Living synodality in dialogue with the symphony of the Universal Church A case study from the Archdiocese of Santiago Chile

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Csiszar, . K. A. . (2025). Living synodality in dialogue with the symphony of the Universal Church: A case study from the Archdiocese of Santiago Chile. Cuestiones Teológicas, 52(118), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.18566/cueteo.v52n118.a02
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Prof. Dr. Klara A. Csiszar
Catholic Private University Linz, Austria
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4059-941X

Abstract

The Catholic Church is undergoing a significant transformation through a global synodal process initiated by Pope Francis in 2021. This process seeks to reshape the Church in a synodal, missionary form. The Archdiocese of Santiago de Chile has been actively participating in this transformation, where a recent research project examined the potential of the pastoral council, particularly the participation of women, in reshaping leadership and authority. In this article, this study’s findings are discussed in the context of the 16th Ordinary Assembly of the World Synod of Bishops, emphasizing the importance of diversity, co-responsibility, and the integration of women in Church leadership. The paper reflects on the need for a new style of being Church, grounded in theological insights and the principles of Vatican Council II, to foster a more inclusive and mission-oriented Church.

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Synodality, Catholic Church , Pope Francis, Archdiocese of Santiago de Chile , Women in Church, Leadership, Pastoral Council, Mission, Vatican Council II , Co-responsability

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