The Final Document of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops was released from Rome on Saturday 26th October 2024.  Rather than issuing a post-synod Apostolic Exhortation, Pope Francis made the decision to release the synod document itself – as it was approved on the synod floor – to be received and responded to in action by the Catholic faithful throughout the world.

Our own Bishop Brendan together with Bishop Alan McGuckian, formerly of Raphoe Diocese and subsequently, since February this year, appointed Bishop of Down and Connor, represented the Irish Church at the global assembly.  You can read Bishop Brendan’s recent letter to parishes following the conclusion of the Synod and his brief notes on the Final Document using the links shown below.  A copy of the working English translation of the Final Document itself may also be read using the link shown below.

Letter from Bishop Brendan Leahy read out at Masses 9-10 November 2024 – click here 

Bishop Brendan’s notes on the Final Document of the Synod on Synodality – click here

Final Document of the Synod on Synodality – English translation (Source: Kildare & Leighlin Diocese) –  click here 

(post date 14/11/2024)