SYNOD24 Towards Implementation
Promulgated SYNOD24 Action Plans
Therefore, having listened attentively to the voices of the Archdiocesan Synod at the two sessions and in the exercise of my legislative power (can. 466), I now promulgate the action plans for the implementation of the decrees of the Plenary Council in the Archdiocese of Brisbane. These I sign as the synodal declarations and decrees (can. 466). I do so as the one charged with taking the final decisions, to the making of which many have contributed. In that sense, these are decisions not just of the Archbishop but of the Church.
- Excerpt from the SYNOD24 Action Plans Pastoral Letter by Archbishop Mark Coleridge, 14 November 2024.
SYNOD24: Towards Implementation Workshop Resources
Resources are available for parishes, communities, agencies and organisations to engage with the SYNOD24 Action Plans in their own context. Choose the Consultation Guide suitable for your context to help discern what your first steps could be and which actions you could focus on.
Some Initial Considerations
Go Where The Energy Is
- Considering all 8 topic areas (Decrees) is there 1 or 2 that your community has already expressed interest in that could help you narrow your focus?
- Is there a Social Justice/Ecology committee, interest in forming one, or energy around Seasons of Creation for example which you can harness towards actions around inclusion, integral ecology and Laudato Si plans?
- Is there a RAP committee, or interest in forming one, that could begin looking at actions around the inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ritual, culture and tradition into prayers, liturgies and celebrations?
- Is there energy around the sacramental program, children’s liturgy and/or parish and school relationships that could be harnessed to begin exploring the barriers new or existing families face to becoming full and active participants in the community?
- Is there energy in your Parish Leadership Team/Parish Council to begin embedding Conversation in the Spirit as a method for discernment during regular meetings and decision-making?
Enlarge The Place Of Your Tent
- Consider engaging with archdiocesan truth-telling opportunities such as the Laurel Blow Speaker Series, the Archdiocesan Reconciliation Dinner and the RAP Networking Days.
- Seek out opportunities to participate and/or provide listening forums on the experiences of refugees and those seeking asylum.
- Creatively explore ways to listen to the voices of those in the community that are not often heard, for example those who are neurodivergent or those with disabilities to understand what
barriers they experience to full and active participant in the life and mission of the parish. - Provide opportunities for laity to share their reflections for example in the parish newsletter or alongside the Homily to offer different perspectives on how the readings can speak into the
lives of your community?
Sustainability, Mentorship and Succession Planning
- Could your community team up with other parishes and communities in your local area/deanery to share resources, costs and knowledge?
- Are there members of the community that could be mentored and/or accompanied over the next year or so to prepare them for particular ministries or leadership roles?
- Are there resources invested in programs or initiatives that are no longer meeting the needs of your community that could better channeled towards SYNOD24 Action Plans?
