Tag: laity
Thai diocese trains lay MCs in human-centered church communication
Participants learned communication skills emphasizing hospitality, empathy and authentic presence while applying Pope Leo XIV’s teachings to parish ministry
Lay movements in Bangkok renew commitment as ‘missionaries of hope’ on...
Catholic lay leaders in Bangkok showcased faith-driven initiatives inspiring greater lay participation in evangelization and social witness
On 20th anniversary, Seoul pro-life body strengthens parish-level commitment to life
Parish Life Council members receive formation on end-of-life care, spiritual accompaniment, and the Church’s pro-life mission
Catholic forum in Indonesia backs stronger lay role in democratic life
FMKI holds national meeting to strengthen Catholic laity's political role and promote synodality, civic engagement, and reform
Church urged to deepen civic role in Indonesian democracy
The forum affirmed the Church’s strategic role in shaping citizens who are not only spiritually grounded but also socially engaged
Philippine bishop calls for greater lay involvement in Church mission
Bishop David emphasized the importance of empowering the laity to alleviate the burdens often shouldered solely by priests
Vatican official lauds laity’s crucial but often underappreciated role in Church...
“[Parish life] is extremely difficult, and without the laity in the church, there would be very little or no evangelization done in parishes"
Pope Francis urges ecclesial movements to focus on service
He called for a spiritual renewal among members of ecclesial movements, encouraging them to embrace humility and service
Outgoing Malaysia-Singapore-Brunei bishops’ conference executive secretary reflects on role of laity
Charles Bertille expressed gratitude to the bishops’ conference “for their trust in me as a layperson” and vowed to “continue to serve the Church"
Modern-day Catholic missionaries in Thailand
Missionary work that started 500 years ago will continue to grow and nurture because of Thailand’s modern-day missionaries – the laity
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