Synodality Is Inspired by the Protestant Model - Cardinal Brandmüller
Cardinal Walter Brandmüller, 97, in a text published by Sandro Magister on September 8, writes about “synodality.” Main points:
- According to the classical Catholic understanding, a synod is a meeting of bishops for the purpose of exercising jointly their teaching and pastoral ministry.
- In 1965, Paul VI created the so-called Synod of Bishops as a consultative body of the pope.
- Recently established bodies whose members include, in addition to bishops, priests and lay faithful of both sexes cannot properly be called synods.
- Competent laypeople can, of course, be entrusted with a consultative role. But wherever such collaboration is practiced, one should carefully avoid any misleading use of the terms “synod,” “synodality,” and the like, and instead find a term that adequately expresses the actual situation.
- The establishment of such bodies arises from an effort to adopt secular structures and democratic procedures …

July’s breakout at OpenAI was far more complex than initially realized
Hundreds of AI agents collaborated to escape their containers, disguising their actions and even sacrificing themselves.
An AI breakout that made headlines in July was much more sophisticated than previously realized, investigators have found.
Hundreds of OpenAI agents collaborated to break out of their containers, disguising their actions and even sacrificing themselves as they attacked Hugging Face, a widely used open-source code library, according to a recent post from METR, a research nonprofit.
“This incident was orders of magnitude larger and more complex,” than previous instances of AI agents behaving in ways programmers didn’t intend, wrote METR researcher Ajeya Cotra, who co-led the investigation.
The report alarmed experts, who warned that AI-enabled hacks in the future could make the July breakouts involving Anthropic and OpenAI look quaint.
Even if the big AI companies figure out how to make reliable …

Experten: Viele biblische Figuren zeigen psychische Auffälligkeiten
Laut den Wissenschaftlern Simone und Claudia Paganini zeigen viele biblische Figuren psychische Auffälligkeiten von Depressionen bis zu narzisstischen Tendenzen. "Angefangen bei der Genesis mit Adam und Eva bis zum Seher der Offenbarung – in jedem Buch gibt es Figuren, bei denen man Hinweise auf ein psychisches Störungsbild findet", schildern sie in einem Interview mit "Christ und Welt" (aktuelle Ausgabe). Jedoch: "Wir finden natürlich keine Anamnese-Berichte in der Bibel."
In den biblischen Erzählungen fehlten viele Details, die ein Psychiater für eine Diagnose brauche, so die Forscher weiter, die ein Buch zu dem Thema verfasst haben. Dennoch ließen sich Symptome feststellen. Mose beispielsweise zeige nach der Befreiung des Volkes Israel Anzeichen für eine Depression. "Er ist sehr erfolgreich, trotzdem kann er sich nicht freuen. Die Last der Verantwortung trägt er allein, er ist erschöpft und antriebslos, wünscht sich …

Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of September is for the care of water. “Water is a symbol of your grace and love that renews us through Baptism. We beg forgiveness that it has been turned into a commodity, forgetting that it is a universal gift, a right without borders," the Holy Father expressed in his prayer released September 1 on the occasion of the Season of Creation. He added a plea to become “pilgrims of the essential, capable of living simply, denouncing waste and pollution, and defending the right of every person to drink without fear and without inequality.”

Cardinal Zen: ‘Protection’ of the family a ‘primary mission’ for Church today
Joseph Cardinal Zen has urged Catholics to make protecting the family a “primary mission” in pastoral work, in order to fight back against a society that has lost an understanding of the “meaning of life”.
In an essay published today on his blog, Cdl. Zen offered a commentary both on scripture and on the state of the Church in the world today. Such is his regular style, linking the sacred texts to a specific message, and this latest was no exception as he dwelled on the parable of the pearl of great price.

Leo XIV Ratified Another Chinese Regime Bishop
Today, Rev. Francis Xavier Duan Yongkun, 45, was consecrated a bishop. The Vatican announced only today that Pope Leo XIV had appointed him on June 15 as Coadjutor Bishop of Bameng, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China.
For the previous three episcopal appointments in China, the regime publicly announced the election of the bishop-designate before the Holy See. In today's case, no comparable notice about the Chinese selection process has been released.
Underground Bishop chose recognition
The Diocese of Bameng (40,000 Catholics, 30 priests, 20 religious sisters) is not vacant.
The current bishop, Matthew Du Jiang, is only 63 years old. He was consecrated for the Catholic underground Church in 2004 and officially recognized by the Chinese authorities as bishop in 2010. As part of the recognition process, he was required to participate in an installation ceremony concelebrated with Bishop Ma Yinglin of Kunming, then a leading figure in the …

Father James Martin calls for ‘gay priests’
Continuing his public advocacy on LGBT issues, Fr James Martin SJ has argued that the Catholic Church should officially admit ‘gay’ priests.
In a new essay published by his pro-LGBT organisation Outreach, Fr James Martin has presented his case for why the Church should admit homosexuals to the priesthood. He notes that he is only in favour of admitting celibate men, but after establishing that as the foundation of his argument, the prominent Jesuit calls on the Church to change its rules regarding seminary admission and ordination.

