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Monday, February 1, 2021

Synodality

 Synodality is an old method used by Church to bring differing points of view together.  Remember the argument: "to circumcise or not?"  That was settled in a synod. 

Agreements are always the result.  The aim of a synod is to recognize and express differences so that harmony is reached.  The violin, the drum, etc. are different, but together they make music.

The next synod is scheduled for October 2022 and its theme is "For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, and Mission."


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