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Synodal Petition to Pope Francis : Equality for Women

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Prof Dr John Wijngaards

Chairman Wijngaards Institute for Catholic Research

 
" Dear Friend,
 
As you know, I am a Catholic theologian who has devoted much of my life to campaigning for the ordination of women. I believe that the synodal process will bring reforms to the Church, but we need to steer it in the right direction. This is where we need your help!
 
Rome’s response to the worldwide demand for the ordination of women has been very disappointing. The Instrumentum Laboris for the October session of the Synod seems to push it under the carpet.
 
That is why the WIJNGAARDS INSTITUTE FOR CATHOLIC RESEARCH has launched a Synodal Petition that will be delivered in person to the Pope’s office and the synodal office during the October session. We will also send a copy of the petition to the synodal committees of many bishops' conferences with whom we have been in touch before.
 
My questions/requests to you are:

  • Can you sign the petition?

  • Do you belong to an organization that would support the petition as a whole entity? If you let me know, I can put you on the list. 42 reform organizations from across the world have already signed up so far. We need to make a maximum impact to achieve our purpose.

  • Will you, please, spread information about the petition among your contacts and friends, social media, networks, and so on?

 
See the petition here: https://www.equalityforwomen.org/
 
With thanks, peace and blessings,
John "

WOC off to Rome this October : actions and planning

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" YEP! WOC will be in Rome again for the final session of the Synod on Synodality this October—and we've got schemes and dreams aplenty!

 

We have been planning behind the scenes to ensure *our* voices are heard and hold the Vatican accountable to the inclusive, courageous vision of the synod laid forth from the beginning.

 

While many have attempted to silence the conversation on women's ordination, dismiss our work as "lobbying," or relegate the global discernment into the shadows of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, we are determined to be visible, creative, and bold. There is just too much at stake.

 

Truly, this is a crucial moment in the synodal path and in the life of the church. Will church leaders turn their backs on the People of God, or will they make way for the movements of the Spirit and follow her lead to a more just church? We pray our presence will help illuminate the path toward a new day.

 

Here is a preview of what we're planning:​

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  • On the eve of the synod, which just happens to be the feast of St. Therese of Lisieux, we will gather in vigil at the Basilica of St. Praxedes in Rome. Through prayer, testimony, and song, we will honor the baptismal equality of all people with the theme: "Same Baptism, Same Spirit, Same Calling." The vigil will be live-streamed worldwide on our YouTube channel, October 1st at 11 a.m. ET (5pm Rome).

 

  • As the synod opens we will witness with Women's Ordination Worldwide through a creative and visible action. Stay tuned for more details on this! ;-)

 

  • And then on Friday, October 4th we will walk with our international partners toward the synod hall with the message: "Why not me?", inspired by the Comite de la Jupe. We invite you to join us in the global action through local witnesses, social media, and prayer. Please fill out this form for more information.

 

  • And every day throughout the synod we will gather in vigil outside St. Peter's Square with baptismal candles. We will pray that the church recognizes and acts upon the truth that the baptismal equality of all believers means that God can and does call people of all genders to ordained ministry. We encourage supporters to pray with us at the same time in your local time zone.

 

  • And more ... !

 

We believe WOC’s presence at the synod is extremely important, and will have a lasting impact on the future of the church. This is a decisive time that requires us to bring the best of what WOC has to offer.

 

We look forward to sharing the next stage of journey with you and making our collective voices heard. Together, we will create the church we seek.

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For equality,

 

Kate McElwee

Executive Director

 

Katie Lacz

Program Director "

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