Gulu Archdiocese Trains Catechists in Basic Counseling Skills

The four days training took place at Gulu Archdiocese headquarters and was closed on Monday with awarding of certificates of participation to the trainees.

Clinical Psychologis, Consolate Apio from the University of Sacred Heart Gulu underscored that the training aligns with the Church’s commitment to mental well-being.

Catechists from Parishes in Gulu Vicariate, Archdiocese of Gulu acquired essential skills in basic counselling

In his closing remarks, the Vice Chancellor of University of Sacred Heart Gulu, Rev. Fr. Dr. Jino O Mwaka urged the Catechists let the training bring meaningful transformation in their lives rather than telling others that they attended a training without any visible change in their lives.

The program was organized by University of the Sacred Heart, Gulu Counselling Unit was conducted under the theme “Empowering Catechists to Address Psychological and Emotional Challenges during Pastoral Ministry.

Several catechists commended the initiative and expressed commitment to applying the skills acquired in their pastoral duties.