Everything you need to know about the Synod on Synodality

Hello from Rome! Ashley and Zac are joined by their colleague Gerard O’Connell, a journalist who has covered the Vatican since 1985. They bring questions from listeners about the Synod on Synodality, which began this week: How will the discussions inside the synod hall work? How will the synod deal with internal polarization? What will determine the success of this synod? They also discuss:

• The changes that Pope Francis has brought to the synod, making it more open and inclusive.
• How to listen and remain open to the Holy Spirit.
• Lay involvement in the synod, especially of women and young people.

Links from the Show

• Analysis: The synod is not Vatican III. It’s Pope Francis’ implementation of Vatican II.
• America’s synod coverage

What’s on Tap?

Falanghina (Italian white wine)

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