The gifts and charisms of women are essential to the Church's mission — and canon law already reflects that. How do we close the gap between permission and practice? bit.ly/4bAXPy1  
#ChurchLeadership #WomenintheChurch #Synodality #Substack

A listening session done well doesn't just gather opinions — it discerns where the Holy Spirit is leading. Our latest blog shares six steps to hosting one for Catholic Leaders. bit.ly/40RtyVy  

#CatholicLeadership #Synodality #Renewal

Our latest First Friday covers strategic planning in schools, measuring trust as an institutional metric, Pope Leo's first consistory, and more! Don't miss the latest from Leadership Roundtable — delivered to your inbox (or Substack).

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Asamblea de la Vicaría de México y Costa Rica: desde la sinodalidad hacia un proyecto común Del 5 al 8 de enero la Casa de la Recolección de Ahuatepec (Morelos) acogió a los 27 participantes de la Asamblea precapitular, 21 de México y seis de Costa Rica, para discernir los caminos de renovación, misión y reorganización

The Mexico-Costa Rica Assembly 2026 advances synodality in the Church: listening, dialogue and walking together in mission and communion. 🙏🕊️
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#Synodality #ChurchInJourney #Communion #Listening #SynodalPath

Synodality and Personal Renewal: Embracing and Transforming Lumen Gentium’s Universal Call to Holiness | Theological Studies Journal This essay dwells on a crucially important dimension of the church’s synodal renewal: personal renewal. First, I suggest that, to bring out the notion’s full weight, it is helpful to link it to the Se...

Delighted to share my latest #article on #synodality and #conversion, with a wink to #holiness and #LumenGentium, in the great journal #TheologicalStudies.

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Catholic youths begin synodal journey to tackle commuter safety in the Philippines Student hackers from Assumption Antipolo formally launches the PASAHero Movement, a commuter safety initiative developed during MISSION POSSIBLE Philippines hackathon.

Student hackers from Assumption Antipolo formally launches the PASAHero Movement, a commuter safety initiative developed during MISSION POSSIBLE Philippines Youth Social Hackathon. #Catholic #SynodGoodPractice #Commuting #Youthaction #Synod #Synodality

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Reflecting on Pope Francis' vision for #synodality, Fr Michael says, 'The beauty for me is that this has grown from the ground up.'
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Philippine cardinal calls for ‘kinship’ to guide Church in Asia A top Philippine church leader said “kinship” must guide the Church in Asia as it seeks to build bridges across the region’s many cultures and religions. Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David of Kalookan, vice president of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences, said Asia’s cultural and spiritual diversity calls the Church to a deeper practice of […] The post Philippine cardinal calls for ‘kinship’ to guide Church in Asia appeared first on Interaksyon.

Five Actions to Foster and Maintain Young Adult Involvement Twenty years ago, older adults ages 65+ were the most engaged in parish life, attending Mass more frequently than any other age group.

Synodality in action: young adults want to be heard. Host listening sessions, integrate insights into parish planning, and build trust through dialogue. #Synodality #ChurchRenewal #ParishLeadership #CoResponsibility #YoungAdultMinistry Read more: bit.ly/4psEHWX

WYD Seoul 2027 publishes official prayer shaped by young people, rooted in synodality WYD Seoul 2027 releases its official prayer, inviting young people worldwide to begin a shared synodal journey

The prayer was the fruit of a broad participatory process - instead of drafting the text through experts alone, they opened a synodal process that brought together young people, clergy, religious, and lay collaborators. #WYD2027 #Catholic #Synodality #Hanguk #Seoul

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Key topics of the Synod's Final Document - XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops

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#Synod #Synodality #popeleo #popefrancis #progress #assembly #finaldocument #santaclara #jesuit

Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse A Vatican official on Tuesday urged bishops across Asia to exercise ‘decisive and courageous leadership’ in protecting minors and vulnerable adults, calling safeguarding a pastoral duty, not mere policy compliance. Bishop Luis Manuel Ali Herrera, secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, said Church leaders must act “not out of fear or […] The post Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse appeared first on Interaksyon.

Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse A Vatican official on Tuesday urged bishops across Asia to exercise ‘decisive and courageous leadership’ in protecting minors and vulnerable adults, calling safeguarding a pastoral duty, not mere policy compliance. Bishop Luis Manuel Ali Herrera, secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, said Church leaders must act “not out of fear or […] The post Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse appeared first on Interaksyon.

Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse A Vatican official on Tuesday urged bishops across Asia to exercise ‘decisive and courageous leadership’ in protecting minors and vulnerable adults, calling safeguarding a pastoral duty, not mere policy compliance. Bishop Luis Manuel Ali Herrera, secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, said Church leaders must act “not out of fear or […] The post Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse appeared first on Interaksyon.

Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse A Vatican official on Tuesday urged bishops across Asia to exercise ‘decisive and courageous leadership’ in protecting minors and vulnerable adults, calling safeguarding a pastoral duty, not mere policy compliance. Bishop Luis Manuel Ali Herrera, secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, said Church leaders must act “not out of fear or […] The post Vatican official urges Asian bishops to take ‘decisive, courageous’ action against abuse appeared first on Interaksyon.

