Blessed Sacrament Synod Report
We are grateful to everyone who took the time to participate in our synod conversations in March 2022. Below, you will find the parish summary report for the parish and the document that was sent to the diocese and the General Secretariat for Synod of Bishops. We hope these documents will provide insight into our parish and the relationship that our parishioners have with the broader church.
If you have questions, please get in touch with Kristyn Russell.
Click on the images below to read the reports.
Parish Summary Report 2023
Parish Report Summary Bulletin Insert 2022
Parish Report for Blessed Sacrament 2022
Parish Report for Diocese and Vatican 2022
USCCB Report
For more information, please visit the synod page for United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Continental Report
The working document for the continental stage of the synod.
Quotes from the Synod
It is nice to have the opportunity to share knowing that Rome is listening and wants our thoughts. ~ Age 26
One thing I like about this church is how we have such a good program for younger people in the Church because eventually the younger people will become the people running the Church. ~ Age 14
My dream Church would be inclusive to all types of people, no matter their background. ~ Age 12
We need to improve the role of women in the Church. ~ Age 73
I never thought I’d have the opportunity to openly question “the Church.” I hope the Church can be open to new ideas, concepts, and needs. ~ Age 92
My dream is to have more opportunities for women to hold leadership roles [in the Church]. ~ Age 85
Other Resources:
- Blessed Sacrament Parish Podcast- Listening Session with College Students
- Blessed Sacrament Parish Podcast on the Synod featuring Fr. Rob and Kristyn Russell
- Opening of the Synodal Path – Pope Francis’ Homily
Oct. 10, 2021 - Pope on Synodality: The participation of everyone, guided by the Holy Spirit
Oct. 9, 2021 - Towards a Spirituality of Synodality