The Synod of Bishops will be askjed to reflect on the characteristics they believe are essential for building a “synodal church” by sharing what they heard from multiple listening sessions.
Inside, outside: Synod to focus on the church and its role in the world
Syriac Catholic bishops’ ordinary synod in Iraq called ‘unprecedented historical event’
Syriac Catholic bishops from around the world met for their annual ordinary synod in Iraq, the first to be held outside Lebanon — where the patriarchal seat is located — in more than 125 years.
10 things to know about October’s Synod on Synodality in Rome
The worldwide Synod of Bishops convenes in Rome on Oct. 4 on the feast of St. Francis of Assisi to focus on “synodality” and understanding what it means in terms of “communion, participation and mission” in the church.
Photos of the week September 15, 2023
Photos featured this week include a dance troupe from South Korea performing in St. Peter’s Square. thousands gathering for the beatification Mass of the Ulma family and earthquake survivors in Morocco.
Solidarity among Moroccans brings hope for the future, Caritas official says
The devastating earthquake that struck Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains not only showed the destructive power of nature but also the strength of the country’s men and women to unite to help their compatriots.
‘We’re keeping all in God’s mercy,’ says bishop as despair mounts amid flooding in Libya
Authorities in Libya announced a three day mourning following a deadly flood disaster. It’s estimated that over 5,100 people had died and 10,000 were reportedly missing.
In visits to Detroit cathedral, woman left there as baby in ’50s reconnects with her roots
Mary Fuller was left on the back pew of Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit and was adopted 70 years ago. In 2020, she discovered and connected her birth family.
Border shelter for pregnant migrants is consistent pro-life effort, co-founder says
A shelter near the U.S.-Mexico border run by a pro-life leader for pregnant migrants is preparing to welcome the first infant born while the mother is staying at the shelter.