The Archbishop has issued a decree of convocation, which officially begins the synod.

The Archdiocesan Synod will open with a Convocation Mass on Pentecost Sunday, 8th June 2025 at 11:00am at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral. All are welcome.

The Synod gatherings will take place over two sessions in 2026. Between now and those sessions preparations, including listening and consultation will take place.

Session One: 29 & 30 May 2026

Session Two: 27 June 2026

Archbishop O’Regan’s Pastoral Letter marking the convocation of the 2026 Archdiocesan Assembly. Translations in Italian, Spanish, Korean, and Vietnamese are available HERE.

Monthly preparation sessions held online with guest presenters on significant topics and themes of the Synod.

June: What is the Synod?

July: Prayer -the Heart of Synodality

August: The Holy Spirit, Agent of Synodality

September: Discernment and Decision-making

Oct - Feb: Synod Key Themes