The much publicized Laity Week is finally here and it is the first of its kind in this chaplaincy. The Laity Council which is barely 3 years old was formed by the then chaplain, Rev. Fr. Vincent Olofinkua. Now in year 2016, a breath of fresh air has been pumped into the council with young spirited individuals occupying the leading roles of the council.
“My happiness is that the chairman, his secretaries and other vital posts in the executive level of the council are headed by young people. That alone would inspire the younger generation in our chaplaincy to want to do more,” said Fr. Wisdom, the current chaplain.
The executives and the rest of the council members which consists of presidents and secretaries of all the eighteen (18) societies in the chaplaincy have put together a long week activity filled program to achieve the following:-
- • Fulfill the mandate given to them by his holiness, Pope Francis to gather all the lay faithful in the church and share the love of God in an extraordinary manner.
• Educate the parishioners on the essence of active participation in activities of the church and her faith.
• Bridge the gap which exists mentally in the minds of parishioners where they feel the work of evangelism lies solely on the chaplain.
• Promote peaceful coexistence in the church and its surroundings.
• Revive the catechesis of the church by holding societal and faith forums.
The Laity Week for this year is themed, ‘Laity; You and I”. It would run from the 3rd of July till the 10th of July 2016 with an outgoing love feast and thanksgiving procession.
It promises to be interesting, spiritually uplifting and fun because of all the activities lined up from daily masses, to a sports day, faith and societal forums, a film show, quiz competitions and a host of other activities.
Invite your friends and families to witness this historical event. Medals and participation certificates would be given out to encourage participants who took first 1st), second (2nd) and third place in various games and competitions.
Also, Laity stickers were on sale and every member of the church were advised to pick up as many as possible and paste on theirs doors, homes, offices and cars in order to continue in the promoting of the Catholic church.
See you there. One Laity, One Church!