In accordance with the teachings of Vatican II and the provisions of the code of Canon Law the Latin Catholic Church in Kerala started a process of renewal in the church and has formed all the canonical structures, councils and committees that required the participation of the Laity in all the 12 dioceses and in all the parishes. They are given proper training and they function as responsible consultative bodies. All the major activities in the Church are carried out in consultation with and often under the leadership of the Laity. Church promotes various associations and movements of Laity that are in tune with the functioning and mission of the church.