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Theology and Culture
1 month ago

Notes from the Synod w/Larry Chapp

In this episode, Zac and Larry discuss Larry's observations from the Synod on Synodality in Rome.

  • 00:00 Introduction and Conference Reflections
  • 05:07 Insights from the Synod on Synodality
  • 10:00 Expectations vs. Reality of the Synod
  • 15:00 The Role of Laypeople in the Church
  • 20:04 Pope Francis and Progressive Catholicism
  • 25:04 The Vatican's Approach to American Catholicism
  • 29:56 Conclusion and Future Implications
  • 32:04 The Eurocentric Nature of the Synod
  • 34:51 African Church Perspectives and Concerns
  • 37:50 The Disconnect Between the Synod and Global South
  • 39:43 Pope Francis and the Challenge of Co-optation
  • 42:30 The Nature of Dialogue at the Synod
  • 52:22 Hope for the Future of the Church