The First Session

The First Session of the XVI General Ordinary Assembly of Bishops took place from the 4-29 October 2023. It was preceded by a time of retreat for all participants.

At the heart of the process was Conversations in the Spirit. More details about the content of the Assembly and process, visit The First Session of the XVI Assembly (synod.va)

Archbishop John, the Archbishop of Southwark is one of the participants, who spent many hours each day listening to each other and through that discerning how the Holy Spirit is calling us at this time. Please keep him and all his co-workers in prayer.