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This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of October

Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of October is for the Synod.  “Mission is at the heart

Eastern Orthodox synods are bishops-only, metropolitan tells delegates

An Eastern Orthodox bishop highlights differences in the understanding of synodality between the Synod on Synodality at the Vatican and the Orthodox Church's historical practice

This Week at the Synod on Synodality: Deliberations and Veiled Agendas

The Synod on Synodality Shifts to Plenary Assembly: Key Speeches and Themes Emerge

Parolin: Hamas attack jeopardizes peace accord with Saudi Arabia

After Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel this weekend, the Vatican’s Secretary of State commented on how the violence could jeopardize the potential for a diplomatic rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Israel amid talks to establish formal relations.

TIMELINE: What has the Catholic Church said about same-sex ‘blessings’?

Comments from Pope Francis released by the Vatican last week about the possibility of blessing same-sex unions sparked debate among Church leaders.

Pope Francis: Do not forget your life and faith are a gift from God

Do not forget to be grateful to God for the free gift of your life and faith, Pope Francis said in his weekly message at the Vatican on Sunday.

Pope Francis, Jerusalem patriarch react to violence between Israel and Hamas

Pope Francis and the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem respond to escalating violence in Israel and Palestine, calling for an end to weapons attacks and a lasting solution to the conflict.

Pope Appoints Woman as Secretary of Dicastery Overseeing Religious Worldwide

Pope Francis Appoints Sister Simona Brambilla as Secretary of Vatican Dicastery for Religious Governance.

Police: Suspect in theft of Benedict XVI’s pectoral cross arrested

Several months after the theft of a pectoral cross bequeathed by the late Pope Benedict XVI to a parish in his native Bavaria, police have apprehended the suspect in the Czech Republic.

Outcome of Synod will be welcomed as the ‘will of God,’ says African cardinal

A leading African prelate participating in the Synod on Synodality expressed confidence Saturday that the process’ outcome will be “welcomed by everyone as the will of God.”

Secrecy at the Synod on Synodality: What we Know About Delegates’ Confidentiality Requirements

Synod on Synodality 2023: A Journey in Confidentiality and Listening

Synod on Synodality 2023: Facts, anecdotes, and analysis from the first week

Rules and Challenges in the Synod on Synodality in Rome: Transparency or Confidentiality?

Bartholomew I in Rome: The Consistory, the Vigil, the Divine Liturgy

Ecumenical Patriarch's Historic Visit to Rome and His Message on Synodality and Ecumenism

Cardinal Zen expresses concerns about Synod on Synodality in leaked letter to bishops

Cardinal Zen expresses grave concerns about the Synod on Synodality in a leaked letter

What is being discussed during the first week of the Synod on Synodality?

Over 400 participants gather at the Vatican to officially launch the Synod on Synodality

Read some of the reactions to the pope’s ‘heartfelt appeal’ on climate change

Pope Francis receives positive responses from church leaders and environmental activists worldwide for his latest apostolic exhortation "Laudate Deum,

Vatican Launches Month-Long Synod on Synodality

Pope Francis inaugurates the month-long Synod on Synodality at the Vatican, emphasizing unity and the Church's merciful gaze on humanity.

The dubia were not meant as an attack on the pope, Cardinal Burke says

Cardinal Raymond Burke has spoken out on the reactions raised by the “dubia” he and four other cardinals submitted to

Ukraine: Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Discusses Peace Plan with Pope Francis

The Greek Orthodox Patriarch Theophilos of Jerusalem recently held discussions with Pope Francis regarding a peace plan aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine

St. Peter’s Basilica to offer nightly Eucharistic adoration during Synod on Synodality

St. Peter’s Basilica has extended its usual hours of daily Eucharistic adoration this month as the Synod on

Pope Francis to Synod on Synodality: ‘Do not sadden the Holy Spirit’

Pope Francis in his opening remarks for the Synod on Synodality on Wednesday offered guidance to participants on

New ‘grammar of synodality’ on display at start of synod gathering

On the opening day of the Synod on Synodality, a leading official of the process urged participants to

India: Cardinal Toppo Passes Away at the Age of 83

The Archbishop Emeritus of Ranchi, India, passed away at the age of 84.

Dubia are Nothing New: Here are the Best Known Ones from Vatican II to Pope Francis

In the recent history of the Church, starting from the end of the Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, dubia relating to the most diverse issues have been proposed

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