The Apostolic Nuncio to Thailand, Archbishop Peter B. Wells, has called on Catholic educators in the country to preserve their Christian identity while engaging in dialogue with people of other faiths with openness, understanding, and mutual respect.
He made this appeal during the 54th Annual Conference of the Catholic Education Council of Thailand, held on August 17, 2025, at the Asia Pattaya Hotel, Chonburi, about 80 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. The conference was organized under the theme: “A Holy Year: Catholic Schools Join Pilgrimage as Hope for Society.”
In his address, Archbishop Wells acknowledged the significant contribution of Catholic schools in Thailand, which, he said, have brought the precious gift of education to generations of students and played a vital role in the moral and intellectual development of Thai society.
He urged educators to remain steadfast in their Catholic identity, describing it as a source of strength, hope, and clarity, particularly important when engaging in interfaith dialogue.
“Remain faithful to who you are as Catholic educators,” he said, “so that your mission continues to be a witness of hope and love to the broader society.”
Other speakers at the event addressed current challenges facing Catholic education in Thailand, including issues related to curriculum development, religious instruction, and maintaining relevance in an increasingly secularized society.
The conference drew the participation of several members of the Thai hierarchy, including Archbishop Anthony Weradet Chaiseri of Thare and Nonseng, Bishop Stephen Boonlert Phromsena of Ubon Ratchathani, Bishop Silvio Siripong Charatsri of Ratchaburi, and Bishop Philip Adisak Phorn-Ngam of Chanthaburi, along with numerous priests, religious sisters, and Catholic educators.
The Catholic Education Council of Thailand functions under the Commission on Missionary Affairs and Catholic Education of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Thailand. Its goals include supporting Catholic schools in aligning with the teachings of the universal Church, enhancing communication between the bishops and educational institutions, and developing policies rooted in Catholic educational values.
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