✦ Mother Church of the Diocese of Kandy

Welcome to St. Anthony's Cathedral

St. Anthony's Cathedral, Kandy, is the Mother Church of the Diocese of Kandy and a cherished centre of worship, prayer, and spiritual formation.

Serving a vibrant multilingual community in Sinhala, Tamil, and English, the Cathedral welcomes all who seek faith, peace, and spiritual renewal.

“Come to me, all you who labour and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
St. Anthony of Padua
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Mass Times

Sunday
07.00 AM – Tamil
08.30 AM – Sinhala
11.15 AM – English
05.00 PM – English
04.00 PM – Tamil (at Hantana)
Weekdays
Monday – 12.00 Noon
English
Tuesday – 12.00 Noon
English
05.00 PM English
Wednesday – 12.00 Noon
English
05.00 PM Sinhala
Thursday – Saturday
Thursday – 12.00 Noon
English
05.00 PM Tamil

Friday – 12.00 Noon
English

Saturday – 05.00 PM English
Sunday Liturgy
⚠ Special Change of Times
(No special notices currently)
Rev. Fr. Sudath Rohana Perera
Parish Priest

Rev. Fr. Sudath
Rohana Perera

Parish Priest – St. Anthony's Cathedral, Kandy
Reverend Father Sudath Rohana Perera faithfully serves the parish community through prayer, pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and leadership. His dedication to nurturing faith and strengthening parish life continues to inspire people of all ages.
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Contact the Parish Priest +94 77 772 3987
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Parish Notice Board

Parish Notice Board

Explore Our Parish Groups

Together in faith, service, and community life

Parish Pastoral Council
Assists the parish priest in pastoral planning and coordination of parish life.
Secretary: Mr. Godfry Jayaweera
Legion of Mary
A lay apostolic association devoted to prayer and Marian devotion.
Leader: Mrs. G. Rooth
Youth Activities
Forming young leaders in faith and parish life.
Leader: Miss. Shanika
Catechism Classes
Faith formation for children preparing for the Sacraments.
Sinhala: Ms. Amali
English: Ms. Rozana
Tamil: Ms. Emilda
Small Christian Communities
Neighbourhood prayer and Scripture-sharing groups.
Leader: Zonal Leaders
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Serving the poor through acts of charity and love.
Leader: Mr. Roland Perera
St. Joseph Vaz Society
propagating the life and values of St. Joseph Vaz, the Apostle of Sri Lanka.
Leader: Mrs. Harshani Perera
Holy Childhood Society
Helping children grow as young missionaries.
Leader: Mrs. Dinusha Kirthisingha
Young Catholic Students
Forming students in faith, leadership, and service.
Leader: Mrs. Sanjeewani Perera
Finance Committee
Oversees parish finances and promotes responsible stewardship of resources.
Leader: Mr. Mark Stephan
Working Committee
Coordinates parish events, projects, and practical aspects of community life.
Leader: Mr. Srilal Jayawardana
Evangelization Group
Encourages sharing the Gospel and strengthening faith within the community.
Leader: Zonal Leaders
Death Donation Society
Supports families during bereavement through prayer, care, and assistance.
Leader: Mrs. Sanjeewani Perera
Former Youth Society
Brings together former youth members to continue serving the parish community.
Leader: Mr. Roshan Perera
Liturgy Committee
Helps prepare and coordinate the liturgical celebrations of the parish.
English: Ms. Jothy
Sinhala: Mrs. Raveesha
Tamil: Mrs. Consi
Choir Ministry
Leads the congregation in sacred music and enhances liturgical worship.
English: Ms. Jothy
Sinhala: Mrs. Thushari
Tamil: Mrs. S. Pushpa
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We warmly welcome you to worship, prayer, and community life at the Mother Church of the Diocese of Kandy.

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Address
St. Anthony's Cathedral,
Kotugodella Street,
Kandy 20000
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