As we enter the Easter season, we are invited to continue growing as a Church that listens, learns, and walks together. The Synodal Way calls each of us—clergy, religious, and lay—to participate actively in discernment and dialogue, guided by the Holy Spirit.
In the coming weeks, we will focus on deepening our commitment to:
- Listening with an open heart to the experiences, hopes, and concerns of others.
- Engaging in meaningful conversation, grounded in respect, humility, and prayer.
- Strengthening our sense of communion, recognising Christ at the centre of our shared mission.
- Discerning pathways forward, so that our parish and wider Church can respond more faithfully to the needs of our time.
Reflection question: How can we deepen our understanding of synodality in our parish life?
The first meeting of the Diocesan Synod Commission will be held on Thursday 9 April. We ask for your prayers as we gather to discern and plan for the work of the Synod.
If you would like to become involved in the preparation toward the Melbourne Synod please email: Synod2026@cam.org.au
Prayer of the Faithful
That our preparations will be marked by
wisdom in decision-making, courage in leadership,
and humility in listening to one another.
May the Spirit guide our every conversation and actionLord, hear us.
All Lord, hear our prayer.