Archbishop Nicolas of Tunis releases pastoral letter

Archbishop Nicolas of Tunis released a pastoral letter outlining three priorities for the archdiocese following a diocesan gathering in Sousse. The archbishop identified these priorities as growing as disciples, building communion, and reaching out to others to live the Gospel.

The priorities stem from a diocesan day held on June 6, which aimed to gather work from various communities based on the archbishop's previous letter, "Like a Tree by the Waters," published on September 16, 2025. During the gathering, participants used a synodal approach to discern future directions for the local Church.

The archbishop noted a need to better listen to those with different perspectives or expectations. A summary document detailing these priorities and a program of proposals is available through parish priests. The document includes five specific actions for parishes to implement.