Synodality ‘well underway’ in Ireland - The Tablet Speaking to 230 delegates who attended the pre synodal assembly of the Irish Synodal Pathway in Kilkenny, he said the synodality process was “well underway”

www.thetablet.co.uk/news/synodal... A richer #theology of #baptism is essential for the renewal of the Church in #Ireland, according to Bishop of Ossory Niall Coll. @catholicbishops.bsky.social Report in @thetablet.bsky.social #synodality

Sarah Mac Donald: Delegates’ unity lauded as Catholic faithful gather to discuss future of church The Catholic Church in Ireland held a national gathering in Kilkenny at the weekend to plot its path forward for a very different future.

Sarah Mac Donald: Delegates’ unity lauded as #Catholic faithful gather to discuss future of church in #Kilkenny. 'Have we learnt how to disagree as well as agree?' asked theologian Fr Gerry O'Hanlon. #IrishSynodalPathway #synodality

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‘Empathy makes dialogue possible,’ Cardinal Chow tells Chinese Catholics in Australia Cardinal Stephen Chow urges empathy as foundation of dialogue during first pastoral visit to Chinese Catholic communities in Australia

“With empathy, ‘we can meet in the dialogue and start with a common, shared humanity.’” #Catholic #Hopetelling #Synodality #Hongkong #Australia #PilgrimsofHope #Jubilee2025

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There's still time to join us for Father James' workshop on #synodality at Congress! Register by Oct. 1 discount deadline: relforcon.org/congress

In Crux interview, Pope stresses welcome of LGBTQ Catholics, won’t change teaching In a wide-ranging interview given for a new biography on him, Pope Leo XIV has said that his approach to LGBTQ Catholics will be similar to that of his predecessor: an attitude of welcome without changing church teaching.

controversial views:

• Catholic teaching is a living thing, more like a tree than a rock (or cudgel)

• when it comes to the church’s understanding of sexuality and gender

eg with regard to the diaconate

change (eg Galileo) isn’t just up to the Pope

it’s up to the whole church #synodality

The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) and RFC are excited to share materials that nourish and expand #synodality skills among our religious communities, ministries, parishes, and beyond. Take a look: relforcon.org/synodal-formation

#PopeLeoXIV #Synodality

Don't Stop Me Now | MISSION POSSIBLE Season 2 Energy, creativity and synodality with the next generation - Thai youth hack for hope

#ICYMI By empowering young minds, truly listening, and fostering a collaborative environment, the hackathon showed synodality in action — one pitch, one partnership, and one concrete solution at a time. #MISSIONPOSSIBLE #hackathon #Synodality #SynodGoodPractice

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Pope Leo XIV Reaffirms Welcome for LGBTQ+ Catholics - QnotesCarolinas.com Pope Leo XIV meets Father James Martin, signaling continued welcome and inclusion for LGBTQ+ Catholics in his papacy.

RELIGION - Private Vatican audience highlights continuity with Pope Francis’s inclusive pastoral message for LGBTQ+ Catholics. Read more at link👇

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#PopeLeoXIV #JamesMartinSJ #LGBTQCatholics #CatholicChurch #Inclusion #Synodality #FaithAndJustice #Outreach #PapalMinistry

Thailand’s next government must prioritize education reform, Catholic educator says Thai Catholic educator urges government to prioritize education reform grounded in dignity, equity, dialogue, and Catholic values

“In this moment of transition, education reform cannot wait. The next government must see education not only as an economic tool but as a moral foundation for society.” #Catholic #Education #School #MorethanSTEM #Thailand #CECT #Teaching #Synodality

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Together with LCWR, we're thrilled to offer a FREE 6-module curriculum on #Synodality. This opportunity to explore #SynodalFormation will equip participants with valuable tools and skills. Learn more: relforcon.org/synodal-formation

‘Social Hackathon’ allows Thai youth to experience synodality - Vatican News ‘Mission Possible’ is the title of the Second Edition of the Youth Social Hackathon, which offers students in Thailand the opportunity to identify ...

Students from Catholic schools throughout Thailand took part in a “Youth Social Hackathon” that provides them with opportunities and support to create a better world following a synodal dynamic. #MISSIONPOSSIBLEHackathonThailand #Synodality #SynodGoodPractice

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MISSION POSSIBLE Hackathon Kicks Off with Energy, Inspiration, and a Bold Call to Action Thai youth reimagine social change through synodality at a faith-driven hackathon empowering action, empathy, and innovation

The 3-day event, co-organized by the Catholic Education Council of Thailand and LiCAS News, brings together youths from diverse regions of the country to explore pressing social issues through the lens of #synodality. #MISSIONPOSSIBLEHackathonThailand #Hopetelling

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During a 2024 interview, Cardinal Wilton Gregory said that the spirit of division, amplified by social media, has "infected our Church." We must find ways to grow in synodality through listening, openness, and discernment. #Synodality is the antidote to #polarization. bit.ly/4dZSVdp

Walking Together 1: Seeing the Church as a Commonwealth Why the Church Is More Than an Institution

Is the Church more than just a spiritual NHS? In my new Well-Tempered blog series, I explore why thinking of the Church as a commonwealth—not just an institution—might be more faithful and life-giving.
#Anglicanism #CatholicSocialTeaching #synodality

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