Courageous Priest Receives Publication Ban From His Archbishop
Fr Joachim Heimerl says Archbishop Josef Grünwidl of Vienna has imposed a “publication ban” on him under threat of suspension. In an interview with Stilum Curiae, the Austrian priest discusses the dispute, his understanding of priestly obedience, and why he believes the measure has no legal basis
Fr Joachim Heimerl, a priest of the Archdiocese of Vienna, has said that Archbishop Josef Grünwidl has imposed a “publication ban” on him.
In an interview with Marco Tosatti’s blog Stilum Curiae, the priest said the Archbishop sent “some letters that were not very friendly”. He said a recent letter informed him of a “publication ban” and warned that, if he did not comply, there would be “sanctions” that could even extend to “suspension”.
Fr Joachim Heimerl is a well-known Austrian priest who was ordained for the Archdiocese of Vienna in 2019. Before his ordination, he was a scholar of German studies and published a variety of works …

Leo XIV appointed, on this Thursday, July 16, 2026, Capuchin priest Jean Miguina as bishop of the diocese of Sarh, Tschad.

Bishops Attack FSSPX - "Invalid Sacraments", "Abuse of Eucharist"
Many bishops in the USA (and elsewhere) forbid Catholics from attending Mass in chapels belonging to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X, yet they welcome schismatics and homosexuals. Three examples:
Arlington Bishop: FSSPX Sacraments Are "Invalid"
Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia, instructed Catholics to “avoid participating in the activities of the FSSPX.”
In a letter dated 8 July, he wrote that "any celebrations of the sacraments of confession and matrimony by the FSSPX are invalid, and the administration of other sacraments is illicit".
In September 2025, Bishop Burbidge said that his meeting with the Greek Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew was “incredible,” and marked a “historic moment of Christian unity”.
Covington Bishop: FSSPX Mass Is "Abuse of Eucharist"
Bishop John Iffert of Covington, Kentucky, said in a recent statement that the sacraments from the FSSPX are “illicit”:
“The Masses these priests …

Bishops Attack FSSPX - "Invalid Sacraments", "Abuse of Eucharist"
Many bishops in the USA (and elsewhere) forbid Catholics from attending Mass in chapels belonging to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X, yet they welcome schismatics and homosexuals. Three examples:
Arlington Bishop: FSSPX Sacraments Are "Invalid"
Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia, instructed Catholics to “avoid participating in the activities of the FSSPX.”
In a letter dated 8 July, he wrote that "any celebrations of the sacraments of confession and matrimony by the FSSPX are invalid, and the administration of other sacraments is illicit".
In September 2025, Bishop Burbidge said that his meeting with the Greek Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew was “incredible,” and marked a “historic moment of Christian unity”.
Covington Bishop: FSSPX Mass Is "Abuse of Eucharist"
Bishop John Iffert of Covington, Kentucky, said in a recent statement that the sacraments from the FSSPX are “illicit”:
“The Masses these priests …

Gay Canadian Couple Sues Surrogate Mother For Refusing To Abort Baby, Causing 'Emotional Distress' - Protestia
A Canadian homosexual couple is taking a surrogate mother to court for refusing to abort their baby after it was discovered the fetus would have a cleft lip and possibly a heart condition. According to the National Post:
The Ontario-based surrogate insisted that more tests be conducted and eventually the same-sex couple agreed to let the pregnancy continue, as specialists indicated he was a healthy child with a relatively minor birth defect.
But in a suit filed in Ontario Superior Court this May, the parents allege the woman failed to keep them informed about the health of the baby, put the child at risk, caused them emotional distress, and violated their confidentiality, all charges the surrogate denies vehemently.
Initially, the surrogate had a good rapport with the couple, carrying a baby from in vitro fertilization using donor eggs and each of their sperm. After the health …

