The Continental Stage consists of a time of listening and discernment of all of the People of God and of all local Churches on a continental basis, leading to a series of continental assemblies. This does not mean a replication of the consultation . . . The intent of the continental stage is to deepen our discernment on what has emerged from the previous stage of local and national listening, with the aim of formulating open questions more accurately, and to better substantiate and flesh out the insights coming from the local Churches, now at a continental perspective. 

Frequently asked questions about the Continental Stage

Visit the Vatican Synod website
to learn more about the
Continental Stage of the Synod

This Continental Stage is marked by the Document for the Continental Stage (DCS),  Though the DCS has a rather technical title, it is a beautiful pastoral reflection on the synodal process thus far, providing insights from around the world. 

Read the 
 Document for the Continental Stage (DCS)

Lea el 
Documento de trabajo para la Etapa Continental
 

Thank you to everyone who participated in this historic world-wide Church effort.  I know a broad synthesis cannot speak for everyone, yet our parish synthesis of your Synod contributions will add fresh and current perspective to our local discernments that will follow.  I have read all your reflections and am deeply moved by the depth of your compassion to one another and your commitment to the Church. 
 
Pope Francis frequently reminds us that synodality is “not a one-time event, but an invitation to an ongoing style of Church life.”  May we continue to journey together with Christ as our guide, who is the Way, the truth and life.  Echoing the US Bishop in their National Synthesis, I pray, “God the Father, who by the gift of his Crucified and Risen Son has poured out the Holy Spirit upon us to renew all things, make fruitful the seeds that the Synodal path has planted among us.”  
 

Parish Synod Findings

US Bishops' Synod Synthesis Website

US Bishops' Synod Synthesis Document

Síntesis Nacional del Proceso Sinodal
 

Diocese of Boise summarizes Synodal Path findings