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- 28 May, 2023
Bishop Long announces Diocesan Synod for Parramatta
Parramatta Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv has formally announced a Diocesan Synod will take place to “chart a new pathway for the diocese”. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Lenten prayer resources published for Synod of Bishops
People following global progress towards the two assemblies of the Synod of Bishops for a Synodal Church are being invited to participate in Lenten prayers to support the ongoing journey. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Bishops carry shared mission home from Oceania assembly
The Catholic bishops of Oceania have concluded their week-long gathering in Fiji with a missioning Mass, being encouraged to respond to the hopes and challenges they shared with hearts of mission and service.
Opening Mass celebrated for Oceania bishops assembly
A Mass steeped in Fijian spirituality and tradition has opened the Federation of Catholic Bishops Conferences of Oceania assembly – a gathering its president hopes will turn “a new page” in the bishops’ shared mission.
Bishops to play ‘crucial role’ in synodal process
In a letter addressed to the world’s Catholic bishops, the General Secretary and the General Relator of the Synod on Synodality have shared “considerations” on the role of bishops in the synodal process. Source: Vatican News.
Oceans, synodality among key themes for Oceania bishops
Dozens of bishops will descend on Fiji this weekend for the quadrennial gathering of the Federation of Catholic Bishops Conferences of Oceania to reflect on and pray about their shared mission in the region.
Church in Oceania prepares response to Synod of Bishops report
The rich diversity of the Catholic Church across Oceania, as well as its unity, was evident during a meeting in Melbourne last week of representatives of the region’s four bishops conferences and Eastern Catholic churches. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Pope announces ecumenical prayer vigil for Synod
Pope Francis has announced an Ecumenical Prayer Vigil will be held in September prior to the first assembly of the Synod of Bishops on Synodality, so as to entrust the bishops’ work to the Lord. Source: Vatican News.
Australian reflections on Synod’s working document published
While the hundreds of Australians who participated in the latest round of discernment for the global Synod of Bishops process identified issues and challenges facing Catholics, there was a strong sense of hope for the Church’s future. Source: Media Blog.