Vatican ViewPoint 84. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘The Spirit of truth’
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May 23, 2024 
Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, a Dominican friar and former Master of the Order of Preachers, shares profound insights on the Synod's spirituality. He connects the Transfiguration to the Synod's journey, urging listeners to confront painful truths like abuse and corruption with courage. Emphasizing the importance of humility and listening to diverse views, he advocates for compassionate truth-telling and letting go of control. Radcliffe also highlights the potential of the young to inspire renewal in the Church, intertwining understanding with love for deeper connections.
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The Spirit Leads Slowly Into Truth
- The Spirit will guide the Church into truth even when we cannot yet bear it.
- Embrace patience: truth unfolds slowly and requires humility to receive.
Do Not Call Down Fire On Disagreements
- Avoid calling down 'fire' on those you disagree with during Synod discussions.
- Rid your heart of destructive anger and trust the Spirit to lead the conversation.
Seeing Pain Frees The Church To Act
- Facing painful realities like abuse and ecological crisis frees us to act and speak with authority.
- Courage to see vulnerability and injustice is essential for prophetic witness.
