Diocese of Saint-Etienne launches new Théophile formation program

The Diocese of Saint-Etienne launched its Théophile training program on September 19 with a meeting at the diocesan house. The diocesan formation service team welcomed a new group of students to begin the academic year.

During the launch, Father Bruno Cornier led discussions on the nature of a diocese and the mission of a bishop. Because the diocese is currently awaiting the appointment of a new bishop, students worked in small groups to prepare messages and presentations about the local Church to share with their future pastor.

The program continues this week with a module on the New Testament.