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How an incorrect translation of the synod report created chaos

Oct 16, 2014

An incorrect translation into English of the original midterm report of the Synod on the Family may have spurred controversial interpretations of the document itself.
Pope: Is your faith wearing cosmetics? Take them off

Oct 15, 2014

In his daily mass on Tuesday Pope Francis warned about the hypocrisy of those who do good in order to be seen, saying that true faith is practiced through acts of charity that go beyond outward rituals.
Why isn't Saint Joseph patron of families yet? synod father asks

Oct 15, 2014

The archbishop of El Salvador's capital city, who is in Rome for the Oct. 5-19 Synod on the Family, has proposed that St. Joseph be officially named patron saint of the family.
Extending an invitation: Synod prompts revamp in Church language

Oct 15, 2014

The need to develop a new way of communicating Church teaching in contemporary society emerged in synod discussions last week, with specific emphasis given to expressions regarding life and moral issues.
For synod auditors, God's plan for marriage best taught by living it out

Oct 15, 2014

The American married couple who addressed the Synod of Bishops said daily life is where they first saw God’s plan for families revealed and that they hope to equip parents to be primary educators of the faith.
Synod: "The desire for family" still alive, but "new pastoral programs" needed

Oct 14, 2014

In spite of the many signs of crisis, caused by factors ranging from economic hardships to the "growing danger posed by an exaggerated individualism", the "desire for family" is still alive, especially among young people.
Here's why Church teaching on 'gay marriage' did not change today

Oct 14, 2014

The Catholic blogosphere exploded Monday after the Extraordinary Synod of Bishops released a document summarizing last week’s discussion.
God is a God of surprises, Pope Francis preaches

Oct 14, 2014

Speaking of the “God of surprises” in his homily at Mass on Monday, the Holy Father noted the unfortunate inability of the doctors of the law who encountered Christ to receive his message.
Pope appoints committee to draft Synod report; Synod fathers choose their own reporters

Oct 14, 2014

Pope Francis has appointed six prelates to a committee to help draft the final report of the Synod of Bishops.
Synod: the challenges to the family a common concern for all Christians

Oct 13, 2014

The challenges and hopes that weigh upon the family unit are common to all Christians, beyond confessional differences.