St Joseph the Worker Church serves the Catholic faithful of Vamanjoor and nearby areas with prayer, sacraments, and community life. The parish is 11 km north-east of Mangalore city, surrounded by the parishes of Gurpur, Kelarai, and Bondel.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompei at Urwa Church, Mangalore, was established in 1895, becoming a major pilgrimage site for Catholics in the region. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Holy Rosary,