Posts Tagged ‘Paul Zulehner’

Renowned theologian says reshaping the Church is unavoidable

Thursday, November 28th, 2024
Reforms for Catholic Church

Renowned theologian Paul Zulehner has called for bold changes to the Catholic Church, advocating a move from clericalism to a synodal model centred on baptism rather than ordination. Speaking to Sonntag, the Viennese pastoral theologian said the Church must adapt to remain relevant and inclusive. Zulehner envisions a Church that encourages active participation by all Read more

Rome insists on leading reform, says theologian

Monday, July 8th, 2024
Paul Zulehner

According to Viennese theologian Paul Zulehner, the Vatican aims to lead the Catholic Church’s reform process before it is implemented in other countries. In a recent interview with Croatian radio station HRT, Zulehner shared insights on the ongoing Synodal Path and Rome’s approach to church reforms. Professor Zulehner claims Rome’s approach stems from its desire Read more

Pope’s criticism of German Synodal Committee unconcerning

Monday, November 27th, 2023
Paul Zulehner

Austrian theologian Paul Zulehner (pictured) is unconcerned with Pope Francis’ recent critique of the German Catholic Church’s Synodal Committee. Zulehner views the Pope’s reply to four critics of the German reform efforts as a “gesture of respect and courtesy”. Prof Zulehner noted this in a November 22 post on his private blog. Recently a letter Read more