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Recent Examples of synod
So too has his radical approach to inclusivity that welcomed the non-ordained faithful, including members of the LGBTQ+ community and lay women, to sit with bishops and contribute their thoughts on issues of church doctrine in meetings called synods.
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Aryn Baker, Time, 9 May 2025
Recent synods have broached sensitive questions—like welcoming LGBTQ Catholics or expanding women's roles in ministry—which alarms those who say too much decentralization risks confusion and division.
—Christopher Hale, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
The rapprochement between the Vatican and China was on display at a conference in Rome last year, marking a century since a papal envoy, Cardinal Celso Costantini, convened an official synod of church leaders on the Chinese mainland that led to the appointment of six indigenous Chinese bishops.
—Victor Gaetan, Foreign Affairs, 25 Apr. 2025
These changes between 2016-2023 were a huge difference from synods under Francis’ predecessors, Reese said.
—Liam Adams, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
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Aryn Baker, Time, 9 May 2025
Recent synods have broached sensitive questions—like welcoming LGBTQ Catholics or expanding women's roles in ministry—which alarms those who say too much decentralization risks confusion and division.
—Christopher Hale, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
The rapprochement between the Vatican and China was on display at a conference in Rome last year, marking a century since a papal envoy, Cardinal Celso Costantini, convened an official synod of church leaders on the Chinese mainland that led to the appointment of six indigenous Chinese bishops.
—Victor Gaetan, Foreign Affairs, 25 Apr. 2025
These changes between 2016-2023 were a huge difference from synods under Francis’ predecessors, Reese said.
—Liam Adams, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synod
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For instance, the 2025 Republican Study Committee, the largest conservative caucus in the House of Representatives, proposed changing the formula that calculates a worker's benefits by reducing the amount for younger, high-income workers.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Jeffries’ leadership style has yet to face the harsh scrutiny a majority brings; he’s operated in relative luxury, hearing out the various factions of the Democratic caucus.—
Nicholas Wu,
semafor.com,
16 June 2026
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But the most rodent regularity, 10 each, were counted on top of boxes of syrups and to-go items and in a cabinet under a kitchen prep table.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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On the other side of the dining room, a swinging door leads to a kitchen with glass-front cabinets and a door to a maid’s room with another bathroom.—
Jesse Armas,
Curbed,
16 June 2026
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In a conclave already fixated with security and privacy, the mansions will offer even more.—
Alexandra Phelps
Updated May 29,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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And who could ever forget the kids from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy, who held a mini conclave of their own, then were invited to Rome for an informal meet and greet with the holy father.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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Harry has previously shared his desire to reconcile with his family, and the meeting triggered speculation the royal family’s rift might be abating.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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The San Francisco Board of Supervisors will be discussing this act in next month's meeting.—
Sooji Nam,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Attendance at this year’s show is up about 5% from last year, according to Cinema United, the trade group that organizes the four-day convocation of thousands of movie theater owners, studio executives and industry folks at Caesars Palace.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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On March 5, Washington Square News editor Leena Ahmed broke the story that NYU has canceled all live student graduation speakers for all of its upcoming commencement and convocation ceremonies this spring.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
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The platform combines autonomous navigation with dexterous manipulation, enabling it to transport materials, interact with workers, and perform precision tasks in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, electronics assembly, and automotive production.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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The first machines will roll off the assembly floor in August.—
Derek James,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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In April, Westerly town manager Shawn Lacey told the city council no wedding was taking place in June.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
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The county council is scheduled to vote on the bill on July 6.—
Caroline Foreback,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Laboratories, workshops, offices, and scientific workspaces are integrated throughout the ship, enabling RV11000 to reach and analyze nearly every corner of the world's oceans.—
Dea Jusufi,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Edwin Weaver, the president of Fighting Back Santa Maria Valley, said he was rocked by news of the crash, which took place days after the nonprofit organization had conducted a DUI awareness workshop at a local high school.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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“Synod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synod. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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