synod on synodality

A report on the issue of women deacons ultimately shows the profound theological mystery of Christ’s relationship to the church.

The study groups Pope Francis had 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.

Eastern Catholic leaders are remembering Pope Francis for bringing significant attention to their churches and traditions throughout his 12-year papacy.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has approved the next phase of the Synod of Bishops on synodality, launching a three-year implementation process that will culminate in an ecclesial assembly …

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Focusing again on the fundamental Christian beliefs outlined by the Council of Nicaea almost 1,700 years ago can help Christians today put Christ back at the …

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Doubling down on the centrality of synodality in the Catholic Church, Pope Francis said that it is now up to local churches to accept and implement …

BALTIMORE (OSV News) — The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops wrapped up its fall plenary assembly’s final public session Nov. 13, in which the bishops discussed topics ranging from the …

BALTIMORE (OSV News) — On the first day of the public session of the U.S. bishops’ annual fall meeting in Baltimore, the importance of the church’s mission in light of …

Ever wonder why there is a worldwide feast for the Lateran Basilica in Rome? Every year on Nov. 9, the church celebrates the dedication of the Archbasilica of St. John …

(OSV News) — Permanent deacons — ordained ministers, who are often married and perform essential pastoral services, are a relatively modern clerical development in the Catholic Church. It was only …