In 2021, Pope Francis announced a worldwide synod to focus on the life and mission of the Church as we move forward together. The theme for this synod is “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission.” Rather than simply a meeting of bishops, Pope Francis has asked us, the People of God, to take part in the synod – to “journey together” with our brothers and sisters in Christ along the path of renewal, guided by the Holy Spirit. Our Deanery will conduct a synodal listening session at Blessed Sacrament Parish, 394 E. Main St., Newark, on Sunday, March 13, 1-3pm. This session will provide an opportunity to share our thoughts and feelings, but more importantly to discern how the Holy Spirit is guiding us in our journey together. Please join us for this important event by registering at this link: https://columbuscatholic.org/events/synod-listening-meetingknox-licking-deanery.