InCLA, Abuja, November 02-08, 2025: As we reported in the previous page, the members of the Prefectures for Bible Ministry and Communication of ACLA (African Claretians) gathered at the Institute for Consecrated Life in Africa (InCLA) in Bwari District, Abuja, Nigeria, for a week-long Assembly on the theme: “ACLA Biblical Ministry in the Service of Justice and Hope.” The event was organised by VRFr. Henry Omonisaye, CMF, General Prefect of Bible and Communication.
Held in the context of Africa’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage, yet amid realities marked by poverty, injustice, social tensions, and widespread corruption, the Assembly highlighted the transformative power of the Word of God as a source of renewal and conscience formation to confront numerous contemporary challenges.
The gathering marked a significant step forward for the African Claretian community, as participants worked to integrate Biblical Ministry concretely into diverse areas of mission, including, the education of children, evangelisation through, family accompaniment, conflict resolution, the media, with emphasis on digital ministry. Through these initiatives, the encounter acknowledged the central role of the Scripture in promoting justice and peace across the continent.
Concrete proposals were developed to guide each ACLA structure in crafting a contextualised and effective pastoral plan, aimed at making biblical ministry more relevant and better domesticated to local realities.
To achieve this vision, delegates highlighted the need for solid biblical formation, creative missionary approaches, and special attention to younger generations. The participants also called for the prudent and effective use of Media and Artificial Intelligence as emerging tools for evangelisation and social transformation.
