More than 200 graduates of a social teaching course received their certificates this week in Cheju diocese. Bishop Peter Kang U-il said the social teaching program aimed to condense the Church’s teachings on prayer and reflection on the life of Jesus Christ, adding that the classes have drawn positive praise throughout the diocese. Alexander Moon Duck-young, president of the Catholic Lay Apostolate Council in Cheju, said he had anticipated only 100 students would successfully complete the course, which began in March. A total of 252 have so far completed the training. The program included lectures from retired Archbishop Andreas Choi Chang-mou and others on individual responsibility in matters of the environment, the promotion of peace and incorporating Church teachings into daily life. Related reports Church launches course on social teachings for university students