XIX National Catholic Charismatic Convention
9–11 January 2027 | Loyola College Campus, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
“BUILD MY CHURCH” – Matthew 16:18
CHARIS India invites Catholic Charismatic Renewal members from across India to gather for the XIX National Catholic Charismatic Convention. Come together for worship, the Word of God, healing, fellowship and a renewed call to mission. Let us respond together to the Lord’s call to build His Church.
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Convention Details:
📅 Dates: 9th to 11th January 2027
📍 Venue: Loyola College Campus, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Registration Fee: Just Rs. 400/- (with Food & Accommodation)
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/VSrtSNYgFwDs1VA86
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Register for the Convention
All participants should complete the official convention registration form. The registration fee of ₹400 includes food and accommodation during the convention. Participants who prefer private hotel accommodation should budget for the additional cost.
Official registration form: https://forms.gle/VSrtSNYgFwDs1VA86
**Note: Accommodation and food for the nights of 8 and 11 January are arranged.
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Mumbai Participants: Travel Plan
The suggested group travel plan from Mumbai is to depart on 7 January, reach Vijayawada on 8 January, and return on 12 January. Participants may book independently or coordinate with their Prayer Group.
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Train Travel
• Approximate travel time: About 19 hours
Mumbai to Vijayawada
• Train: 11019 Konark Express
• Departure: 7 Jan 2027, 2:00 pm from CSMT
• Arrival: 8 Jan 2027, 9:20 am
• Indicative fare per person:
– Sleeper: ₹560
– 3A: ₹1,455
– 2A: ₹2,070
Vijayawada to Mumbai (LTT)
• Train: 18519 VSKP–LTT Express
• Departure: 12 Jan 2027, 6:55 am
• Arrival: 13 Jan 2027, 4:30 am
• Indicative fare per person:
– Sleeper: ₹550
– 3A: ₹1,435
– 2A: ₹2,040
**Train numbers, timings, fares and availability can change. Please verify details with Indian Railways before booking.
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Train Booking and Assistance
• Outbound train reservation opens: 8 November 2026 at 8:00 am.
• Return train reservation opens: 13 November 2026 at 8:00 am.
• Prayer Groups are encouraged to coordinate bookings for their members.
• If you need assistance from the CCR Mumbai team, submit the form by 31 October 2026.
• A separate form must be submitted for each person. Train-booking payment will be collected later.
Mumbai train ticket booking assistance form: https://forms.gle/KC69rZdx4i5B4jeG9
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Other Travel Options
Flight
• Approximate travel time: About 2 hours flying time
• Cost: Indicative one-way fare: ₹8,000.
Bus
• Approximate travel time: About 22 hours
• Cost: Fares depend on operator and booking date.
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Travel from Vijayawada to Loyola College
From Vijayawada railway station to Loyola College: approximately 7 km / 25 minutes. The expected bus fare is ₹200 per person.
From Vijayawada airport to the venue: approximately 18 km / 35 minutes. The expected taxi fare is 700. App-based and local taxi options may be available.
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Accommodation
Option 1: Convention Campus
The registration fee of ₹400 includes food and accommodation during the convention.
Option 2: Private Hotels
Provided in the next section.
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Private Hotels
The following hotel names and rates are indicative estimates. Rates are per night for double occupancy and are subject to availability, taxes, dates and booking platform.
Budget-range Hotels
• Skyotel
Distance: Opposite Loyola College
Indicative rate per night: ₹1,300–₹1,800
• Eden Park Boutique Hotel
Distance: About 270 m
Indicative rate per night: ₹2,200–₹2,800
Mid-range Hotels
• KVR Capitol Suites
Distance: About 2–3 km
Indicative rate per night: ₹2,500–₹3,500
• Keys Lite by Lemon Tree
Distance: About 2 km
Indicative rate per night: ₹3,000–₹4,000
Premium-range Hotels
• Novotel Vijayawada Varun
Distance: About 600 m
Indicative rate per night: ₹6,000–₹8,000
• Vivanta Vijayawada
Distance: About 3–4 km
Indicative rate per night: ₹6,000–₹8,000+
**Please check current January 2027 rates directly before making a booking. These are not confirmed quotations.
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Indicative Travel Budgets from Mumbai
Economical
• Illustrative calculation: Sleeper return train ₹1,110 + group transport ₹400; campus accommodation/food subject to convention arrangements
• Approx. total: ₹1,510 plus any applicable accommodation/food charges
Comfort
• Illustrative calculation: 3A return train ₹2,890 + budget hotel estimate ₹4,000 + group transport ₹400
• Approx. total: ₹7,290
Premium
• Illustrative calculation: Return flights estimate ₹16,000 + hotel estimate ₹7,000 + taxis ₹1,400
• Approx. total: ₹24,400
**Budget figures are estimates, not package prices.
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Everyone from Mumbai Must Join the WhatsApp Group
All Mumbai participants must join the dedicated WhatsApp group, whether they are arranging travel independently, travelling with their Prayer Group, seeking train assistance, or staying on campus or in a private hotel. Important updates about travel, accommodation, transport and other arrangements will be shared there.
Join the Mumbai Convention WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FogrRSePVO33I7hWlI4xWV
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Important Dates at a Glance
• 31 October 2026: Deadline to request train-booking assistance from CCR Mumbai
• 8 November 2026, 8:00 am: Outbound train reservation opens
• 13 November 2026, 8:00 am: Return train reservation opens
• 7 January 2027: Suggested departure from Mumbai
• 8 January 2027: Suggested arrival in Vijayawada
• 9–11 January 2027: National Convention
• 12 January 2027: Suggested return journey begins
• 13 January 2027: Suggested arrival in Mumbai
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Participant Checklist
• Register using the official national convention form.
• Choose your travel option and book tickets in time.
• If you need CCR Mumbai train-booking assistance, submit one form per person by 31 October 2026.
• Decide whether to use convention campus accommodation or book a private hotel.
• Join the Mumbai Convention WhatsApp group.
• Share your travel and arrival details with the Mumbai team, especially if travelling by flight.
• Watch for official updates and complete payments by the announced deadlines.
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Pray and Prepare Together
Please also pray for the spiritual fruits and success of the Convention in your personal prayer and intercession ministry.
Daily National online intercession meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84348848631?pwd=af7y3tjjEOD8Otineg7KbRTaMCm6x6.1
Meeting ID: 843 4884 8631 | Passcode: NATION | Time: 9:00–9:30 pm
Mumbai online intercession meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/79825014740?pwd=ehaOpIgWHdRYy2ztpHblm0QTz3jQs1.1
MONDAY & FRIDAY – 9:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Let us come together in the power of prayer for the success of the National Convention.
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Contact the CCR Mumbai Convention Team
Francis Mendes: +91 98209 60802
Bhaskar Gomes: +91 98922 25216
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THANKYOU & GOD BLESS!!