PUBLICATIONS

ARTICLES & RESEARCH

Scholarly papers, theological treatises, and peer-reviewed publications authored by our Franciscan Friars.

11 MAY
2017
Farmer suicide in India biotechnology research

Farmer-suicide in India: debating the role of biotechnology

Indian Biotech opponents have attributed the increase of suicides to the monopolization of GM seeds, centering on patent control, application of terminator technology, marketing strategy, and increased production costs.

National Library of Medicine (PubMed: 28497354) • Peer-Reviewed Paper
20 AUG
2026
Between Post-Critical Pedagogy and Critical Theory

Between Post-Critical Pedagogy and Critical Theory: An Educational Response to the Post-Truth Phenomenon

This article examines cogently what educational strategy is the most appropriate in the climate of truth crisis with rising polarization encountered in the post-truth world.

Educational Philosophy & Critical Pedagogy • PDF Document
05 MAY - AUG
2025
Pope Francis Teachings on Marriage and Family

Jnanadeepa: Pune Journal of Religious Studies

Pope Francis’ Teachings on Marriage and Family

Religious Studies & Theology • PDF Document
15 MAY - AUG
2025
Pastoral Conversion in Shaping Pastoral Ministry

Jnanadeepa: Pune Journal of Religious Studies

The Central Role of Pastoral Conversion in Shaping Pastoral Ministry

Fr. Gigesh Thomas Meckal, TOR • Vol. 29/2
20 SEP - DEC
2025
Harmonizing Human Welfare and Intrinsic Value

Jnanadeepa: Pune Journal of Religious Studies

Harmonizing Human Welfare and Intrinsic Value: Hierarchical Theology in Catholic Eco-Theology

Fr. Gigesh Thomas Meckal, TOR • Vol. 29/3
01 JAN - JUN
2026
Word and Worship Theological Perspectives

Word & Worship: Journal of Pastoral Liturgy & Catechetics

The Poor as Sacrament of Divine Encounter: Liberationist and Thomistic Perspectives

Fr. Gigesh Thomas Meckal, TOR • Vol. 59, No. 1
23 Aug
2026
Daily Spiritual Journey

Daily Spiritual Journey

Daily Spiritual Journey: Your daily guide to self-discovery, mindfulness, and divine connection. Explore spiritual reflections for inner growth

Daily Spiritual Journey
21 AUG
2026
The Synodal Church and Church Teachings Concerning Sexual Identity, and the Diverse Voices of the Marginalized: A Theological Analysis

The Synodal Church and Church Teachings Concerning Sexual Identity, and the Diverse Voices of the Marginalized: A Theological Analysis

Through the cries of marginalized communities, the Spirit speaks in the Church. Pope Francis’s call to the synodal Church to listen to these voices is what is meant by “listening to the sensus fidei.”

Fr. Gigesh Thomas Meckal, TOR
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