Synodalność Kościoła w ujęciu papieża Franciszka
Synodality of the Church as Seen by Pope Francis

Summary/Abstract: Francis’ pontificate is marked by his efforts to make Catholics more sensitive to thesynodal structure of the Church. In particular, the convening of the Synod on Synodality iscentral to discovering what synodality is, how to learn it and how to incorporate it into thedaily life of the communities. What is therefore needed is an in-depth analysis of Francis’teaching on synodality. The article presents the contexts of synodality, namely the evangelisationand the renewal of the Church. Then it discusses the proper pillars of Francis’synodality, which involves encounter, listening and discernment. It has nothing to do withparliamentarism or abandonment of truth or the hierarchical structure of the Church. Thesynodality brings the sensus fidei into life and is expressed in the communion, participation,mission triad.For synodality to work, its sources must also be known. The theological ones includethe Revelation and the dialogue between God and man, the ecclesiology of the People ofGod and the communion, the action of the Holy Spirit, the diversity of charisms, the ideaof co-participation, and the anthropology of relations. Among ecclesiastical sources aresynods, collegiality of bishops, and bodies (e.g. councils) facilitating participation of thebaptised. Finally, the experience of individual and community discernment in the Jesuittradition is also crucial.The article also addresses the challenges facing the Church with respect to synodality.However, the challenges cannot stop the Church from following its path to attract peopleto the Gospel.

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