Episcopal Vicariate for Pastoral Coordination
Fr André Zaffarese
Tel: 25906507
Email: [email protected]
The Vicariate for Pastoral Coordination was established following the Synod of Bishops that concluded in October 2024, where Pope Francis emphasized the importance of synodality in the life and mission of the Church.
The Vicariate is responsible for assisting the Bishops in implementing the vision and priorities of the Church in Malta and coordinating pastoral life and work within the Archdiocese. This takes place through continuous collaboration with the vicariates and other entities within the Archdiocese that address the various ministries and needs of the Church.
Among other responsibilities, the Vicariate is also tasked with ensuring that Church entities, parishes, commissions, and groups work together to renew pastoral work, so that the Church’s pastoral efforts in Malta remain relevant and sustainable in the coming years for the overall wellbeing of society.
Secretariat for Parish Life
The Secretariat for Parish Life within the Episcopal Vicarage for Pastoral Coordination is responsible for assisting, following up and coordinating pastoral work in territorial parishes, personal parishes and language chaplaincies. The purpose of the secretariat is to help parishes identify emerging pastoral needs, assist in preparing for them and support them in their implementation.
The secretariat gives particular importance to the formation of pastoral workers within the parishes and the work of the Parish Pastoral Council. It carries out its duties hand in hand with other secretariats, commissions and entities, especially with the College of Parish Priests.
Lifelong Catechesis
Rev. Dr David Torpiano
Tel: 25906619
Email: [email protected]
Website: katekezi.mt
The Ministry for Lifelong Catechesis oversees and coordinates the various aspects of the catechetical formation of the faithful, in particular of Catholic families in their various stages of life, in the Archdiocese of Malta.
Spiritual Development in Schools
Rev. Reuben Gauci
Tel: 25906503
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sds.mt
The Spiritual Development in Schools Unit within the Archdiocese of Malta is responsible for pastoral ministry in State and Independent schools, coordination of religious counsellors in State schools and continuous contact with State and Independent schools to support them in the spiritual and moral development of students and all the school communities.
Malta Catholic Youth Network (MCYN)
Benjamin Flores Martin
Tel: 25906505
Email: [email protected]
Website: mcyn.org
The role of the Archbishop’s Delegate for Youth is to oversee, coordinate and support the work with youth happening within the diocese whilst keeping an open dialogue with secular society. Click here for more information.
Kummissjoni Djoċesana Tfal
Email: [email protected]
The commission takes care of the spiritual, social and human formation of the children through monthly meetings as well as live-ins, at least three times a year. The children are trained to make their voices heard in the Church and to be responsible leaders within the Church.
Moviment ta’ Kana
Chris Demicoli
Tel: 22238000
Email: [email protected]
Website: canamovement.org
The role of the Cana Movement is to works for the pastoral care of families. The Cana Movement prepares couples for the Holy Sacrament of Marriage, accompanies families in their journey, offers counseling services and help through a number of support groups.
Office for Volunteers Coordination
Albert Debono
Email: [email protected]
The purpose of this office is to coordinate volunteering and pastoral workers within the Archdiocese of Malta, especially in parishes and diocesan offices.
Relations with Groups and Movements (FORUM)
Angèle Cassar
Email: [email protected]
The role of FORUM is to provide a space where catholic lay groups, movements, and communities can meet and help each other in the planning of their pastoral planning in a spirit of communion, dialogue, and solidarity.
Diocesan Commission for Sport
Karl Cortis
Tel: 25906510
Email: [email protected]
RCIA
The Christian Initiation of Adults Office’s small team welcomes and accompanies people from all backgrounds who are on a journey to becoming Catholic or to be confirmed in the Catholic faith. From the period of Evangelisation, to the Catechumenate, to the intense period of Purification and Enlightenment, to post-baptismal Mystagogy, those seeking the sacraments of initiation are transformed in a radical experience of “becoming church” that is liturgical, catechetical and profoundly communal. The year-long experience of learning about the story of salvation, as revealed in the Scriptures, and how this continues to be received in Tradition, is a rich experience of healing, friendship and celebration. His Grace, Archbishop Charles J. Scicluna, personally welcomes all the Elect and administers the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist at every Easter Vigil at the St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta.
Website: welcome.church.mt
BeKIDS
bekids.mt is a website that offers support to all Catholic parents, who remain those primarily responsible for their children’s Christian formation. It offers resources with children’s games, videos, podcasts and crafts rich in catechetical content. Its aim is to offer a comprehensive catechetical formation for children and preadolescents, Bekids.mt also partners with international catechetical websites to offer the best formation through digital media for children.
Website: bekids.mt
Email: [email protected]