From January 27 to 31, the International Council of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network is meeting in Rome. This body is composed of the six Continental Coordinators, and its primary mission is to accompany the International Direction Team.
The main work of the Continental Coordinators is to provide pastoral support to the network’s National Directors and to foster spaces for communication and collaboration among the representatives of the various national teams in their regions.
On this occasion, the Council has gathered to review the current situation in the various countries and to plan the priority lines of action for the year 2026. Likewise, this meeting represents a privileged space to share experiences and collaborate on the diverse themes encompassed by the international mission.
Participants in the meeting:
Continental Coordinators:
- South Asia: Fr. Xavier Tharamel SJ
- Europe: Fr. Antonio Sant’Ana SJ
- Africa: Fr. Valter Cassamano SJ
- Asia Pacific: Anne Gray & John Gray (delegates)
- Latin America and the Caribbean: Bettina Raed
- North America: Fr. Philip Hurley SJ
International Direction Team:
- Director: Fr. Cristóbal Fones SJ
- Vice Director: Bettina Raed
- Vice Director: Fr. Miguel Melo SJ
Additionally, members of the International Executive Team are participating in some modules:
- Administration: Ana Benítez Carracedo
- Communication: Juan Ignacio Castellaro
- Finance: Pilar Jenssen
This meeting strengthens the shared mission and optimizes collaboration in the management of the Vatican Foundation and the Pontifical Apostolic Work, helping to strengthen ties and consolidate a global vision of this network of people.
