SYNOD ON SYNODALITY – Evolving Catholicism and the Synod

Catholicism is experiencing a change of era like no other. A revitalised narrative is needed to offer a fresh vision to the faithful still in the pews and rekindle what embers remain among those no longer engaged. The announcement of the Synod was widely welcomed with many Catholics working long hours to provide submissions that expressed their ‘joys and hopes, griefs and anxieties.’ We now look to the Synod to offer genuine renewal.

The Synod on Synodality – Evolving Catholicism and the Synod convocation will focus on the state of play since the first Assembly and the lead up to the second Assembly in October 2024.

Leading the discussion was Francis Sullivan and Kevin Liston. Links to a transcript of the presentations can be found below the video.

The recording of the convocation can be viewed below.

SPEAKERS 

Francis Sullivan 
Francis is well known for his many and varied roles in major Church ministries. He is Chair of Concerned Catholics Canberra Gouburn.

Kevin Liston 
Kevin is a Co-chair of ACCCR and Convener of SA Catholics for an Evolving Church (SACEC ). He has conducted Advent and Lenten programs in Adelaide since 2021 and is active in the St Vincent de Paul Society in SA at local and state levels.

MODERATOR

Eleanor Flynn
Eleanor is a Co-Chair of ACCCR. She is a retired doctor, with education and theology qualifications and a serious interest in women’s role in the Church. She co-founded Women’s Wisdom in the Church (WWITCH) in 2019. She is lucky to be part of a wonderful parish community.

CLOSING REMARKS

Dr Patricia Hindmarsh
Trish has been a leader in Concerned Catholics Tasmania (CCT) since its formation in 2019. She was Director of Catholic Education Tasmania from 2009 to 2014. 

YOUR SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED

ACCCR works to bring about the Church we dream of – a Christ-like Church. Pope Francis’ Synod on Synodality is a moment of hope for this Church. Synodality means all the baptised work together equally in the Church’s mission. We encourage all Catholics to be involved in synodal activities, as well as other activities for renewal and reform. Communication and awareness-raising are essential features. For this we need resources to pay for events as we build on previous werbinars and publications. All ACCCR members involved volunteer their time and effort.

Donations can be made at the following link: 

https://www.mycause.com.au/p/331884/evolving-catholicism-and-the-synod 

SPEAKER TRANSCRIPTS 

Click here download Francis Sullivan’s presentation.
Click here download Kevin Liston’s presentation.