Synod on Synodality’s report will have ‘open questions’ needing ‘theological deepening’
Synod officials have downplayed the suggestion that the event's summary text will contain conclusions, instead saying it will raise more questions.
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Articles tagged Paolo Ruffini
Synod officials waffle when asked about following Catholic norms on ‘pastoral’ care for homosexuals
Dr. Paolo Ruffini, head of the Dicastery for Communication, stated that the synod was focused on 'the way in which [the Church] is a welcoming church, the way in which it is inclusive.'
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Synod on Synodality discusses ‘pastoral’ approach to ‘love among gay couples’
The unchangeable teaching of the Catholic Church is that homosexual acts are intrinsically evil and contrary to both divine and natural law.
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Synod official refuses to answer whether members must follow Church teaching in discussions
When questioned by LifeSiteNews, Cardinal Lacroix was unable to give a succinct answer as to whether Synod on Synodality participants have to adhere to Catholic doctrine.
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The Synodality Report: ‘Fraternal climate’ and round tables
LifeSite's Vatican correspondent is providing readers with regular updates from the synod press briefings, along with additional insights into the event that could cause ‘immense harm to the life, mission of the Church.’
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Synod on Synodality members ordered to observe perpetual secrecy about discussions
It now remains to be seen what information will actually emerge from the Vatican about the proceedings of the Synod.
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What should Catholics expect regarding the Synod on Synodality’s final document?
Synod participants will draw up a document – but whether it becomes public or even part of the Church’s Magisterium depends on the pope.
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Here’s what will take place at the Synod on Synodality this October
New details have been released by the Vatican about the practical running of the Synod on Synodality, which LifeSite will be daily reporting on from Rome.
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New report uncovers extensive use of homosexual hookup app Grindr at the Vatican
The investigation raises serious questions about security and relations with China, which could have used information from the app to 'blackmail, coerce, or extort' the Holy See.
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Bishop: Amazon Synod final doc will be ‘mockery of our faith,’ pope should destroy it
'Let's hope that Pope Francis will destroy the final document,' Dutch bishop Robert Mutsaerts declared, 'but hopes are truly slim. Lord, have mercy.'
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