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Cardinal Joseph Zen is bishop emeritus of Hong Kong.

Cardinal Zen Publishes New Critique of Synod on Synodality

One of the cardinal’s main concerns is how the Synod on Synodality is being conducted at the universal level, beginning with the initial assembly at the Vatican in October 2023 and culminating later this year with a final assembly in October.

Participants and observers gather Oct. 3, 2018, for a general assembly of the Synod of Bishops at the Vatican.

Synod on Synodality: Special Coverage

The Synod on Synodality is Pope Francis’ initiative for the Catholic Church to collaboratively chart its path in the modern era, emphasizing listening, discernment and mission. The XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, featuring 363 voting members — including laymen and women for the first time — will convene at the Vatican Oct. 4-29 to advise the Pope on the theme: “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, Mission.”  Follow EWTN News’ latest news here. 

Vatican flag waving next to the flag of China.

Chinese Bishops Leaving Synod on Synodality Early

The two bishops, who were originally considered voting members of the 16th Ordinary Synod of Bishops, will no longer be present in the Paul VI Hall for the final vote on the synthesis document at the end of this month’s assembly.