The entire Catholic Church is called to participate in "For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Missions."

The Synod opened in Rome on October 9th, followed by the opening in each diocese on October 17th. This process is calling together all the people of God - clergy, religious and laity - to listen, dialogue, discern and pray. The goal of the Synod is not to create a new pastoral plan, but rather to be present with each other, learn from each other, and grow closer to the Lord and His church (Questionnaire).