While a Synod of Bishops is not a parliament and its preparatory process is not “an opinion poll,” Pope Francis insisted that involving as many people as possible in the process and prayerfully listening to all of them is the only way to recognize the call of the Holy Spirit.
Pope warns that synod could be ‘elitist’ exercise unless all have a voice
Key to 2023 synod is listening, says Vancouver chancellor
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (CNS) — Barbara Dowding, chancellor of the Archdiocese of Vancouver, says there’s good reason for excitement about the 2023 Synod of Bishops on […]
Diocesan Ministry Day Mass will open international synod’s diocesan phase
Pope Francis has asked dioceses around the world to engage in a listening process in the lead up to the international gathering to better understand where the Holy Spirit wants to lead the Church.
Collegiality, synodality needed to face challenges in Europe, bishops say
Heads of several bishops’ conferences and councils around the world called for greater collegiality and communion among bishops to confront the challenges facing the church in Europe and across the globe.
Synodal process looks to hear from voices on the margins of the church
Pope Francis is inviting Catholics both in the mainstream of church life and on the margins to voice their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023.
Local theology professor named to Vatican commission assisting Synod of Bishops
St. John’s School of Theology and Seminary associate professor Kristin Colberg has been named to the synod’s theological commission.
Pope names relator general for 2023 synod
Pope Francis has chosen Cardinal Hollerich to serve as relator general of the Synod of Bishops on synodality, the Vatican announced July 8.
Bishop: Pope wants German Catholics to discuss issues openly, honestly
Bishop Bätzing said he assured the pope that German Catholics do not want to split from the church.