Fr. Vincent Barboza is a Catholic priest from the Archdiocese of Bombay, currently serving in the Diocese of Christchurch, New Zealand. Raised in Mumbai, India, with roots in Mangalore, Karnataka, Fr. Vincent brings a rich blend of cultural heritage, spiritual dedication, and pastoral care to his ministry.

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Pastoral Ministry
With over two decades of priestly service, Fr. Vincent has ministered to diverse parishes, focusing on nurturing faith communities through the sacraments, pastoral care, and faith-based programs. His pastoral assignments have included roles in Mumbai, New Zealand, and beyond, where he has passionately worked to build communities rooted in Christ.

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Faith Formation and Outreach Programmes
Fr. Vincent is dedicated to empowering individuals to grow in their faith and live a Christ-centered life through:

• Faith Education: Courses on Catholic Evangelization, Apologetics and Theology.

• Spiritual Renewal: Retreats and seminars for personal and communal growth.

• Sacramental Guidance: Resources and teachings to deepen understanding of the sacraments.

• Youth Engagement: Programmes like spiritual sessions, value education, prayer methods and memory techniques for school students.

• Community Outreach: Providing theological insights and spiritual resources for individuals and groups, such as workshops for different communities on life skill and faith, visits to hospitals, rest homes, retired villages to offer spiritual support and sacraments and organizing charitable drives for food, clothing and education supplies.

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A Call to Serve
Rooted in the Gospel call to be “the salt of the earth and light of the world” (Mt 5:13-16), Fr. Vincent’s ministry is dedicated to leading people closer to God through faith education, spiritual enrichment, and sacramental life. His mission is to inspire, guide, and walk alongside individuals on their journey toward Christ.

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Discover More
Explore his vocation story, weekly reflections, inspiring testimonies, faith-filled videos and thoughtful blogs to engage more deeply with the Catholic faith and its teachings.