Massive synod outreach to New Jersey Catholics underway
The effort to connect with all the Catholics in the Archdiocese of Newark is underway. The impressive undertaking is in response to Pope Francis’ desire to hear from as many … Learn More
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Synodality described as an opportunity to hear God’s call to the church
Laypeople deserve to be heard, and Pope Francis is inviting the church to hear their voices through the synodal process now underway, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin of Newark, New Jersey, … Learn More
U.S. bishops focus on Communion, synodality, finances in fall assembly
BALTIMORE (CNS) — The U.S. bishops, gathered for the first time in person since 2019, discussed the highly anticipated statement on the Eucharist without the heated discussion it stirred up … Learn More
Prelates see synodal process as Holy Spirit’s realm to inspire the church
As Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda of St. Paul and Minneapolis sees it, the church-wide synod called by Pope Francis is all about the Holy Spirit. For the next several months, … Learn More
Vatican extends until August initial listening phase for Synod of Bishops
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To ensure all Catholics have an opportunity to share and to listen as part of the initial process leading up to the Synod of Bishops in … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: The opportunities and risks of our synodal journey
When he formally inaugurated the synod process, Pope Francis identified three risks and three opportunities. The first risk is that the synod process will be a mere formality. Will we … Learn More
Newark begins synodal journey with Catholics around the world
The synodal process “is not simply a series of meetings,” but “an effort to open ourselves to a permanent conversion of heart,” said Cardinal Joseph Tobin, C.Ss.R., on Sunday when … Learn More
We are all called to walk this synodal path
On Sunday, Oct. 17, the bells of Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart will ring with joy calling us to the celebration of the Eucharist presided over by Cardinal … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin introduces ‘synod on synodality’ to faithful of the Archdiocese in new letter
TO THE PEOPLE OF GOD IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF NEWARK: Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! … Learn More
Pope to begin synodal process with Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Vatican announced that Pope Francis will formally launch the process of the Synod of Bishops with a Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica. The Oct. 10 … Learn More
