Pope Francis told the college of cardinals that it is called “to resemble a symphony orchestra, representing the harmony and synodality of the church.”
Synod on Synodality
Posted inFaith, Podcasts
The Holy Spirit: The most misunderstood person of the Trinity?
This week on Jesuitical, Zac and Ashley are joined by Chris Hadley, S.J., to talk about the oft-overshadowed third person of the Trinity: the Holy Spirit.
Posted inFaith
Follow America’s coverage of the Synod on Synodality
America is excited to announce that we are heavily investing in our coverage of the synod to keep you informed.
Posted inFaith, Short Take
Is the synod ignoring the concerns of most Catholics in the pews?
The synod on synodality has prompted a battle over grand visions for the church. Meanwhile, Catholic parishes are failing to meet the day-to-day spiritual needs of people in the pews.
Posted inFaith, News
Pope Francis’ sex abuse commission: Synod must make safeguarding a priority
“The reality of sexual abuse in our church goes to the heart of the synod’s agenda,” a statement by the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors said.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Father James Martin: The hopes and stories I’m bringing to the Synod on Synodality
My hopes are simple: I hope that the synod will be guided by the Holy Spirit and the participants will be able to listen to the voices of Catholics from around the world.
Posted inFaith, News
Pope Francis wants discernment to guide the synod, but it’s not easy—nor always successful
Dialogue becomes that much more difficult when you feel that God is on your side.
Posted inFaith, Podcasts
Podcast: The art of a short homily
As the church approaches the Synod on Synodality, Synod delegate Iván Montelongo explains how he integrates the spirit of Synodality into his preaching—all while keeping his homilies short and sweet.
Posted inFaith, Short Take
Bishops should get regular performance reviews
Seeing the pope every five years is not enough.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Vatican releases full list of synod participants: Chinese bishops in, Cardinal Ladaria out
We now know everyone who will participate in the historic month-long gathering at the Vatican this October.