Tag: Formation

Santos stressed that the lay vocation is not a lesser calling but a missionary vocation that sends Catholics into society as witnesses of Christ

Pope invites new Bishops taking part in a formation course in Rome to have the heart of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, and to carry everyone in their heart

Pope Francis recognizes the role of mortification in present times and suggests that “letting go” be integrated into our own Lenten practices and our everyday life

“For grandparents and parents, please show children a heart that is humane,” Tagle said in his homily to mark the feast of St. John Eudes

Gwangju’s Catholic youth reflected on democracy, social teaching and the Church’s responsibility to defend dignity ahead of WYD

Myanmar Jesuits and Mawlamyine clergy gather in Myeik to renew pastoral mission amid uncertainty, resilience, and growing local hope

The missions in the parishes would not be sustainable if the Church did not dedicate its resources to forming its clergy

Pope Leo warns against the temptation to self-referentiality, which must be avoided because the priestly vocation is always relational

While efforts to minister to this age group already exist, Alarcon stressed the need for more intentional and structured initiatives

“Organizations and parishes were no longer parochial-minded, looking beyond themselves to share the faith with one another and the world"