“Listening deeply, crossing cultural boundaries, and standing with the voiceless are not optional extras, they are at the heart of the Gospel lived out in today’s world.” Dr. Alex Perera Dr. Alex Perera, Member MCGP ICMICA Sri Lanka "Jesus walked this earth as the voice of the voiceless, a truth that Catholic lay professional organizations across the world need to take seriously as they plan for the future," says Dr. Alex Perera of the Movement of Catholic Graduates and Professionals (MCGP–ICMICA), Sri Lanka. In a conversation with News Whisperer, Dr. Perera reflected on how this core Christian reality should shape the mission and priorities of lay professionals today. He pointed to the process of synodality, introduced by Pope Francis, as a guiding principle, especially when engaging with the institutional Church. “Synodality should remain central in our relationship with the official Church,” Dr. Perera said. “It helps us grow in communion, participation, and a shared sense...