Synod call to communion can help a fractured world, theologian says
“Communion is the beauty of diversity in unity.”
Category: Synod
Synodal silence: Pope says church must pause, ‘fast’ from public words
“The vision of Vatican II is the shared point of reference for the Synod starting from the catholicity of the People of God.” Tweeted Cardinal Tobin.
New ‘grammar of synodality’ on display at start of synod gathering
Participants to read “the signs of the times.”
Synod members begin small-group discussions on ‘synodality’
The theme of the synod is: For a synodal church: Communion, participation, mission.
Synod begins work with focus on Holy Spirit and listening
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis opened the work of the assembly of the Synod of Bishops asking members to meditate on ancient theological texts about the Holy Spirit, have the … Learn More
Pope addresses fears around synod: ‘Not a political gathering’
VATICAN CITY — Members of the assembly of the Synod of Bishops are not gathered in Rome to implement a “plan of reformation” but to walk together as a church … Learn More
For synod, questions around women’s diaconate run right through the priesthood
As the Synod on Synodality opens Oct. 4 in Rome, among the most closely watched topics under discussion is the question of whether the Catholic Church can or will extend the permanent … Learn More
‘Synodality is a call from God for the church today,’ says synod undersecretary
The approaching world Synod of Bishops on Synodality aims to be a lesson on the “exchange of gifts,” said Sister Nathalie Becquart, undersecretary of the Vatican’s Synod of Bishops office … Learn More
On retreat, synod members look at ways to accept, overcome differences (Videos)
Cardinal Tobin joins other bishops on retreat Oct. 1-3 in Rome.
Special Seton Hall guest discusses the ‘unique time’ of the Synod
‘This moment in the Church is crucial for many believers.’