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LGBT activist group hopes to influence family synod
The start of the Extraordinary Synod on the Family has triggered a wave of activism from well-funded LGBT activist groups... Read more
What kinds of family issues are important to a Nicaraguan bishop?
Gang violence, family separation and a “chauvinistic culture” that strains marriages are among the challenges facing families in parts of... Read more
Here's why Church teaching on 'gay marriage' did not change today
The Catholic blogosphere exploded Monday after the Extraordinary Synod of Bishops released a document summarizing last week’s discussion. Read more
Sheer 'barbarism' against Middle East families must end
The Synod of Bishops on Friday denounced “barbaric” violence in the Middle East, saying the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt... Read more
Cardinal shines light on migration, marriage prep in family synod
The effects of migration and poverty upon families, the pastoral care of children, the Eucharist in connection to our understanding... Read more
As violence ravages homeland, Nigerian bishop hopes in synod
Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Jos, Nigeria, has high hopes for the outcome of the current bishops’ synod, noting the contributions... Read more
Pope's concern for Christians in Middle East emerges at family synod
In an unexpected move, Pope Francis added to the schedule of the upcoming consistory for the causes of saints a... Read more
Don't expect 'sound bite solutions' from synod, US cardinal says
While there will not be any quick fixes unveiled at this year’s synod, a fair amount of talk can be... Read more
Family needed today as much as ever, synod official emphasizes
The family is not an outdated model, and Catholics should defend it from the sins that call into question and... Read more
Pope: Family needs Scripture to move forward in faith, hope
“In order for the family to proceed well, with faith and hope,” said Pope Francis to crowds in St. Peter's... Read more
Synod must serve God's dream, not try to 'take over,' Pope says
The work of the Synod on the Family is more than a discussion of ideals or a show of intelligence,... Read more
Cardinal Kasper: Adultery language is offensive, insulting
In recent interviews, German Cardinal Walter Kasper suggested that while Church doctrine cannot change, it can be adapted and interpreted... Read more
Leading US bishop: Synod to help faithful embrace Church teaching
The upcoming Synod on the Family is a chance to support and accompany Catholic families as they learn to appreciate... Read more
Vatican official says synod is 'about family, not divorce'
At a press conference revealing the official working calendar for the synod of bishops, the group's secretary general said the... Read more
'There is no authentic and true pastoral care against doctrine'
Despite media expectations for the upcoming synod of bishops, Pope Francis will make his final decisions in his legitimate role... Read more
The Synod on the Family: a look beyond the media hype
As the media centers upon the question of whether the Church will change its teaching regarding reception of the Eucharist... Read more
Family synod an opportunity to support marriage, scholars urge
Law professors, family advocates and clergy have asked those participating in the upcoming synod of bishops to consider how best... Read more
Family life requires love of God, say married synod participants
A Brazilian couple who will speak at the upcoming Synod on the Family at the Vatican said they hope to... Read more
Synod at heart of papal liturgies for month of October
The schedule of liturgical celebrations over which Pope Francis will preside in October is mainly booked with events surrounding the... Read more
US bishops invite faithful to pray for family synod
The U.S. bishops have asked Catholics to take part in a worldwide day of prayer on Sept. 28 for the... Read more
