Cardinal Cupich's Insights on Synod, Women Deacons, and the Omission of 'LGBTQ'

Cardinal Blase Cupich, the archbishop of Chicago, reflects on the recently concluded Synod on Synodality in Rome, emphasizing the importance of the experience over the synthesis document. He highlights the inclusion of non-bishops in the synod, the need for women to have greater roles and decision-making positions in the church, the discussion on evaluating bishops' performance, and the church's response to the abuse crisis. Cupich also mentions the absence of explicit references to LGBTQ+ issues in the document, but expects it to be addressed in future discussions. He emphasizes the importance of sharing the synodal experience with the people and replicating it in the dioceses.