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In The Dioceses Synodality

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.

Synodality

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.

Synodality

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.

In The Dioceses Synodality

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.

Mission Synodality

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.

Synodality

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.

Eastern Rite Synodality

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.

Synodality Women

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.

Synodality

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.