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#423 Why are cardinals invited to the Synod of Bishops?

Fr. Joe Scott
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Ever wonder why the Church has bishops and cardinals? Why are the cardinals invited to the Synod of Bishops? Can a priest become a Cardinal without first becoming a bishop? We answer all those questions and have a discussion about the extraordinary Synod of Bishops happening at the Vatican right now.

Coming Attractions from the gospel of Matthew — Are you giving to God what belongs to God?

And from our NEW Church Search: Listener Picks segment — St. Cecilia Parish in Boston (where you can go to Mass on Mass. Ave — love it!). Call us with your questions of faith and “Church Search: Listener Picks” at 917-591-8476. If you call — we’ll send you a prize!

0:00 – Intro

10:00 — Question

26:56 — Coming Attractions

29:12 — Church Search: Listener Picks

Fr. Joe Scott
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