Holy Family Church – Mangra

About the Church

Holy Family Church, Mangra is a Roman Catholic parish located in Mangra, Godda district, Jharkhand. Established in 1963, the church serves the Catholic community through Holy Mass, prayer, the sacraments, and pastoral care. It continues to be an important place of worship and spiritual growth for local families.

Contact Details

Address:
Holy Family Church
Mangra,
P.O. Boarijore,
Godda – 813230,
Jharkhand, India.

Phone: 06437-255157, +91 94314 09726

Parish Priest: Rev. Fr. Celestine Murmu

Established: 1963

History

The Catholic community in the Mangra region dates back to the 1930s. At first, the faithful gathered in a small village chapel at Daharlangi. Later, Rev. Fr. Alex Bombera TOR built the present church in 1962. Soon after, Rev. Fr. Abraham Kadanthott became the first diocesan priest to reside at the parish.

During the Bihar famine of 1968–69, the parish provided relief to many families in need. Moreover, support from Catholic organizations helped strengthen the church’s social outreach. Over the years, additional land was developed, and fruit trees were planted to improve the parish campus.

Later, Rev. Fr. Scaria Kollerette expanded the church and constructed the parish school, convent, and priests’ residence. Today, Holy Family Church serves about 800 Catholics from nearly 160 families across 22 villages. In addition, the parish celebrates Holy Mass, offers catechism classes, and organizes charitable and community programs.

Therefore, Holy Family Church remains an important center of Catholic faith and service in the Godda district. It continues to welcome parishioners and visitors for worship, prayer, and spiritual growth throughout the year.

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