Bishop Pamplany to youth: we
wish to learn your life
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| Bishop Joseph Pamplany of Tellicherry. |
Joseph Pamplany, auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of
Tellicherry, is a Synod Father representing the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church of
India in the ongoing Synod of Bishops, which he says is prioritising the
discovery of new pastoral methodologies.
By Francesca Merlo
Bishop Pamplany says he’s very happy with the “proceedings
of the Synod”, describing them as being “systematically arranged”.
Light on the future of the Church
He talks about the interventions he has heard so far, by
both the Synod Fathers and the young people. Pamplany describes what the young
people are saying as “really enriching”. He explains that it “sheds new light
upon the future mission of the Church”, especially, he says, “for young
people”.
Bishop Pamplany says there are some “cultural differences,
as well as national differences” especially between “youth from the third world
and first world”. “But”, he continues, “the major challenges being raised on the
Synod floor is resembling with what we experience in our country as well.”
He finds that the most interesting thing coming out of this
Synod is the “new pastoral methodologies” they are developing, as “the pastoral
accompaniment gets predominance over all other approaches.”
Do not fear faith
Finally, Bishop Pamplany has a message for young Catholics:
“Acknowledge that the Church is with you in spite of all the vulnerable
situations in which it is entrapped.” He wishes to reassure young people that
“we are with you and we wish to learn your life and enthusiasm”. He ends his
message imploring young people: “do not be afraid of your faith”.
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