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Synod of Bishops on Synodality

Four German bishops opt out of controversial ‘Synodal Council’

April 26, 2024

Amid an ongoing back and forth between the Vatican and the German bishops conference over a controversial new ecclesial body, four of the nation’s prelates have refused to participate in Germany’s national synodal process, opting instead to wait for direction from Rome. The planning process of the Church in Germany, referred to as the “synodal

Belgian bishops could back women deacons and ending priestly celibacy in a Church more ‘present in the digital world’

February 21, 2024

ROME – In the lead up to this year’s closing session of the Synod of Bishops on Synodality, Belgian bishops have reportedly opened a national discussion on allowing women deacons and ending the requirement of priestly celibacy. According to Belgian Catholic news site Kerknet, the Belgian bishops’ conference ahead of the October 2-27 synod happening later

A man on a mission: Pope Francis has ambitious travel plans for 2024

January 31, 2024

ROME – Despite being almost 90 years old and suffering from the various ailments that come with ageing, Pope Francis has touted some ambitious travel plans for this year, including potential visits to Polynesia and a long-awaited return trip to Argentina. Though there is nothing yet on the calendar for this spring, the Pope in