Synodality through a Eucharistic Lens

Edward Foley

Synodality through a Eucharistic Lens

Authors

Edward Foley Catholic Theological Union

Keywords:

Synodality, Eucharist, Communion, Participation, Mission

Abstract

Eucharist and Synodality are important and related practices of the Church. This article contends that the practice of Eucharist at the local level can either enhance or inhibit our growth as a synodal church with an appropriate synodal spirituality. To achieve this, the article reviews the nature of synodality, and then considers three key aspects of synodality (communion, participation and mission) in their eucharistic enactment.

Author Biography

Edward Foley, Catholic Theological Union

Edward Foley, Capuchin, is a Roman Catholic priest and member of the Province of St. Joseph of the Capuchin Franciscan Order. The Duns Scotus Professor Emeritus of Spirituality and Retired Professor of Liturgy and Music at Catholic Theological Union, he was the founding director of the Ecumenical Doctor of Ministry degree jointly offered by Catholic Theological Union, the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, and McCormick Theological Seminary. An award winning author and celebrated preacher, he has been honored with lifetime achievement awards from national and international organizations and is a recent recipient of a major grant for preaching from the John Templeton Foundation. He also serves his Capuchin community as the Vice-Postulator for the Canonization cause for Blessed Solanus Casey.

Synodality through a Eucharistic Lens