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Synodality

Governance symposium at ACU’s Rome campus ‘a milestone’

The second Inclusive Governance in a Synodal Church Symposium concluded at Australian Catholic University’s Rome Campus on Friday.  Source: Vatican News. 

Synodality

International symposium to be held ACU’s Rome campus

Theologians, canon lawyers, bishops, religious, lay leaders and governance practitioners from around the world will gather in Rome for the 2026 Inclusive Governance in a Synodal Church Symposium.

In The Dioceses Synodality

Parishes plan for the future ahead of October assembly

Eighteen months after the inaugural Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocesan Assembly, parish communities across the archdiocese continue to gather, reflect and plan for the future. Source: Catholic Voice.

Synodality

Synod study groups release interim reports

The study groups Pope Francis established to provide an in-depth reflection on controversial, complex or “emerging” questions raised during the Synod of Bishops on Synodality have published interim reports. Source: OSV News.

Education Synodality

Students to give their views on future direction of the Church

Working out how to collect the thoughts of tens of thousands of students on the future direction of the Church in South Australia was at the fore of a meeting of Catholic Education South Australia principals. Source: The Southern Cross.

In The Dioceses Synodality

Synod consultations point the way to Church’s future

In a historic moment for the Church in Sydney, the third and final regional Synod consultation saw hundreds of faithful share their ideas for the Church’s future. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

Synodality Western Australia

Perth Archdiocese to establish Diocesan Pastoral Council 

Perth Archdiocese is entering an important new chapter in its synodal journey with the establishment of the Diocesan Pastoral Council. Source: The Record.

Jubilee 2025 Synodality

Australians gather in Rome for Synod reflection

A contingent of 24 Australians is in Rome to celebrate the Church’s commitment to walking together in hope and mission. Source: ACBC Media Blog.

Evangelisation Synodality

‘Walk with, don’t talk at’: Evangelising the synodal way

Evangelisation, says Canberra-Goulburn Archbishop Christopher Prowse, is not about shouting louder – it’s about walking closer. Source: Catholic Voice.