The second assembly of the Synod of Bishops on synodality will meet in Rome October 2-27, 2024 and will be preceded by several formal studies coordinated by the synod general secretariat working with various offices of the Roman Curia. The fall assembly will be preceded by a retreat for members September 30 – October 1, the Vatican said…
In their synthesis report at the end of the first synod assembly, members voted to ask Francis for several studies before the 2024 assembly, including on “the terminological and conceptual understanding of the notion and practice of synodality” itself; and another study on “the canonical implications of synodality,” conducted by “an intercontinental special commission of theological and canonical experts.”
Synod members also called for further theological study on the permanent diaconate and said, “theological and pastoral research on the access of women to the diaconate should be continued, benefiting from consideration of the results of the commissions specially established by the Holy Father, and from the theological, historical and exegetical research already undertaken.”
“If possible,” members said, “the results of this research should be presented to the next session of the assembly.”
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