National Catholic Media Conference
- 23, 24 November 2024 (Saturday & Sunday)
- St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore
Upcoming
Event 2024
Illuminaire: Nurturing Digital Stewardship
- St. John's Medical College, Bangalore
- 23, 24 November 2024
- Conference Fee - INR 2000
Catholic Media Conference
Embracing the
Digital Revolution
Illuminaire is a transformative conference carefully crafted for priests, religious, and those in consecrated life, with the aim to empower the participants to navigate the digital age effectively, leverage technology for the betterment of their ministries and the Church’s mission and understand its impact on one’s daily life.
200+
Attendees
15+
Expert Speakers
6
Interactive Workshops
60+
Religious Congregations and Dioceses
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
LIST OF EVENTS IN
ILLUMINAIRE 2024
Comprehensive outline of the scheduled events for the upcoming conference.
07:15 AM
Holy Mass
08:00 AM
Breakfast
09.00 AM
Inaugural Session
10:00 AM
Session 1
Understanding the Digital Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges for Priests & Religious
Mr Derek O'Brien
Member of Parliament, West Bengal
10:45 AM
Coffee Break
11:15 AM
Session 2
Magisterial Approach and Guidelines towards our Digital Ministry
Dr Natasa Govekar
Dicatery for Communication, Vatican
12:00 PM
Session 3
Social Media and the Mission of Consecrated Life
Sr Joeyanna D’Souza, FSP
Social Media Ethics Speicalist
12:45 PM
Lunch
14:00 PM
Workshops
15:30 PM
Session 4
Success Stories in Digital Ministry
16:30 PM
Tea Break
17:00
Group Discussion
17:45 PM
Common Sharing
18:30 PM
Break
19:00 PM
Evening Prayer
19:30
Dinner & Culturals
07:15 AM
Holy Mass
08:00 AM
Breakfast
09.00 AM
Session 1
Nurturing Digital Discernment for Church Leaders
Fr Cedric Prakash SJ
Human Rights & Peace Activist and Writer
09:45 AM
Session 2
Accompanying the Alpha Gen in our Mission (Panel Discussion)
Fr Raj Kumar Fernando, SDB
Media Psychologist
10:30 AM
Coffee Break
11:00 AM
Session 3
Towards Digital Wellness & Resilience
Dr Elizabeth Jasmine
Psychologist & Principal - IIPR, Bangalore
11:45 AM
Session 4
Digital Ministry and Outreach in the Age of AI
Ms Poorva Jain
Digital Evangelist & Tech Entrepreneur
12:30 PM
Lunch
13:45 PM
Workshops
15:30 PM
Tea Break
16:00 PM
Catholic Connexion - Media Resources & Services (India)
1. Fr Vijay Lobo, President, SIGNIS India
2. Mr Ignatious Gonsalves, President, ICPA
3. Fr David Arockiam, CEO, Madha TV
4. Fr Ernest Rosario, Coordinator, Boscom (Salesian Media Network of South Asia)
5. Fr Joshan Rodrigues, Editor, The Examiner
6. Fr Michael Makri, Director - DBMN
7. Fr Cyril Victor, Coordinator, CCBI Media Apostolate
17:00 PM
Break
17:30 PM
Catholic Connexion - Media Resources & Services (Vatican) Interaction with Dr Paolo Ruffini,
Prefect, Dicastery for Communication, Vatican
18:30 PM
Valedictory Session
19:00 PM
Dinner & Departure
National Catholic Media Conference
Highlights
Workshops at Illuminaire
An engaging lineup of workshops designed to inspire growth,
foster innovation, and empower participants with practical skills.
foster innovation, and empower participants with practical skills.
EVENT PARTNERS
OUR PARTNERS
EXCITEMENT FOR THE EVENT
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Dr Paolo Ruffini
Prefect, Dicastery for Communication, VaticanI am pleased to learn about this timely initiative in India, which addresses a theme that resonates deeply with us. Nurturing digital stewardship among priests and religious is an urgent necessity, and the Dicastery for Communication is eager to assist, guide, and promote such initiatives. These efforts will undoubtedly enhance the quality of the Church's communication in the digital landscape. India holds immense potential, and I hope that the National Catholic Media Conference 2024 will foster awareness, guidance, and insights for all priests and religious. Together, we can creatively and courageously navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by our digital culture. 
His Eminence Filipe Neri Ferrão
President–elect – Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conference Archbishop of Goa & DamanI am delighted to hear about this wonderful initiative involving the Vatican Dicastery for Communication and the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences (FABC). The Illuminaire Conference will serve as a guiding light for all priests and religious to navigate the complexities of the digital age with wisdom and effectiveness. The Church must creatively and effectively respond to the call to serve the Gospel in this rapidly evolving landscape and accompany the faithful in facing the rising challenges. I am particularly pleased that this Conference will emphasize on digital discernment and wellness, while promoting responsible digital practices. 
Dr Natasa Govekar
Director – Theological Pastoral Department, Dicastery for Communication, Vatican The theme of 'Nurturing Digital Stewardship' is very timely and relevant. The digital landscape cannot be alien to our common pastoral concern, we have to be part of it and nurture it, transforming it for the service of the joy of the gospel. I am confident that Illuminaire will provide valuable insights into how we can navigate the opportunities and challenges of technology while remaining true to our mission of evangelization. Glancing at the programme schedule, I am hopeful that Illuminaire will guide the participants to harness these digital tools to connect us towards communion. 
