Empowering the Baptized share in the Threefold Offices of Christ
The commission for the laity is deeply rooted in the historical development of the Church right from the time of the Apostles. The New Testament highlights evangelical support and contributions from laymen and women to Jesus (Luke 8:1-3) and to Paul (Acts 18). Vatican Council II affirms that the role of the laity is rooted in their status as baptized children of God and sent missionaries. The baptized share in the threefold offices of Jesus Christ as Priests, Kings, and Prophets in order to sanctify themselves and bring salvation to the whole world.
A gap has been identified where many learned and working Catholics do not actively participate in apostolic movements. Furthermore, families and marriages are increasingly unstable, and capable Catholics are often not assertive enough to participate in civil leadership. The Commission for the Laity is established to address these challenges.
The commission aims at mobilizing, re-catechizing, and orienting the faithful towards embracing the spirituality of lay apostolic movements, the social teachings of the Church, and the ministry of civil leadership.
To enable all Catholics of Fort Portal Diocese to have a continuous ongoing catechesis and to create more avenues for the involvement of the laity in diocesan works of evangelization.
Includes Legion of Mary, Catholic Charismatic Renewal, Yuda Taddeo, Bakaiso, and other prayer groups.
Spearheaded by Cana to establish apostolates for Men, Women, Children, and the Elderly.
Engaging Catholic political leaders, members of parliament, and local council leaders.
Associations for Teachers, Doctors, Nurses, Business People, and various experts.
The commission establishes leadership structures throughout the diocese to ensure effective implementation of the strategic plan:
The commission includes coordinators at the parish and sub-parish levels. Some leaders may be appointed specifically for their unique expertise and special abilities to support diocesan work.