Agra: The Archdiocese of Agra convened its Diocesan Basic Ecclesial Community (BEC) Meet under the theme “The Importance of BEC in the Synodal Church”, drawing priests, religious, and lay faithful from across the Archdiocese. The event focused on deepening understanding of the Church’s mission and fostering active participation through vibrant BECs.

In his inaugural address, Archbishop Raphy Manjaly welcomed attendees and resource persons, emphasizing the integral role of BECs in realizing the Synodal Church. He highlighted the three pillars of synodality participation, communion, and mission explaining that these are concretely lived out within the BEC framework. Comparing the Church to a living body, he noted, “Just as the head cannot function apart from the body, every part of the Ch

See Full Page