Catholic Church: Germany's controversial Synodal Way – DW – 03/13/2023
A small revolution? No, but the German Synodal Way has paved the way for reform to change Church practices on same-sex couples and lay preaching.
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A small revolution? No, but the German Synodal Way has paved the way for reform to change Church practices on same-sex couples and lay preaching.
FRANKFURT, Germany (OSV News) -- The final assembly of the German Synodal Way took place in Frankfurt March 9-11, where 230 bishops and lay representatives discussed issues such as blessings for homosexual couples, the ordination of women, a relaxation of mandatory celibacy and greater church involvement for lay people. The agenda, with 10 resolution texts, reflected the will of the local church to 'arrive at visible changes,' the president of the German Bishops' Conference, Bishop Georg Bätzi
Germany's Catholic Church has ended a landmark renewal project by agreeing a slew of reforms including blessing same-sex marriages and allowing female deacons, at the risk of angering the Vatican.
German Catholics challenge Vatican with sweeping reform drive
Proposed reforms include discussions about priestly celibacy and changing decision-making structures, sparking tensions with Rome.