Martha Inés Romero, Secretary General of Pax Christi International, took part in the III Assembly of Platforms, pastoral initiatives, and ecclesial networks coordinated by CELAM (Latin American and Caribbean Episcopal Council), held in Bogotá from 17 to 19 February. The gathering represented a crucial moment for the strengthening of CEPRAP, the Pastoral Centre of the Latin American and Caribbean Bishops’ Council, and for promoting the synodal vision outlined in the Ecclesial Assembly of Mexico and the Synod.

During the Assembly, Martha Inés engaged in theological reflections on the final document of the Synodal Church and contributed to strategic discussions on building networks based on four key dimensions: ecclesial, social, cultural, and ecological. She also took part in envisioning a Church capable of responding comprehensively to both faith and the urgent needs of local communities, promoting the concept of an “economy of effort,” whereby the union of charisms enables joint action.

The participation of Pax Christi International highlights the Movement’s commitment to strengthening ecclesial communion and participation, promoting alternatives to extractive economic models and building pastoral networks capable of fostering harmony in an increasingly polarised global context.

The Assembly confirmed that many networks were already living in a spirit of synodality before it became a central principle in Church teaching, demonstrating how the Spirit works through diverse charisms and collaborative ministries.