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An invitation from the Holy Father
Pope Francis has invited every Catholic to advise him on how to discern the Church's path forward. This process, called a “synod, ” means “journeying together.”
From now until spring 2022, Catholics from across this diocese – and across the world – can share what the Holy Spirit has laid on their hearts. This journey of listening will conclude in October 2023 in Rome. There, Pope Francis will listen to bishops who have been listening to their people worldwide about the best ways for the People of God to help him discern the Church's path forward.
Text "Synod2021" to 84576 to receive regular updates on the Synod.
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Download the Participant Guide
This guide is meant to help you prepare for taking part in a synodal session. Inside, you'll find an invitation from Pope Francis, a welcome from Bishop Zubik, details about the Synod, and instructions on how you can participate in a synodal session.
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Information for Synodal Session Organizers and Facilitators
If you are looking to help organize a synodal session of some sort as a Point of Contact, a Facilitator, or a Note Taker, the information available at the link below will guide you through the process. Click the link to register as a Facilitator, to download the Organizer Guide, to complete the Organizer Training, and to access other organizational materials.
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bishop zubik explains how we can journey together
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Pope Francis wants to hear from all of us
Bishop Zubik explains the purpose of the Synod and how you can help. Everyone who cares about the Church is called to participate.
He encourages us to listen to the Holy Spirit to hear what God is calling us to share.
Text "Synod2021" to 84576 to receive regular updates on the Synod.
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stay in the loop on the synod
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Register for text message updates
Pope Francis has asked each of us to advise him on discerning God’s mission for the Church. Respond by signing up here for information on how you can participate and to receive updates on #Synod2023.
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what does it mean to embark on this synod?
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Read the news release
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October 13
At a special Mass on October 17, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. in St. Paul Cathedral, Bishop David Zubik will ask the Holy Spirit to guide the participation of local Catholics in a worldwide consultation that Pope Francis has convoked to help him identify how best to discern God’s call to the Universal Church.Read More
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Read the Pittsburgh Catholic story
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synod prayer
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Pray that the Holy Spirit will inspire the work of the Synod
The Holy Spirit wants to fire up our hearts and equip us with God's grace as we journey together through the Synod.
Pray this prayer often during this exciting time in the life of our church.
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