The territorial and general governments of the federated institutions - of the three consecrated branches of Regnum Christi (Legionaries of Christ, Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi and Consecrated Laity of Regnum Christi) - met in Rome at the end of September and took advantage of this opportunity to address issues of common interest.
On September 20 and 21, in Rome, and within the framework of the meetings of the three governments, a series of days were held for listening and dialogue among the participants, as well as moments of prayer and fraternal sharing.
Among the topics discussed were the promotion of a culture of trust and mutual respect, key to carrying out the mission in a healthy and effective manner, learning from common history and in light of the conclusions of the General Convention.
In addition, the strategic alignment proposed by the General Board of Directors of Regnum Christi was presented, based on the vision and the fruits of the priorities of the General Convention for 2030.
Also for this presentation, members of the territorial colleges of management who could not be present in Rome were connected virtually.
Assembly of Territorial Directors of the Legionaries of Christ
During the days they met, they analyzed the way forward outlined by the recent General Convention of Regnum Christi, the development of teamwork to strengthen the apostolic and pastoral work carried out in the 21 countries where the Legion is present.
Luis Alberto Henao, L.C., secretary general of the Legion, the assembly of territorial directors is an opportunity to «continue promoting a management and projection in unity thanks to the reports, proposals, development of workshops and deepening of themes, such as the General Convention». Fr. Henao emphasized that this assembly «initiates the process of discernment towards the General Chapter 2026».
You can view an article on the territorial directors' assembly, here.
Meetings of territorial directors of the consecrated women of Regnum Christi
The directors addressed priority issues for the Society of Apostolic Life. They discussed the progress of the global plan and the steps for its implementation, the work towards sustainability, the apostolic assignment and vocation ministry, with the vocation ministers and territorial treasurers actively participating in the sessions.
In addition, time was devoted to preparing for the 2026 Ordinary General Assembly, with the participation of the territorial secretariats.
Meetings of the general councilors of the consecrated lay people of Regnum Christi
They were held at the headquarters of l. general management and following up on one of the objectives of the work program that seeks to «train trainers and work towards healthy communities».
Amedeo Cencini, a Canossian priest, who spoke to them about communities in mission and about healthy relationships in the communities, being very interesting and enriching, especially from his great knowledge and experience.
They also discussed vocation work and the importance of their commitment and co-responsibility in this field. Another presentation was given by Jacinta Curran and Pia Perez, consecrated women of Regnum Christi, and dealt with canonical aspects of community life and the responsibilities of the community director. Fr. Dermot Ryan, L.C., who is the chaplain at the Director General's headquarters, celebrated Mass for them and also accompanied them on a pilgrimage to the Church of St. Sebastian.
