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What exactly is a Synod–and what does Synodality mean for today’s Church? In this Q&A, we explore key questions about the Synod: Who takes part, how it’s different from past assemblies, and why it marks a pivotal moment for dialogue, communion, and shared mission in the Catholic tradition.
Layperson and theologian Estela Padilla was a member of the Filipino delegation that participated in the Synod of Bishops on Synodality. She summarizes the entire Synod experience in three words: heart, mission, and poor.
Pope Leo embraces and supports Synodality. It appears new perspectives are slowly emerging regarding Synodality, and these new perspectives are from the point of view of our new pope’s advocacy of Catholic social teaching.
A call for debt justice and financial reform, inspired by the Jubilee tradition and Pope Francis’ vision.
1. The current debt crisis is global
Over 100 countries are currently facing a debt crisis, with 60% of their debt held by private creditors, making debt resolution even more complex.
The Church in Nigeria calls on government to put in place more equitable economic policies in order to “alleviate the burden on citizens.”
In April 2022, Sri Lanka announced the suspension of bond payments on its external debt. Since then, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has faced an unprecedented situation: a financial default that has exposed long-dragging economic vulnerabilities.
Pope Francis has called for debt cancellation in the context of the 2025 Jubilee Year, declaring that debt relief is a matter of social and economic justice. How will it affect the Philippines in particular? Will the new pontiff, who chose the name of Leo XIV, continue this advocacy?
One of the initiatives of the Jubilee Year is to urge wealthy nations to cancel the crushing debts of impoverished countries. Debt relief will allow struggling nations to redirect resources toward development, education, and healthcare, fostering a more equitable world.
Symbols help cultures express deep, intangible realities. Among them, the heart holds powerful significance, especially in biblical traditions. This article explores its evolving meaning–from the Bible to theology–revealing its role in faith, morality, and divine connection.
The implementation of the Synod also requires the co-responsibility of the faithful who together with their bishops and priests should discern what the Holy Spirit is asking them to implement.
I believe Pope Leo XIV will continue Pope Francis’ legacy but with a different style. He will foster a missionary and synodal Church in the footsteps of his predecessor.
Pope Francis has profoundly influenced my spiritual and missionary life. I closely followed his ministry and teachings; his homilies, speeches, and writings have been a great source of inspiration for me.
The bombings of Iran by Israel and the United States are clearly immoral when weighed against Catholic doctrine regarding war.
The current generation of Filipino children is increasingly influenced negatively by the junk food and drink industries, making them susceptible to serious diseases later in life. It is crucial for parents and teachers to educate children about the importance of healthy eating.
Born into a wealthy family in Turin, Italy, Pier Giorgio Frassati gave up his privileged position to dedicate his life to the poor. He led a humble life and was blessed with an extraordinary personality. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati and Blessed Carlo Acutis will be canonized together on 7 September.
From the rituals of ancient India to the approaches of modern peace activists, we learn that when we convert our anger into constructive energy, we lay the foundation for a world where every act of violence eventually gives way to the promise of peace.
“Is today a holy day of obligation? If I participate in today’s Mass, will I fulfill the holy day of obligation?” These questions highlight the importance of understanding the significance of holy days of obligation and the true meaning of participating in the Eucharist.
Don’t fall prey to rampant illegitimate website scammers. In this digital age, there are a lot of people being victimized. Don’t be one of them! Here are safety tips for you to consider when online, whether transacting or socializing.
Gaudium et Spes, the longest document of Vatican II, calls the Church to engage with contemporary society, addressing social issues through dialogue and evangelization. Rooted in Gospel values, this mission fosters justice, solidarity, and universal fraternity.
The prophet appeals to us to change our ways, inviting us to accept God’s love and mercy in our lives and to witness, generously and without fear, to the Good News to all the peoples of the earth.
The St. Daniel Comboni Seminary (DCS) currently hosts four missionaries and 14 seminarians. In addition to promoting vocations and forming candidates, the seminary collaborates with the local Church and organizes outreach activities, youth encounters, and “Friends of the Mission” feasts.
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The articles and content from the July 2025 Issue
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I believe Pope Leo XIV will continue Pope Francis’ legacy but with a different style. He will foster a missionary and synodal Church in the footsteps of his predecessor.
One of the initiatives of the Jubilee Year is to urge wealthy nations to cancel the crushing debts of impoverished countries. Debt relief will allow struggling nations to redirect resources toward development, education, and healthcare, fostering a more equitable world.
Pope Francis has called for debt cancellation in the context of the 2025 Jubilee Year, declaring that debt relief is a matter of social and economic justice. How will it affect the Philippines in particular? Will the new pontiff, who chose the name of Leo XIV, continue this advocacy?
In April 2022, Sri Lanka announced the suspension of bond payments on its external debt. Since then, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has faced an unprecedented situation: a financial default that has exposed long-dragging economic vulnerabilities.
The Church in Nigeria calls on government to put in place more equitable economic policies in order to “alleviate the burden on citizens.”
1. The current debt crisis is global
Over 100 countries are currently facing a debt crisis, with 60% of their debt held by private creditors, making debt resolution even more complex.
A call for debt justice and financial reform, inspired by the Jubilee tradition and Pope Francis’ vision.
