The Champagnat Marist Family Joins Pacific Religious Leaders for the CMSPI Meeting in Fiji

Champagnat Lay Marists from Fiji - Mereoni Matantobua, Arieta Elisabeta, and Joeli Koroiravudi - joined Br Anitelea Fidow and General Councillor Br John Hazelman at the Conference of Major Superiors of the Pacific Islands (CMSPI), held at the Pacific Regional Seminary in Suva, Fiji.

Champagnat Marists with the Nuncio and Timothy Radcliff and Sr Maria Cimperman

This year’s conference centers around the theme: “Formation in a Synodal Church: Lay, Initial and Ongoing.” It brings together religious leaders, lay collaborators, and formation experts from across the Pacific to explore pathways for deepening faith, strengthening community, and fostering inclusive leadership in the Church.

Champagnat Marists with Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe

The gathering is graced by two distinguished keynote speakers: Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe OP, known for his profound theological insights and global ministry, and Sr Maria Cimperman RSCJ, a respected voice in religious formation and ethics. Their contributions are expected to inspire rich dialogue and renewed commitment to synodality - a journey of walking together in faith.

The participants

For the Marist delegates, the conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with peers, reflect on their mission, and contribute to shaping the future of formation in the Pacific Church.

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