndia@gmail.com
Please mention preferred dates and group size.
“Keep us in your prayers as we gather in faith. Through Mary’s intercession, may this Congress deepen our devotion, strengthen our unity, and spread the Fatima message across India.”
Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us. ✛
