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Peyton Institute for Families- Bangalore

Global Leadership Influence for Family Well-being

The Peyton Institute in Bangalore expanded its influence through active participation in Catholic leadership initiatives. Promotional materials were distributed during the Jesus Youth event, which hosted 17,000 participants, mainly youth. Additionally, planners detailing the Institute's activities were shared with bishops, parish priests, and Holy Cross confreres. Collaborative efforts included consultations with the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CCBI) and participation in strategic planning meetings to enhance family-focused initiatives.

The core Research Team meets to finetune the details of a two-year research project on Synodality in India at the Peyton Institute for Families

An engaging discussion at a National Consultation organized by Peyton Institute for Families on the implementation of Synodality in India. This is part of a national study to help the Indian Church.

Family-Centered Educational Programs

The Institute hosted several programs aimed at fostering family spirituality and well-being. Four Sunday sessions on marriage and parenting were conducted, led by Dr. M.C. Abraham, which were well-received by participants. A workshop for Good Shepherd Sisters focused on personal growth and ministerial commitment. Furthermore, a five-day program, Healing the Inner Child, facilitated by Fr. Sundar Wilson, provided deeper emotional and spiritual insights. A three-day training provided experiential basic training on Family Therapy to students from the School of Social Work. The Institute also engaged in global initiatives, including active participation in the Global Digital Rosary for World Peace.

A group of selected teachers from different parts of India participate in a workshop organized by Peyton Institute for Families at Bangalore.

Community Building and Catholic Connections

The Institute strengthened community ties through various initiatives. Two-day sessions on creative ministering to families, led by Fr. Cajetan Menezes, brought valuable insights to participants. Strategic planning meetings with the CCBI reinforced community-driven goals. Additionally, workshops focused on equipping teachers to support children from dysfunctional families further enhanced the Institute's community impact.

Peyton Institute for Families invited a group of experts to discuss how Synodality can be advanced at different levels in Asian Church.

A group of selected teachers from different parts of India participate in a workshop organized by Peyton Institute for Families at Bangalore.

Peyton Institute for Families Engages Bangalore Youth in Vox Pop on the Importance of Family

Youth Empowerment Initiatives

The Institute connected with young Catholics by distributing promotional materials at large-scale youth events, including the Jesus Youth gathering. Training and counseling programs were organized at key locations such as St. Mary’s Basilica and St. Patrick’s Orphanage, offering spiritual and psychological support to youth, ensuring they were both engaged and empowered within the faith community.

54 Young People Engage in Family Counseling Skills Workshop at Peyton Institute for Families, Bangalore

Peyton Institute for Families and HCFM India Collaborate with Salesians of Don Bosco for National Catholic Media Conference

Graduation Ceremony: Second Batch Completes 10-Month Residential Family Therapy Course at Peyton Institute for Families, Bangalore

Holistic Family Counseling and Mental Health

The Institute offered consistent counseling and support services at St. Mary’s Basilica and St. Patrick’s Orphanage. Trained volunteers and counselors provided a listening ear and emotional guidance to pilgrims and orphaned children. Research on evolving marriages continued, with workshops and consultations held to design effective counseling modules. Additionally, collaborations with the Holy Spirit Sisters supported studies on provincial ministries and tailored spiritual support programs.

Group Therapy Session at Peyton Institute for Families, Bangalore – Fostering Personal and Collective Growth

Regular Individual and Family Counseling Services at Peyton Institute for Families

Fr. Royal Nazareth, C.S.C., Leads Training Session in Family Therapy

Quantitative Highlights

Workshops: Over 100 participants attended workshops and consultations at the Institute.
Youth Reach: Promotional materials distributed to over 17,000 youth at the Jesus Youth event.
Research Initiatives: Studies on marriages (SEMI) and Synodality advanced with national and regional collaboration.
Counseling Services: Weekly counseling sessions at two key locations served dozens of families and individuals.

