Irish Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon recently took part in an ecumenical seminar at Oxford University. the topic of 'Anglican and Catholic Synodality'.
On his return to Ireland, Gerry spoke with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications about his meeting in Oxford. He talked about the contribution made by Anglican Professor Marc Chapman, and outlined the main points of discussion in his own talk.
He also spoke to her about the importance of the role of women in the synodal processes initiated by the late Pope Francis. He expressed the hopes he has for the further inclusion of women in leadership and liturgical roles in the Catholic, if those processes continue to be customised and developed in parishes around the world.
