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‘Good practice’: Vatican supports diocese’s synodal approach
The Vatican’s Synod office has recognised the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese’s approach to synodality and governance as “good practice”.
From global to local: Synodality reshapes understanding of Church
From the Vatican to a parish hall in the Canberra suburb of Manuka, the concept of “synodality” is reshaping how Catholics understand their Church. Source: Catholic Voice.
Third phase of synodal process a ‘step forward’ for Church
Cardinal Mario Grech, the Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops, has invited the Church to “make every effort to ensure that the third phase of the synodal process constitutes a further step forward in the experience and understanding of synodality”. Source: Vatican News.
Church’s focus on synodality likened to a pilgrimage
Sr Nathalie Becquart XMCJ likens the Church’s focus on synodality to a pilgrimage, a spiritual and practical journey, with highs, lows and the need for perseverance. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Bunbury clergy conference charts a synodal future
Bunbury Diocese clergy gathered in Busselton, Western Australia, for a conference on nurturing a culture for a synodal Church, emphasising the call from Bunbury Bishop George Kolodziej SDS for courage rooted in faith.
Conference provides platform for discernment and ‘deep listening’
The Mission: The One Heart, Many Voices conference provided participants with a platform for discernment and deep listening. Source: Catholic Mission.
Synod leaders pledge obedience to Pope Leo
The leadership of the Vatican’s Synod office has offered its full availability and support of Pope Leo XIV in a public letter to the new pontiff shared on its website and social media pages. Source: National Catholic Register.
Chaldean Diocese begins assembly process
The St Thomas the Apostle Chaldean Diocese in Australia and New Zealand has begun a five-month “diocesan assembly” process. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Honouring the efforts of women in forming a more synodal Church
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on and honour the efforts of many women in forming a more inclusive and participatory church, according to the Director of the National Centre for Pastoral Research. Source: Catholic Voice.