
Synodality Requires Conversion of Heart More Than New Structures, US Bishops Say
At their fall assembly, the USCCB also expressed support for the creation of a task force on synodality.
At their fall assembly, the USCCB also expressed support for the creation of a task force on synodality.
COMMENTARY: Definitions of synodality have finally been offered in the synod’s final report, including everything and leaving nothing out.
Cardinal Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla from South Sudan shared his plea for the Catholic Church worldwide to live in solidarity with the world’s poor and vulnerable living in different countries.
Speakers presented a wide range of topics, including ministering to young adults, people with disabilities, immigrants, people with same-sex attraction, and more.
ANALYSIS: Since Pope Francis’ 2015 speech, synodality has grown from a theological concept into a guiding principle of Church governance.
COMMENTARY: Has the process been undermined with the publication of ‘Fiducia Supplicans’ and its subsequent clarification? Consider these 12 questions.
COMMENTARY: What does the debate over ‘Fiducia Supplicans’ show us about the relationship in the Catholic Church between the authority of the pope and that of the bishops?
COMMENTARY: The Vatican spokesman has said media will have limited access to Synod on Synodality's sessions in keeping with past synods, and information reports on discussions will keep participants comments anonymous.
EDITORIAL: Journeying together and encountering Christ are not opposing goals, but are interdependent — and unifying for the life of the Church.
COMMENTARY: Considering this current context, can the Synod on Synodality provide a way forward?
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