HCFM Northeast India

Global Leadership Influence for Family Well-being

HCFM-NE India hosted a seminar and workshop for the Northeastern Leadership Team, led by Fr. Pinto Paul, C.S.C., and attended by the Archbishop of Shillong. The Provincial Chapter reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening family relationships through prayer, particularly the Rosary, and made strategic recommendations, including demographic outreach expansion, family counseling training, and program evaluation.

HCFM-NE India Hosts Leadership Seminar and Workshop, Reaffirming Commitment to Family Prayer and Outreach

Family-Centered Educational Programs

Educational initiatives engaged parents, youth, and students in marriage preparation, sacramental education, and Rosary teaching. Celebratory events such as Parents’ Day, Children’s Day, and Youth Day strengthened familial bonds and deepened spiritual commitment. Participants provided positive feedback, reporting a renewed commitment to daily family prayer and spiritual growth.

Children Engage in Bible Camp at Holy Cross Parish, Tripura, Growing in Faith and Scripture

Youth Empowerment Initiatives

Daily digital interactions with 450 altar servers fostered leadership in family prayer at home. Youth retreats, seminars, and competitions celebrated major Marian feasts, nurturing spiritual commitment and vocations to priesthood and religious life.

Youth Engage in Faith Formation Seminar at St. Paul's Parish, Kumarghat, Tripura

Youth Participate in “The Family That Prays Together Stays Together” Seminar

Cultural Engagement via Media

WhatsApp and Facebook were leveraged to share spiritual content in six languages, reaching over 1,200 followers. While rural settings posed challenges, the ministry continued to expand its digital reach through posts, homilies, and reflections to connect with diverse communities.

Holistic Family Counseling and Mental Health

Six counselors trained at the Peyton Institute in Bangalore supported family and educational initiatives, providing spiritual and emotional well-being. Counseling services continue to expand as a key component of the ministry.

Families Gather for Annual Healing Retreat at Holy Cross Parish, Koloriang

Community Building and Catholic Connections

Face-to-face activities in parishes and dioceses have proven effective, especially in rural areas. Efforts to strengthen community ties through events and parish networks have created lasting connections. Digital engagement is being explored to complement these efforts.

Altar Servers Training Held at Good Shepherd Parish, Jongksha, India

Quantitative Highlights

93 centers established, connecting 40,000 families.
10 new centers opened, reaching 12,000 additional families.
Over 100 programs conducted, impacting 35,000 families.
450 altar servers engaged in leading daily family prayers.
1,200+ Facebook followers and active WhatsApp groups in six languages.

HCFM-Tamil Nadu

Global Leadership Influence for Family Well-being

HCFM-Tamil Nadu strengthened its leadership through programs such as retreats, family prayer sessions, and Rosary rallies. The ministry collaborated with parish priests and diocesan bishops to expand its influence across 16 dioceses, promoting family prayer and the legacy of Ven. Peyton. Efforts included establishing Ven. Peyton's Guild in four CSC-run parishes and distributing Bible diaries.

Family-Centered Educational Programs

Family-focused initiatives included:

Quarterly publication of Family Light, a magazine featuring reflections, events, and testimonials.
Distribution of 22,000 Bible diaries, reaching families in remote parishes.
Retreats and parish events emphasizing family prayer, reconciliation, and Eucharistic adoration.
Peyton’s Guild events, including Peyton’s Day, which gathered 300 couples in prayer.

HCFM-TN Hosts Family-Centered Education Program Across Tamil Nadu, Impacting 1,500+ Participants

Youth Empowerment Initiatives

Programs targeted youth engagement in prayer and spirituality:

Formation of prayer guilds and prayer-focused events in schools and communities.
Active promotion of family prayer among youth through parish-based programs and retreats.

