Pope Benedict XVI writing a letter. Photo: FarodiRoma

What’s the Synod?

“Synod” comes from two Greek words which mean together and road, so the combination conveys the idea of “walking together”. There’s a rich history of synodality in the Eastern Churches, and some Protestant denominations use the word as a synonym for «council».

Pornography, the most common addiction according to American study

Rising Tide of Porn Addiction Sparks Concern Among Experts and Communities. According to their recent report, 61% of U.S. adults admit to using pornography, with half of them saying that no one else knows about it. Shockingly, 84% of those who use porn have no support system to help them quit or control their usage, further isolating them in their struggles.