Read the full synod document here. A charge to a better professionalism among the Church’s ministers:
37. The synod fathers repeatedly called for a thorough renewal of the Church’s pastoral practice in light of the Gospel of the Family and replacing its current emphasis on individuals. For this reason, the synod fathers repeatedly insisted on renewal in the training of priests and other pastoral workers with a greater involvement of families.
Two things strike me. First, that the bishops perceive an emphasis on individuals is in need of renewal, that they call for ministry to whole families. And second, how does this directive affect me as a campus minister and liturgist?
Approval rating: 175 to 2, 6 abstained.
Catholic Sensibility 