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“A shift in mindset is required, moving from viewing the laity as mere collaborators with the clergy to recognizing that the clergy and laity are ‘co-responsible’ for the Church’s well-being and action.”

“Our battles today, both in our families and in our country, suffer from a lack of hearts inclined to listen. Listening requires patience, the pope reminds us. It also requires a certain humility.”

“Of the many words that Pope Francis has introduced or reintroduced to our lexicon, one of his frequently employed terms (often left untranslated) is ‘parrhesia,’ described as boldness or conviction, which the Holy Father insists is vital to the proclamation of the Gospel today.”

The lack of hope and the sense of helplessness in the world is an opportunity for those in religious life keep an open ear both to God and to the sufferings of others, the pope told the group.

The daytime crowd gathered outside the highest court of the land after lunchtime May 3 seemed more intent on talking and listening.

“The process of synodality has been challenging each of us to not immediately shut down any voice, and to listen to the questions that are being asked.”

“Many have participated, but the invitation calls for more. The Church asks you to share your voice through listening opportunities that are being offered.”

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