Avoiding Babylon This Synodality Trend Is Dangerous, Bishop Barron Warns
Jan 7, 2026
In this engaging discussion, Matt, a contributor to Veritatis Vox, joins the hosts to dive into Bishop Barron’s recent warnings about synodality and its potential dangers. They tackle whether synods should decide settled doctrine and the ongoing tensions rooted in the spirit of Vatican II. The conversation addresses the challenges of liturgical practices, like the right to kneel during communion, and highlights the importance of reverence in worship. The group also explores potential solutions for stabilizing traditional communities within the Church.
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Priest Joins Pilgrimage To Celebrate Latin Mass
- Anthony recounts finding a priest who offers both forms and will likely celebrate daily Latin Mass on their Italy pilgrimage.
- The priest's Roman trip and vocation story convinced Anthony he was the right chaplain for the group.
Conversion Led To Pilgrimage Chaplain Offer
- Anthony tells how a young man at the priest's parish converted and recommended the priest as chaplain after being baptized.
- That personal connection prompted the priest to reach out and offer to join the pilgrimage.
Limit Synods To Pastoral Strategy
- Bishop Robert Barron warns synods should set pastoral strategy, not re-decide settled doctrine to avoid relativism.
- He argues perpetual synodality and a misapplied “spirit of Vatican II” produced vacillation and doctrinal drift.
