By Fr Sbongiseni Joseph Msomi – St John Vianney Seminary NPC, in conjunction with the SACBC Department for Formation, Life, and Apostolate of the Laity, will be offering a short course titled ‘LEADERSHIP IN A SYNODAL CHURCH’. This formation initiative aims to promote and strengthen leadership that reflects the spirit of synodality—one rooted in communion, participation, and mission.
Dates of the Short Course: Monday, 5 January 2026 – Saturday, 10 January 2026
Venue: St John Vianney Seminary NPC
Address: 179 Main Street, Waterkloof, Pretoria
INVITATION AND REGISTRATION:
We invite all who wish to participate in this short course ‘LEADERSHIP IN A SYNODAL CHURCH’ to complete an online registration form via the following link:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/5GTqYQvx9Z?origin=lprLink
Closing Date for Registration: 25 November 2025
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This short course is designed for the following:
- Synod Representatives from Dioceses.
- Members of the Parish Pastoral Councils.
- Members of Diocesan Pastoral Councils.
- Members of the Lay Associations in the Catholic Church.
- Catholics who wish to deepen their understanding on leadership in the Church.
- Anyone who wishes to deepen his or her understanding of the ‘leadership within the Church’.
Enquiries and proof of registration fee should be sent to:
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