‘Synodal path’ can establish global peace
A global synodality of all peoples remains the only way to establish justice and peace in the world, protect the environment, and end increasing violence against indigenous people, said Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Yangon.
Nov 03, 2023

YANGON: A global synodality of all peoples remains the only way to establish justice and peace in the world, protect the environment, and end increasing violence against indigenous people, said Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Yangon.
“Our faith journey in Asia is not without its difficulties,” said Cardinal Bo, the president of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC) while leading a Mass of synod members on October 23 in Rome’s St Peter’s Basilica.
“This synodal gathering energises us to return to the great days of evangelisation by the Apostles. Our synodal journey aims to heal and reconcile the world in justice and peace. The only way to save humanity and create a world of hope, justice, and peace is through the global synodality of all peoples,” said the cardinal during the homily.
He acknowledged the difficulties faced by the Church in Asia and expressed optimism in implementing the synod’s call.
“We welcome with optimism the call for Asia, inspired by the synodal journey of the worldwide Church, to become the 21st century Christians for Christ,” said Cardinal Bo.
He referred to the difficulties of the Church in Asia, talking about the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, his home country, where a military junta took power disposing of an elected government in February 2021.
Myanmar is in the grip of a civil war between the junta and various armed rebel groups, including the newly formed People’s Defence Forces. The military violently attempts to supress rebellion, particularly in Christian majority Kachin, Kayah, Chin, and Karen states, reports say.
The conflict has affected thousands of people, including Christians, said the cardinal.
“Our people are in exodus. Houses have disappeared, churches have borne the brunt of cruelty, and the way of the cross is a painful reality in many parts of Asia,” he lamented.
The prelate expressed hope that the synodal path would help the Church in Asia to push through its time of conflict and uncertainty.
“The Church in [Myanmar] and Asia wants to invest in the hope of reconciliation. Let us continue our synodal journey,” said the cardinal, expressing hope that the conflict-torn region “will see all wounds healed and a new era of hope, peace, and justice shining on all long-suffering nations.” --ucanews.com
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