On this Women’s Day, we honour Fr. Felix Wilfred’s prophetic legacy—his unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and dignity. Cover Story 5 calls us to carry forward his vision for a world where the woman and the girl enjoys freedom and is empowered.
The sudden passing of Fr. Felix Wilfred is a great loss to the Church and the cause of justice, equality, and women’s dignity. Though I never knew him personally, I saw him at symposiums and was struck by his rare blend of profound knowledge and simplicity. As Missiology students, we were to attend his class at St. Peter’s Pontifical Institute, but his sudden demise left us shocked. A prophetic voice for the marginalized, he continues to inspire, making this Women’s Day a fitting occasion to honour his vision for a just and equitable world.
Fr. Felix Wilfred: A Visionary for Justice
Through his writings and teachings, Fr. Wilfred consistently called for a deeper understanding of theologizing, one that transcends abstract ideas and is firmly rooted in the lived experiences of the marginalized. His works, such as Margins: Site of Asian Theologies and For a Socially Engaged Faith (2024), emphasized the importance of engaging with the ground realities faced by women, Dalits, and the impoverished people. His theology was shaped by the struggles of those at the periphery victims of any society.
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