Most Rev George Antonysamy
Archbishop of Madras – Mylapore, Vice President CBCII was very much delighted to hear about this upcoming Illuminaire seminar. Thanks to the organizers for thinking of this theme, and it will surely present a unique opportunity for us to reflect on our role as digital stewards. With the rise of artificial intelligence and social media, it's vital for us to develop practical skills for digital evangelization. I believe this conference will not only help us understand the digital landscape but also equip us to make responsible and ethical choices in our ministry. I'm looking forward to learning how to integrate digital technology effectively for our ministry. 
Sr Margaret Devadoss, FMA
Provincial – Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, Province of ChennaiWe are living today in a fast-paced digital culture. Understanding the impact of digital technology on our lives is very crucial for those in consecrated life. We cannot be lagging behind, we need to update and fine tune ourselves, to handle and respond to the digital culture in an intelligent way. I am sure this conference will address important issues such as digital well being and ethical choices, empowering us to cultivate a healthy digital environment. By nurturing digital well-being, I believe we can better serve our communities, guide our beneficiaries and fulfill our mission with authenticity and purpose. 
Fr Savio Silvera SDB
Provincial Incharge- BOSCOM South Asia & Provincial of INB ProvinceI am glad that we the Salesians of Don Bosco, in collaboration with other National bodies have taken the lead to offer this relevant experience to all the Priest and Religious of India. I am convinced that the topics addressed will deepen our understanding of the the impact of digital culture on our mission and our personal lives, guiding us to lead our beneficiaries and young people to be smart apostles in this digital landscape. I am excited about the workshops which will also will provide practical skills for effective digital ministry and outreach. 
Dr Paolo Ruffini
Prefect, Dicastery for Communication, VaticanI am pleased to learn about this timely initiative in India, which addresses a theme that resonates deeply with us. Nurturing digital stewardship among priests and religious is an urgent necessity, and the Dicastery for Communication is eager to assist, guide, and promote such initiatives. These efforts will undoubtedly enhance the quality of the Church's communication in the digital landscape. India holds immense potential, and I hope that the National Catholic Media Conference 2024 will foster awareness, guidance, and insights for all priests and religious. Together, we can creatively and courageously navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by our digital culture.
His Eminence Filipe Neri Ferrão
President–elect – Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conference Archbishop of Goa & DamanI am delighted to hear about this wonderful initiative involving the Vatican Dicastery for Communication and the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences (FABC). The Illuminaire Conference will serve as a guiding light for all priests and religious to navigate the complexities of the digital age with wisdom and effectiveness. The Church must creatively and effectively respond to the call to serve the Gospel in this rapidly evolving landscape and accompany the faithful in facing the rising challenges. I am particularly pleased that this Conference will emphasize on digital discernment and wellness, while promoting responsible digital practices.
Dr Natasa Govekar
Director – Theological Pastoral Department, Dicastery for Communication, Vatican The theme of 'Nurturing Digital Stewardship' is very timely and relevant. The digital landscape cannot be alien to our common pastoral concern, we have to be part of it and nurture it, transforming it for the service of the joy of the gospel. I am confident that Illuminaire will provide valuable insights into how we can navigate the opportunities and challenges of technology while remaining true to our mission of evangelization. Glancing at the programme schedule, I am hopeful that Illuminaire will guide the participants to harness these digital tools to connect us towards communion.
Most Rev George Antonysamy
Archbishop of Madras – Mylapore, Vice President CBCII was very much delighted to hear about this upcoming Illuminaire seminar. Thanks to the organizers for thinking of this theme, and it will surely present a unique opportunity for us to reflect on our role as digital stewards. With the rise of artificial intelligence and social media, it's vital for us to develop practical skills for digital evangelization. I believe this conference will not only help us understand the digital landscape but also equip us to make responsible and ethical choices in our ministry. I'm looking forward to learning how to integrate digital technology effectively for our ministry.
Sr Margaret Devadoss, FMA
Provincial – Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, Province of ChennaiWe are living today in a fast-paced digital culture. Understanding the impact of digital technology on our lives is very crucial for those in consecrated life. We cannot be lagging behind, we need to update and fine tune ourselves, to handle and respond to the digital culture in an intelligent way. I am sure this conference will address important issues such as digital well being and ethical choices, empowering us to cultivate a healthy digital environment. By nurturing digital well-being, I believe we can better serve our communities, guide our beneficiaries and fulfill our mission with authenticity and purpose.
Fr Savio Silvera SDB
Provincial Incharge- BOSCOM South Asia & Provincial of INB ProvinceI am glad that we the Salesians of Don Bosco, in collaboration with other National bodies have taken the lead to offer this relevant experience to all the Priest and Religious of India. I am convinced that the topics addressed will deepen our understanding of the the impact of digital culture on our mission and our personal lives, guiding us to lead our beneficiaries and young people to be smart apostles in this digital landscape. I am excited about the workshops which will also will provide practical skills for effective digital ministry and outreach.
