Archbishop John Dew arrived back from the Synod of Bishops with many questions, including “what is the New Evangelization”, and “Why do we need a New Evangelization?” The archbishop expressed hope that some of the things spoken about which were specifically about what parishes and schools will be elaborated on. “Hopefully some of that will come Read more
Catholic bishops who are in Rome for a synod on New Evangelization have expressed concern over Islam’s growth and are worried about Christian minorities in Muslim countries, a Reuters report quoted participants’ of the synod. One participant was quoted as saying that Islam had become the “buzzword” of the synod that ends this weekend. “It’s Read more
The principal purpose for the Synod of Bishops, which commenced Oct. 7, is to study how the New Evangelization affects the mission of the Church. The Holy Father has asked the synod to study about “The New Evangelization for the Transmission of the Christian Faith.” As the theme indicates, the focus is on the “transmission” Read more
The 25th Synod of Bishops began Sunday, this one dedicated to “The New Evangelization for the Transmission of the Christian Faith.” New evangelization is the apple of Pope Benedict XVI’s eye, so the synod, held every couple of years or so since 1967, is being touted by the Vatican, along with the Year of Faith Read more
Archbishop Rowan Williams of Canterbury, head of the Church of England, told Pope Benedict XVI and the Synod of Bishops that evangelization is not a project, but the natural “overflow” of an experience of Christ and his church that transforms lives, giving them meaning and joy. “Those who know little and care even less about Read more
Archbishop Dew elected to Synod Commission
Tuesday, October 16th, 2012Archbishop John Dew of Wellington, New Zealand, has been appointed a member of the Commission for the Message. Four members including the president, Cardinal Betori, and the Vice President, Archbishop Tagle, were appointed by the pope, while the remaining eight were elected by the Synod fathers. The Commission is tasked with composing the pastoral message related to Read more
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