Leo XIV Writes to FSSPX
Yesterday, Leo XIV wrote to the Priestly Fraternity of St. Pius X. He acknowledged the FSSPX's devotion to Tradition, the liturgy, and priestly formation. He begs them to "turn back" from a prospective "schismatic act", warning of its grave consequences while reaffirming the Church's openness to dialogue and reconciliation. The letter.
To the Reverend Father Davide Pagliarani
Superior General
of the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X
With a paternal heart, and aware of the responsibility entrusted to me by the Lord as the Successor of the Apostle Peter, I address you and, through you, the bishops, priests, seminarians and faithful connected to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X.
The Church recognizes the devotion to liturgical life, commitment to priestly formation, apostolic zeal and desire for fidelity to Tradition that characterize many people and communities connected to your Fraternity. This has motivated the attentive and generous attitude that my …

Why isn't the Catholic Church celebrating 400 years of Christian roots in Canada?
Why isn't the Catholic Church celebrating 4 centuries of Christian roots in Canada this year? It was 400 years ago when St. Jean de Brebeuf and his companions began to sacrifice their lives to evangelize the Indigenous people and promote the Christian faith.
In 1624, Brebeuf first arrived in New France, (presently Quebec), and then travelled to Huronia, (today Midland, Ontario), to establish a mission.
The Jesuit priest spent 23 years with the Hurons, (today the Wendat First Nation), from 1626-1649. Together with his priest colleagues and two laymen, they learned the local language, lived with the local people, studied their history and culture. In 1642, Brebeuf composed the "Huron Carol" which is Canada's oldest Christmas song.
In 1649, Brebeuf and his five companions along with the two laymen were captured, tortured and killed by the Iroquois who were at war with the Hurons. The Canadian Martyrs are: …

Montse Alvarado in October 2023 on Catholic-Jewish Relations at a Time of Rising Antisemitism. Videoquotes from the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio.

This Was Quick: Cardinal McElroy Removes Rossetti as Washington Exorcist
Pro-homosexual Cardinal Robert McElroy of Washington has removed Rev. Stephen Rossetti from his role as an exorcist for the archdiocese and ended all affiliation with the St. Michael Center for Spiritual Renewal, led by Rev. Rossetti.
According to a statement released by the archdiocese, Cardinal McElroy said that Rev. Rossetti's recent comments linking UFO sightings to demonic activity, along with the center's use of social media, "gravely undermine the Church's very precise teaching on the devil, demons and exorcism."
The decision follows remarks made by Rev. Rossetti in a May 29 YouTube video in which he noted that "many, if not most, UFO sightings are in fact demons." Rev. Rossetti said he does not believe intelligent life exists on other planets and argued that some reported UFO phenomena resemble experiences encountered during exorcism ministry, including shadowy figures and unexplained orbs of light.
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Francis made moral teachings understandable and accessible to young people. This is how Montse Alvarado, the new prefect of the Dicastery for Communication, spoke of Francis' legacy following his death.

Leo XIV Appointed Another Migration-Bishop
On May 13, Leo XIV appointed Bishop José Guadalupe Torres Campos as the new Bishop of Ecatepec, Mexico.
Born in León, Mexico, on January 19, 1960, he was ordained to the priesthood in 1984 for the Diocese of Irapuato. He was appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Ciudad Juárez in 2005 and consecrated bishop in 2006. In 2008, he became the first Bishop of Gómez Palacio.
Francis promoted him in 2014 as Bishop of Ciudad Juárez. The city sits opposite El Paso, Texas, on the US border.
Among the Mexican bishops’ he is responsible for “Human Mobility” structures.
Most of Leo XIV’s new bishops have publicly advocated for migration and criticized any immigration crackdowns.
Migration-Bishop
Monsignor Torres Campos is mainly known for ministry related to illegal immigration.
In 2016, Pope Francis chose Ciudad Juárez as the final stop of his Mexico trip, speaking about many migrants who are “enslaved, kidnapped, extorted”.
Bishop Torres Campos repeatedly celebrated …

Auf dem deutschen Katholikentag ist eine Frau zu sehen, die den Kelch hält und die Wandlungsworte spricht, während der Priester hinter ihr steht.

Vatican Report: "Sin… Does Not Consist in the Homosexuals’ Relationship…"
Today, Synod.va published the final report from Study Group 9 on theological criteria and synodal methodologies for discerning doctrinal, pastoral, and ethical questions. It is de facto on homosexuality.
The report rejects the term “controversial” and says such matters should be treated as “emerging” issues (page 6).
Repeatedly, it speaks of an alleged “paradigm shift” in how the Church interprets the teaching: “The commitment to practising the synodal nature of the Church implies the implementation of a ‘paradigm shift.’” (page 8)
The final report even analogizes present ecclesial disputes to the Jerusalem Council’s overturning of circumcision requirements.
It demands that synodal outcomes should not be predetermined by “pre-established formulas.” And: “The Church’s mission is not a matter of abstractly proclaiming and deductively applying principles...” (page 9)
The final report invents “the stability of a healthy …