Irish Synodal Pathway

After 2 full days from the Jubilee of Synodal Teams Programme, it concluded with the celebration of the Eucharist with Pope Leo XIV in St Peter's Basilica. Our General Secretary, Julieann, gave a brief & noisy interview outside the Basilica after the Holy Father's address following the Angelus 🔔🔔🔔

Our Chairperson, Fr Declan Hurley, offers his reflections from day two of the Jubilee of Synodal Teams in Rome!

As we were leaving Paul VI Hall, our General Secretary, Julieann Moran, took a couple of minutes to share her experience from day two of the Jubilee of Synodal Teams!

After day two of our Jubilee of Synodal Teams, Bishop Michael Router of the Archdiocese of Armagh, and member of the National Synodal Team, offered some of his thoughts and reflections from the day.

Our General Secretary, Julieann Moran offered some of her initial reactions to day one of the Jubilee of Synodal Teams Programme from Rome!

Outside Paul VI Hall after day one of our programme with the Jubilee of Synodal Teams, our Chair, Fr Declan, offered his initial reactions 👇

On 18 Oct 2025, delegates from across Ireland gather in Kilkenny for the Pre-Synodal Assembly. 🕊️ The Preparatory Document Baptised and Sent is now published. Read, reflect, share, and pray with us on the Irish Synodal Pathway. You'll find the document on synod.ie

Our General Secretary, Julieann Moran, writes about synodality being a reason for great hope in the Irish Catholic Newspaper 👉 www.irishcatholic.com/pilgrims-of-...

Bishop Brendan Leahy writes in The Irish Catholic Newspaper about Pope Leo's take on synodality. How he is only a few months into his papacy but has already indicated a positive attitude towards it. Read the full article here 👉 www.irishcatholic.com/pope-leo-on-...

"Conversation in the Spirit: Meath Diocese strengthens synodal practice." Fr Declan Hurley, writes about the diocese of Meath's recent training in Conversation in the Spirit and how 180 parish pastoral council members took part👉https://www.irishcatholic.com/conversation-in-the-spirit.../

"One baptism, many voices: Walking the path of renewal from Dalgan to Kilkenny" Our General Secretary, Julieann, gives an overview of the National Synodal Team's discernment time in Dalgan Park and preparations for Ireland's pre-synodal assembly this October 👉 www.irishcatholic.com/one-baptism-...

As we continue this journey together, preparations are well underway for the Pre-Synodal Assembly on 18 October 2025 📅 & the National Synodal Assembly on 17 October 2026 🙏
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Happy Feast of St Anthony!
On this special day, I’m delighted to share my recent interview “God and I” in the Messenger of St Anthony. St Anthony reminds us to trust, to seek, and to find — may his intercession guide us on this synodal journey together: www.messengersaintanthony.com/content/god-...

It was a pleasure to be part of the conversations with lay movements and associations today. Hosted by AMRI, we worked together to see how more effective communication & greater engagement in parishes & with lay movements is essential in this shared decision-making process 🙏

On 15 & 16 May, the National Synodal Team gathered for a two-day discernment retreat at Dalgan Park marking a further step in Ireland’s synodal journey; one of prayerful reflection, sacred listening, and communal discernment. Read on @CatholicNewsIRL 👇
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Pope Leo XIV's official portrait has been released!

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Pope Leo XIV: 'Peace be with all of you' - Vatican News Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful and the world invoking peace and pledging to work for a united Church faithful to Jesus and to the Gospel.

Pope Leo XIV: Greetings to Rome and to the world...

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Irish Archbishops to concelebrate Funeral Mass of Pope Francis RIP

To read more about Pope Francis' Funeral Mass click⬇️
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YouTube video by iCatholic Pope Francis Tribute - The Synodal Pope

“Fratelli e sorelle, buonasera.”
With those simple words, Pope Francis began a papacy of humility, mercy, and closeness. We mourn his passing and pray that his spirit lives on in the one who follows him.
Thank you, Holy Father. 🙏
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Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88 - Vatican News Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.

Today we mourn the loss of Pope Francis, a follower of Jesus Christ who inspired millions with his compassion, humility, and dedication to peace. May his legacy continue to guide us toward love and understanding. Rest in peace in the loving arms of God, Holy Father
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An Invitation to Walk Together: Engaging with the Irish Synodal Pathway "The Synod on Synodality represents a historic and Spirit-led moment for the Church - one that calls each of us to deeper communion, participation, and mission.

Invite to ‘decisive’ local Spring gatherings to engage further with @synodalpathway.bsky.social catholicnews.ie/invite-to-de...

YouTube video by Irish Synodal Pathway Christian Hope

The journey of the Irish Synodal Pathway during 2025 will be approached through the stance of “Hope,” which reflects the spirit of the Jubilee Year 2025. We've prepared this video on hope to accompany any gatherings you may be having this year! 🙏🎥https://youtu.be/nG2Vaz17WaI?si=ePALlJzMh1vsYSsc

This Christmas it feels particularly timely and meaningful to reflect on the profound connection between the message of Christmas and the spirit of synodality 👇
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YouTube video by Irish Synodal Pathway Irish Synodal Pathway Advances Towards 2025 Assembly

Julieann Moran shares some of the next steps for the Synodal Pathway of the Catholic Church in Ireland as the Implementation Phase of the Universal Synod continues.
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Kildare rifle woman shoots to top female job in Catholic Church Julie Moran told Oliver about being a world medallist and founder of Women in Shooting Sports Ireland. She also spoke about the prestigious role in the Catholic Church she holds.

It was great to chat with Oliver Callan on @rteone.rte.ie today. To share a little about my passion and success in target shooting and my passion for all things synodal!
You can listen back here 👇
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Our facilitative leadership training programme continues to grow in popularity! We are here in Knock with the priests of Limerick Diocese exploring all the different ways Christian leaders lead; how we can facilitate gatherings where we pray, listen, & discern God's will together.

Checking in to Knock House Hotel this evening, I couldn't help capture the stunning backdrop to their beautiful crib. Looking forward to time with the priests of Limerick Diocese tomorrow & Friday with @gymforthesoul.bsky.social as we continue to roll out our leadership training programme!

It was a privilege to spend 3 days with @bishopfintan.bsky.social & priests of Killaloe as we rolled out the leadership training together. Caring for our clergy as we develop new ministries & ways of being co-responsible for the life & mission of the Church in Ireland is essential 🙏

It's been a very busy number of weeks since the closing of the @pontifexeng.bsky.social's Synod. Our General Secretary was on the road with several dioceses in early November before heading to Dromantine Retreat Centre to facilitate a Conversation in the Spirit with the Irish Inter Church Meeting.

"The Final Document is part of the ordinary Magisterium of the Successor of Peter (cf. EC 18 §1; CCC 892) and is to be received as such."
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