About Infant Jesus Church

Discover Infant Jesus Church of Bangalore: Revered Shrine in Vivek Nagar

Infant Jesus Church is situated in Vivek Nagar, Bangalore. Founded in 1979 by Rev. Dr Lourduswamy, the then Archbishop of Bangalore, this church attracts large crowds on Thursdays, devoted to the Infant Jesus. It features a fan-shaped hall with the capacity to hold approximately 2500 people, accessible through nine entrances. Services are conducted in English, Tamil, and Kannada at various times.

Significance of the church:

The Infant Jesus Church, situated in Bangalore, is considered a renowned catholic pilgrimage site, which is dedicated to the Infant Jesus of Prague. The church attributes its miracles and attracts more than a thousand devotees every year. The church is also known as the "sacred heart" of devotion in India, and is popular for offering comfort and healing to the devotees. 

Major festivals:

At the Infant Jesus Church, devotees can enjoy various vibrant festivals and celebrations. 

• Infant Jesus Fest: The 10-day Infant Jesus Fest, which is generally celebrated in January, features grand and vibrant processions. The festival also features a flag hoisting ceremony, along with special prayers and masses, leading up to the fest. 
• Christmas: Christmas is among the major annual festivals, celebrated at the Infant Jesus Church of Bangalore. The festival features elaborate decorations, along with a unique nativity scene. 
• Thursday Masses: The church features special weekly Thursday Masses, which include special masses and prayers, held throughout the day. 

Popular nearby attractions:

From the Infant Jesus Church of Bangalore, you can explore various popular and iconic tourist attractions, which include:

• Sree Surya Narayana Swamy Temple (2.5 Kilometres away)
• Ragigudda Sri Prasanna Anjaneyaswamy Temple (5.1 Kilometres away)
• Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum (3.1 Kilometres away)
• Shree Dodda Ganapathi Temple (5.3 kilometres away)

Visiting Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM