From January 22nd to 26th, 2024, Suvarta Kendra in Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh, became a vibrant center for missionary formation, hosting a vital training program titled "A Synodal Journey with the Dogmatic Constitutions of the Church." This initiative, conducted in Hindi, brought together 42 dedicated catechists and lay leaders deeply involved in evangelization, all with a shared purpose: to prepare for the momentous Jubilee Year 2025.

The program's core objective was to deepen the participants' understanding of the four pivotal Dogmatic Constitutions of Vatican II. Through focused study, they explored:

• Dei Verbum: The Word of God as the foundational bedrock of Christian revelation.
• Sacrosanctum Concilium: The transformative power of liturgical renewal for all the baptized.
• Lumen Gentium: The profound awareness of being the People of God, journeying towards heavenly Jerusalem.
• Gaudium et Spes: The call to share the joys and hopes of humanity, as it progresses towards sanctity.
A significant component of the training involved engaging with the "Reflections on Vatican II," a comprehensive collection of 35 notebooks. These resources provided a fresh perspective on Church teachings, empowering the participants to share these profound insights with their communities.
The program emphasized the importance of a personal encounter with Jesus Christ, echoing Pope Francis's affirmation that "Jesus is the good news, meant for all peoples." The participants were encouraged to embody this message, proclaiming it through their lives and whispering it to the hearts of all they encountered.
This training program was more than just an educational endeavour; it was a spiritual awakening. By equipping these dedicated leaders with a deeper understanding of Vatican II and a renewed commitment to Christ, the program laid a solid foundation for a meaningful and impactful Jubilee Year 2025, fostering a vibrant and engaged faith community.