Rosaries Given to Young People

Growing in Faith: Young People in Prayer to Deepen Their Relationship with God

Empowering Young People to Lead Their Families in the Family Rosary Prayer

Cultural Engagement via Media

The ministry expanded its digital outreach with:

1,116 daily Gospel reflection videos uploaded to YouTube.
22,235 total YouTube views and 403 subscribers.
5 active WhatsApp groups with 1,250 participants sharing daily reflections and prayer materials.

Holistic Family Counseling and Mental Health

Counseling sessions were offered to individuals and couples, addressing spiritual and emotional well-being. The ministry emphasized reconciliation and family unity through confession and personalized guidance.

Healing and Renewal: Fr. Antony Chelian Leads a Powerful Healing Service

Community Building and Catholic Connections

HCFM-Tamil Nadu organized retreats and Rosary rallies across 135 parishes, connecting with families and religious communities.

Strengthening Faith: HCFM-TN Hosts Reflection Day for Religious Brothers and Sisters

Quantitative Highlights

80,000 Rosaries distributed across Tamil Nadu.
22,000 Bible diaries printed and distributed to families.
135 parishes reached with 230 projects, impacting 22,000 families.
1,116 YouTube videos uploaded with 22,235 views and 403 subscribers.
300 couples participated in Peyton’s Day.

HCFM South India

Family-Centered Educational Programs

135 Children Participate in 'Three Days with Mama Mary' Retreat, Receiving Positive Feedback from Parents

Staff and Students of Holy Cross School & P.U. College, Bangalore, Reflect on ‘Rosary: The Path to Holiness’ and Commit to Regular Prayer

Community Building and Catholic Connections

Parishioners Engage in Community Building Through Rosary and Family Sessions, Culminating in a Rosary Procession at St. Anthony's Church, Bangalore

Archbishop Peter Machado Welcomes Fr. Fred Jenga and Holy Cross Priests to Discuss Family Spiritual Enrichment in Bangalore

Youth Empowerment Initiatives

With high participation anticipated, particularly in Kerala, deanery-level youth retreats were thoughtfully planned to inspire and deepen faith among young people. The ministry also launched a Youth Rosary Rally, led by the Hosanna youth prayer group, integrating family prayer sessions to foster unity and bridge generational gaps in spiritual devotion.

Deanery-Level Youth Retreats and Rosary Rally Strengthen Faith and Family Bonds

Young participants in Chengalam, Kerala, engage in a character formation exercise, fostering personal growth, values, and leadership skills rooted in faith and community.

Teenagers and Youth in Chengalam Attend Interactive Session on Family Prayer

Fr. Johny Leads an Insightful Session on the Importance of Prayer

The Eucharist: A Central Part of Every Program

Young people and their parents came together in Bangalore for the Youth Empowerment Program, fostering personal growth, leadership, and faith-driven development within families.

Cultural Engagement via Media

Media outreach included producing YouTube videos of parish rosary rallies, garnering over 1,000 views. Daily reflection clips reached over 1,000 people, and the bimonthly newsletter "Family Light" provided insights on prayer to a targeted audience of 500 families.

Holistic Family Counseling and Spiritual Support

The Hope Counseling Center continued to serve individuals and families, offering tailored support for mental health and spiritual growth. These services were instrumental in fostering emotional and relational healing within communities.

Participants of the Catholic Retreat in Kottayam Gather for Spiritual Renewal

Catholics from Kottayam and surrounding areas gathered for a faith-enriching retreat, experiencing prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal in a deeply transformative way.

Quantitative Highlights

Youth Retreats: Over 135 participants are expected for deanery-level events.
Daily Reflections: Reached more than 1,000 people through digital clips.
Newsletter Distribution: Targeted 500 families with the "Family Light" newsletter.
Catechism Retreats: Catechism children’s retreat in October involves 130 participants.
Parent and Couple Engagement: Parish-level Parents' Day celebrations and couples’ retreat in St. Joseph Church, Chengalam, attracted 60 participants.

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