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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.
Synod on Synodality study groups chart progress at Vatican meeting
Leaders of the 10 study groups formed out of the Synod on Synodality met on Tuesday to discuss open questions, methodology, challenges, and the delivery of reports, according to a communication from the Synod office. Source: CNA.
Delegates urged to carry forward spirit of Diocesan Assembly
Sale Diocese held its Diocesan Assembly on the weekend, with 240 delegates from Catholic parishes, schools and organisations gathering to define the diocese’s pastoral priorities and actions for the next five years.
Perth Archdiocese unveils vision for synodality in final assembly report
The Perth Archdiocese developed a comprehensive final report from its Archdiocesan Assembly, signalling a bold step toward implementing synodality and co-responsibility. Source: The Record.