Synod on Synodality Updates and Latest News
The Synod on Synodality, initiated by Pope Francis in October 2021, is a multiyear process initiated by Pope Francis to enhance the communion, participation, and mission of the Church. The Catholic Church’s massive synodal process has already undergone diocesan, national, and continental stages. It culminates in two global assemblies at the Vatican. The first monthlong session of the Synod on Synodality, concluded on Oct. 29, 2023, with the finalization of a 42-page synthesis report. The October 2024 session is expected to produce a final report, which will be presented to Pope Francis for his consideration in issuing any related teaching.
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10 questions (and answers) about the Synod on Synodality’s final document
From its magisterial status to proposals on Church governance, here are answers to the most pressing questions about the synod’s... Read more
The Synod on Synodality’s final document: What you need to know
The text also addresses accountability measures, calling for enhanced financial transparency, and protocols for abuse prevention. Read more
Pope Francis ratifies Synod on Synodality’s final document, marking new approach to Church reform
Pope Francis has announced that the final Synod on Synodality document will be adopted without a traditional papal exhortation. Read more
‘We walk together’: U.S. bishops reflect on last global session of Synod on Synodality
“We walk together and, of course for us, we walk together with Christ,” Archbishop Timothy Broglio said. Read more
Tokyo’s new cardinal shares what he is looking for in the next pope
“If a conclave happens very soon, I think what we need is somebody to succeed the policy of Pope Francis,”... Read more
Analysis: What will the final document of the Synod on Synodality be like?
The Synod on Synodality final document is set to be discussed and voted on this weekend. What will be in... Read more
Cardinal Czerny: Legacy of Synod on Synodality will be a ‘refreshed’ missionary Church
“The central insight of Vatican II is that we are all enjoying equal dignity as Christians by our baptism,” Canadian... Read more
African bishops speak: How has the Synod on Synodality impacted the Church in Africa?
How has the Synod on Synodality impacted the Catholic Church in Africa? And, in turn, how has the Church in... Read more
Fernández: Diaconate ‘is not today’ the answer for promoting women in Church leadership
Cardinal Víctor Fernández at a speech at the general congregation on Oct. 21 recalled that for the Holy Father the... Read more
Cardinal Fernández promises follow-up meeting after controversial absence
Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández has reportedly apologized for what he called a “misunderstanding” regarding his absence from an Oct. 18... Read more
Synod delegates urge young Catholics to learn how to listen to others in a polarized world
Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich drew attention to the upcoming Nov. 5 U.S. elections and stressed the importance of seeing the person... Read more
Here’s what’s happening during the last week of the Synod on Synodality
The focus going forward will be the writing and editing of the Synod on Synodality’s final document. Read more
U.S. bishops to meet in November to discuss synod, Eucharistic Revival, canonization causes
Major items on the agenda for the plenary assembly include reports on the U.S. bishops’ efforts concerning the National Eucharistic... Read more
Analysis: Is the Synod on Synodality’s focus on the local Churches a Trojan horse?
One gets the impression that many Synod on Synodality participants view the subject of local Churches as a kind of... Read more
Why did the Synod on Synodality hold extra theological meetings in 2024?
At the forums, speakers drew heavily on the Church’s dogmatic constitution from Vatican II, Lumen Gentium, in their defenses of... Read more
Dutch cardinal advocates Christ-centered reform over controversial issues
Maintain unity in the Church and focus on Christ-centered catechesis, Dutch Cardinal Willem Eijk of Utrecht warned against the backdrop... Read more
Australian archbishop: Synod on Synodality cannot ‘reinvent the Catholic faith’
“It's the one Church, it’s the one faith, and we want to keep celebrating that even amidst our cultural diversity,”... Read more
Catholics invited to ‘adopt’ Synod on Synodality members in prayer
The prayer campaign sends a daily email with guidance on how to pray for the “adopted” Synod on Synodality participant. Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Francis, synod pray where first Christian martyrs of Rome were killed
The ecumenical prayer vigil Oct. 11 was held in Roman Protomartyrs Square inside Vatican City. Read more
Synod debates on bishops, laypeople opened to public at theology forums
Speakers claimed an important part of synodality is implementing the proper understanding of a bishop’s authority in his diocese. Read more
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