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Update: Synodal Pathway – Towards October 2024
Last December, Pope Francis asked bishops to renew their engagement with the faithful in preparation for the synodal assembly in Rome this October. In answering this call, clergy, representatives from across Diocesan parish groups, and John Paul II Youth Leaders met in Craigavon and Newry during February. Through the 'Spiritual conversation' method, they considered the […]
Dromore Diocese Universal Synodal Report published
The Diocesan Synodal Core Group has completed and submitted their Synthesis Report for the Universal Synod. The people of Dromore Diocese were invited to share their views on a range of topics. The report brings together the key findings of that consultative process against ten key themes. The report (with appendices) was sent to the […]
Synodal Pathway: Parish and Community Consultation Resource
Awareness of the impact that Covid-19 had created on people’s ability to attend meetings and engagement forums the Dromore Diocesan Synodal Core Group has created this virtual consultation. The video can be accessed by clicking the following link: The video will last about an hour and can be used by individuals, family groups, parish groups […]
New synod.ie website launched to support Synodal Pathway
A new website synod.ie has been launched today to support engagement with the national synodal pathway for the Catholic Church in Ireland. The website provides information about the synodal pathway and the timeline for the work, as well as making available a variety of resources to support engagement. Dr Nicola Brady, Chair of the Steering Committee said: […]
Video: Synod - All you need to know
Have questions regarding the Synod on Synodality? Rahai attempts to answer these questions through simple sketches presented to you in a short and fun way. Here's all you need to know- right from what does synodality mean to what can you do.
Archbishop Eamon Martin launches synodal pathway for Dromore
On Saturday 16th October, Archbishop Eamon Martin celebrated the 6.00pm Mass in Newry Cathedral to commence the liturgical journey of the Diocese of Dromore for the Synodal Pathway. During the Mass, the Archbishop read a pastoral letter to the people of Dromore. Click here to download a copy of the pastoral letter. Video: Archbishop Launches […]
Pope Francis’ homily from the opening of the Synodal Path
HOMILY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS St Peter’s BasilicaSunday, 10 October 2021 A certain rich man came up to Jesus “as he was setting out on his journey” (Mk 10:17). The Gospels frequently show us Jesus “on a journey”; he walks alongside people and listens to the questions and concerns lurking in their hearts. He […]