From the Pastor's Desk
Spiritual reflections, Franciscan pastoral messages, and encouragement from the Parish Priest.
Pax et Bonum: Walking Together in the Footsteps of St. Francis and St. Anthony
Dear Parishioners, Devotees of St. Anthony, and Friends,
It gives me immense joy to welcome you to St. Anthony's Friary Church, Koramangala, Bengaluru. Established in 1952 and guided by the spiritual charism of the Order of Friars Minor (OFM), our sanctuary is a vibrant beacon of faith, hope, and Christian compassion.
We greet you with the ancient Franciscan blessing: “Pax et Bonum — Peace and All Good!” In a world often marked by anxiety and division, our church stands as an oasis of quiet prayer, Eucharistic devotion, and fraternal solidarity.
Through the perpetual intercession of our patron, St. Anthony of Padua—the Wonder-Worker and friend of the poor—countless devotees receive healing, consolation, and restoration of hope. Whether you join us for our multilingual Sunday Masses in English, Tamil, Kannada, Konkani, or Malayalam, or kneel at the Shrine for our solemn Tuesday Novenas, know that you are part of our family.
May St. Anthony intercede for all your personal, family, and spiritual intentions, and may God bless our entire parish community with divine peace and unity.
Fr. Prashanth Wilson Fernandes, OFM
Parish Priest & Superior
St. Anthony's Friary Church, Bengaluru