Strengthening Basic Ecclesial Communities: Priests and Religious Attend BEC Theology–Pastoral Course 2026
A 30-day BEC Theology–Pastoral Course 2026 is being held in Nagpur, bringing together 32 participants, including 20 priests, one deacon and 11 religious sisters, for an intensive programme on Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs).
The course focuses on the theological foundations, pastoral significance and practical implementation of BECs, highlighting their vital role in building vibrant, participatory and missionary Christian communities.
Rev. Fr. Rohit Xalxo and Rev. Fr. David Babu from the Diocese of Simla–Chandigarh are attending the programme, enriching their pastoral knowledge and skills to strengthen BECs at the parish and diocesan levels.
The programme emphasizes communion, participation and mission, encouraging pastoral leaders to foster a synodal Church rooted in the Word of God, prayer, fellowship and shared responsibility.
Their participants pledge to contribute meaningfully to the implementation of the Diocesan Pastoral Plan 2026–2033, particularly in promoting and strengthening Basic Ecclesial Communities across the Diocese.
Rev. Fr. Stephen Masih
Secretary, BECs