In choosing his papal name, it appears that Pope Leo XIV is planning to continue and further develop the just and compassionate steps laid out by the last Pope Leo, who launched modern Catholic Social Teaching.
Fr. Brian Gore, a dedicated Australian Columban missionary, lived a life of faith and social justice, championing the rights of the poor in the Philippines. As the Church looks to Pope Leo XIV for leadership in addressing poverty, abuse, and exploitation, Fr. Brian’s legacy stands as a beacon of faith in action.
Pope Leo XIV spent most of his career as a priest in Peru. He shunned away from the spotlight, but his work echoed across the Andes and as far as Rome. As Pope, he is seen as continuing the work of Pope Francis, making the church more missionary, inclusive, and closer to the people on the margins.
Paul of Tarsus was a bridge-builder between the civilizations of Asia and Europe; in fact, he himself formed a bridge between cultures, races, and human family streams. Paul is the model evangelizer for a globalized world.
Synodality’s prophetic nature refers to two significant things: 1) the task to read the signs of the times; and 2) the prophetic office or function of every baptized, the proclamation of the Gospel or evangelization, which is her core mission.
The Oxford Dictionary defines dreams as a cherished aspiration, an ambition, or an ideal. Dreams are visions God planted within your heart. To attain them, you work towards achieving the dream you have. Is it possible for dreams to become reality?
The 267th leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, Pope Leo XIV, has one significant quality: his “missionary heart.” Leo himself has extensive mission experience, working in Peru for over twenty years. He will imprint a missionary dynamism into his papacy.
The vocation of the prophet Ezekiel inspires us to live our own vocation and mission with simplicity, in the certainty that it is God who calls and strengthens us.
Inspired by the examples of St. Paul and St. Daniel Comboni, Fr. Randy Recalde from Calamba, Laguna, has sought his vocation in life since his teenage years. Raised in a devout family and shaped by his experiences in the parish, he decided to pursue mission work across continents.
This month, it is the turn of the very heart of the Jubilee: Forgiveness, primarily through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The forgiveness offered by God during the Holy Year, freely and unconditionally, is a source of new life and profound peace.
Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan, Bishop of Hong Kong, invited all the faithful to pray “that Leo XIV may set foot in China as Pope.”
The Justice and Peace Commission of the Spanish Bishops’ Conference published a message addressed to all Christians, asking them to abandon an attitude of “complicit silence” in the face of “so many ongoing wars” in the world and “especially in the beloved land of Palestine”.
After fifteen centuries of autonomy, the Orthodox Monastery of St. Catherine on Mount Sinai has passed into the hands of the Egyptian State.
The Order of Friars Minor honored the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople (in photo) alongside theologian Leonardo Boff, the Pan-Amazonian Ecclesial Network (REPAM), and the Laudato Si’ Movement with the 2025 Laudato Si’ Award.
The goings-on happening in the world today.
The goings-on happening in the world today.
The Catholic bishops of Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean have issued a statement calling for the “ambitious implementation of the Paris Agreement” and outlining the Church’s commitment to action ahead of COP30.
Cardinal Pablo David (in photo) of Kalookan made a scathing critique of the government’s handling of online gambling, calling it a “theatre of the absurd” and accusing officials of moral negligence in allowing widespread access to betting platforms.
Pope Leo XIV announced that Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati (R in photo) and Blessed Carlo Acutis (L in photo) will be canonized together on 7 September.
A comprehensive study by Pew Research, spanning from 2010 to 2020, highlights significant growth for Christianity in Africa.
The Order of Friars Minor honored the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople (in photo) alongside theologian Leonardo Boff, the Pan-Amazonian Ecclesial Network (REPAM), and the Laudato Si’ Movement with the 2025 Laudato Si’ Award.
After fifteen centuries of autonomy, the Orthodox Monastery of St. Catherine on Mount Sinai has passed into the hands of the Egyptian State.
The Justice and Peace Commission of the Spanish Bishops’ Conference published a message addressed to all Christians, asking them to abandon an attitude of “complicit silence” in the face of “so many ongoing wars” in the world and “especially in the beloved land of Palestine”.
Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan, Bishop of Hong Kong, invited all the faithful to pray “that Leo XIV may set foot in China as Pope.”
“Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and Samoa are Pacific countries at risk of experiencing the worst consequences of internal and external debt.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, suggested that the heart of the mission is the work of Christ himself, of his living and active presence.
Described as a “shepherd who walked with his people,” the late pontiff was remembered in requiem Masses and public tributes across the country for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and enduring impact on Filipino faith communities.
Father Luigi Fernando Codianni (in photo), 60, was elected superior general of the Comboni Missionaries of the Heart of Jesus.
One hundred and twenty-five faith leaders across continents have marked the Catholic Church’s Jubilee year by issuing a call for G20 finance ministers to work for an end to a debt crisis crippling efforts to tackle poverty and action on climate.
Father James “Jim” Kroeger (in photo), Maryknoll Missionary, is celebrating his 50th anniversary of priesthood, marking a life devoted to formation, education, and scholarship.
Despite a global decline in generosity in 2024, a recent study found that the Philippines remains among the top countries where people dedicate their time to helping others.
