St. John’s School of Theology and Seminary associate professor Kristin Colberg has been named to the synod’s theological commission.
Local theology professor named to Vatican commission assisting Synod of Bishops
Not a walk in the park: Synod journey requires listening, patience
In his continuing efforts to promote a synodal process that involves the whole church and focuses on listening to one another and to the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Pope Francis in May approved major revisions to how the Synod of Bishops will work, starting with a full diocesan-level process of consultation.
Naming undersecretaries for synod, pope gives a woman a vote
Xaviere Missionary Sister Nathalie Becquart will not be the first woman undersecretary of a major Vatican office, but she will be the first woman with a right to vote at a meeting of the Synod of Bishops.
A synod for the Amazon
Decisions made by the Synod of Bishops on the Amazon will ripple to the rest of the Church. Register now for DMD, Sept. 30.
Vatican official tells Hong Kong youths: Get involved in synod prep
Cardinal encourages young Catholics to get involved in preparation for the next Synod of Bishops in October of 2018.
Pope wants synod dedicated to people in Amazon, archbishop says
Peruvian bishops met with Pope Francis for two and a half hours May 15 during the “ad limina” visit and shared concerns of the indigenous people of the Amazon region.
Upcoming synod needs young people’s voices, pope says
In preparation for a meeting of the Synod of Bishops focused on youth, the pope wrote a letter to young people, saying the church wants “to listen to your voice, your sensitivities and your faith, even your doubts and your criticism.”