October 19, 2018: Key Takeaways from Week 3 of the Synod
The third week of the synod proved just as exciting and insightful as the first two. More bishops and auditors gave interventions, including Archbishop José Gómez, who discussed the importance of challenging young people to strive for and desire sanctity. His comments come on the heels of the canonization of seven new saints. The timing of the canonization of these holy men and women is an indication to all of us, but especially the young people, that this synod is about the need to strive for and desire holiness.
We can strive for sanctity and encourage youth and young adults to yearn for heaven when we listen well to them. Listening is not a passive activity or merely a political ploy. Engaging with a young person on their own level to hear their thoughts and help them in the process of discernment and growing in faith is one of the most important things we can do.
The small groups continued meeting this week, discussing part two of the Instrumentum Laboris and offering insights into what they would like to see included in the final document.
Important Information and Articles from Week 3:
“Highlights from Small Groups and Read More Week 3” by Katie Prejean McGrady
“Impromptu Meeting with Pope Francis” by Paul Jarzembowski
“The Healing Power of Listening - Part 1” by Roy Petifils
Books for Young People
