LAITY SUNDAY
29 June 2025
Celebrating the Mission of the Lay Faithful

 

The Mission of the Laity

“A Synodal Church, Walking and Always Seeking Peace…”

🔹 About Laity Sunday 2025

Laity Sunday, observed on 29 June 2025, is a special occasion to honour the vital role of the lay faithful in the life and mission of the Church. This year, it beautifully coincides with the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, and is marked by the theme:
“A Synodal Church, Walking and Always Seeking Peace…”

This resource page offers a complete toolkit to help parishes, institutions, and lay movements plan and celebrate Laity Sunday meaningfully, in communion with the Universal Church and in line with the Jubilee spirit.

🧰 Toolkit & Downloads

🔹Liturgy Kit

Downloadable resources for the Holy Eucharist, including:

  • Introduction (To be read by a layperson)

  • Prayers of the Faithful (UK English)

  • Homily Points & Reflections (St Thomas More, St Peter & Paul)

  • Blessing or Ritual Suggestion for Lay Participation

Liturgy in English
Liturgy in Konkani

🔹 Poster for Parishes & Social Media

Liturgical Poster

🛠️ How to Use This Toolkit

  • Share the poster on all parish communication channels

  • Include the liturgy prayers in the Sunday Mass

  • Use homily points to reflect on the mission of the lay faithful

  • Organise a blessing or felicitation ceremony for active lay volunteers

  • Feature testimonies of laypeople in parish bulletins or social media

📬 Share Your Celebration!

We would love to see how your parish celebrates Laity Sunday!
📸 Share your photos and videos with us at:
📧 crastajb@gmail.com] | 📱 Tag us: #LaitySunday2025Mangalore