Cardinal Ouellet: Synodality is Not What You Think It Is

Cardinal Ouellet explains what “synodality” is and what the risks and opportunities are for a synodal Church. Get Your Copy of His Book “Word, Sacrament, Charism” here: https://ignatius.com/word-sacrament-charism-wscp/?searchid=2543554&search_query=ouellet Among Catholics, there has been a lot of talk about “synodality” and a “synodal Church” over the past few years. Pope Francis even called a synod on synodality. But what is synodality and why is it important to the Church? Is it even relevant for Catholics in the pews? Does it undermine the Church’s mission or past teachings? Today, Cardinal Ouellet joins Mark Brumley to explain what synodality is, why it is important, and what are its inherent risks and opportunities. We are grateful for the opportunity to speak with his Eminence because he was involved in the most recent synod on synodality as well as the four previous synods. He also worked with Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis and served as the Prefect of the Dicastery of Bishops for ten years. Therefore, today’s episode and his recently released book “Word, Sacrament, Charism: The Risks and Opportunities of a Synodal Church” provide valuable insight synodality and into the mind of the Church as she chooses to promote greater synodality. SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/ Chapters: 0:00 Prayer and Introduction to Marc Cardinal Ouellet 4:09 What is a Synodal Church? 8:24 The Risks of Synodality 14:56 The Opportunities of Synod: Missionary Discipleship and Vocations 16:10 Word, Sacrament, and Charism in the Synodal Vision 22:14 The Laity’s Role 28:00 The Fruit – or Lack Thereof – of Vatican II 33:35 Spiritual Maternity: Mary and Synodality 37:31 A Call to Mercy: Pope Francis 44:11 Pope Leo and Changes to Synodality Music from Pexels, Gregor Quendel. https://www.classicals.de/legal