Pope: Mission is Common Goal of Synod and Ecumenism
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Halfway through the Synod of Bishops, Pope Francis and synod participants prayed that God would...
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Synod: Synodal leadership can ease a bishop’s burdens
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – A bishop who runs his diocese like a “monarch” is not only not acting synodally,...
In second week, synod to discuss authority in the church
By Justin McLellan, CNS – Members of the Synod of Bishops have begun looking for ways to make relationships within...
Vatican doctrinal chief tells synod it’s not time for women deacons
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – “Rushing” to open the diaconate to women in the Catholic Church would short-circuit a necessary...
Pope: Let the Synod Be Led by the Blowing of the Spirit
By Justin McLellan, CNS – Members of the Synod of Bishops must engage in genuine dialogue with those holding differing...
Pope to Synod: Church Must Recognise, Ask Pardon for its Sins
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – The Catholic Church cannot be credible in its mission of proclaiming Christ unless it acknowledges...
Pre-Synod Retreat: Like Jesus, be patient with others
By CNS – Synod members must imitate Jesus’ patience and acceptance toward others as they prepare to exchange contrasting visions...
In synod process, church is listening to God, not ‘polls,’ cardinal says
By Justin McLellan, CNS – The Catholic Church can only teach the faithful if it is an institution that listens,...
Pope Francis’ Letter to Parish Priests
Dear Brother Priests, The International Meeting “Parish Priests for the Synod”, and the dialogue with all of you who have...
