THE EIGHTEEN COMMISSIONS

Serving Together, Building the Kingdom

Each commission is a particular flame of the diocese's mission — distinct in charism, united in the one Spirit.

1.

Commission for Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs)

Building the Church as a living communion of small neighbourhood communities.

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2.

Commission for Bible

Bringing the Word of God into every home, school and parish of the diocese.

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3.

Commission for Faith Formation

Forming disciples through systematic and joyful catechesis at every age.

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4.

Commission for Liturgy

Forming hearts and parishes for the dignified celebration of the Sacred Liturgy.

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5.

Commission for Ecology

Caring for our common home in the spirit of Laudato Si.

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6.

Commission for Proclamation

Going forth with joy to proclaim Jesus Christ across our hills and plains.

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7.

Commission for VSCR

Supporting the ongoing formation, fraternity and witness of consecrated life.

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8.

Commission for Theology & Doctrine

Stewarding the deposit of faith with clarity and pastoral wisdom.

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9.

Commission for Ecumenism & Dialogue

Fostering Christian unity and respectful inter-faith dialogue.

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10.

Commission for Family

Strengthening the family as the domestic Church and first school of faith.

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11.

Commission for Laity

Forming and empowering the lay faithful as co-responsible missionary disciples.

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12.

Commission for Migrants

Welcoming, protecting and integrating migrants and itinerant peoples.

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13.

Commission for Youth

Walking with young people as they discover Christ and their place in the Church.

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14.

Commission for Women

Upholding the dignity and mission of women in the Church and society.

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15.

Education Apostolate

Forming the whole person through schools rooted in Gospel values.

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16.

Health Apostolate

Continuing the healing ministry of Christ with compassion and ethical care.

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17.

Media Apostolate

Proclaiming the Gospel through every authentic instrument of communication.

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18.

Social Action Apostolate

Working for human dignity, peace and the integral development of all.

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14 Commissions + 4 Apostolates · Diocese of Simla-Chandigarh · Pastoral Plan 2026–2033