Synod call to communion can help a fractured world, theologian says
“Communion is the beauty of diversity in unity.”
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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
‘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
Five reasons why St. Francis is a model of synodality
Chesterton once wrote, “Newspapers not only deal with news, but they deal with everything as if it were entirely new.” There’s a lot of new talk surrounding synodality. But, insofar … Learn More
Before synod retreat, pope prays for listening instead of polarization
VATICAN CITY — On the eve of a three-day spiritual retreat for participants in the assembly of the Synod of Bishops, Pope Francis prayed that members of the church may embrace silence … Learn More
Special Seton Hall guest discusses the ‘unique time’ of the Synod
‘This moment in the Church is crucial for many believers.’