1. Preface - 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document

About this episode

This episode discusses the 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document and its implications for the Archdiocese of Adelaide.

Message from the Preparatory Commission. Archdiocesan Vision and Mission Statement. Safeguarding Commitment. Statement of Accountability. Process of Communal Discernment. The 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document will guide the discussion and discernment at the Archdiocesan of Adelaide Synod in May and June 2026. Over six months, five writing groups and an editorial board worked to develop 5 Key Theme papers and provide supporting documents. The Key themes were developed from the consultations and outcomes of our Diocesan Assemblies, the plenary Council and the Global Synod on Synodality. Each theme concludes with a set of recommendations for action in the Archdiocese, our parishes, communities and schools. The Synod Working Document is now available for public consultation and feedback which will be primarily accomplished through Dialogue Week. For more information about the 2026 Archdiocesan Synod, Dialogue Week and to read the Working Document, visit www.togetherontheway.au

Topics covered

• Archdiocesan Synod
• communal discernment
• safeguarding commitment
• vision and mission statement
• public consultation
• key themes

Keywords

• Archdiocesan Synod
• communal discernment
• safeguarding
• mission statement
• public consultation
• key themes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Archdiocesan Synod, Preparatory Commission, Archdiocese of Adelaide, Diocesan Assemblies, Global Synod on Synodality

Books & works: 2026 Archdiocesan Synod Working Document

Places: Adelaide, www.togetherontheway.au