After three years of consultation, the Synod on Synodality concluded on 26 October 2024 with a final document that calls for significant reform within the Catholic Church. This document emphasises that all baptised Catholics—clergy and laity alike—must be involved in shaping the Church’s future, encouraging a more inclusive, transparent, and accountable Church. Key recommendations include revamping priestly formation to include more women in seminaries, expanding lay involvement in selecting bishops, and fostering a more collaborative model of leadership, where bishops and priests work closely with their congregations. The document also calls for greater transparency, recommending mandatory financial audits and performance evaluations for all ministries to ensure accountability. Although the document does not make definitive decisions on some issues—such as the restoration of the female diaconate—it leaves the door open for further discussions. Pope Francis’ message is clear: this is a time for action, not just words. The Synod has paved the way for a Church that is more engaged with its people and better equipped to address the challenges of today’s world. The full final report is available for all to read and reflects Pope Francis’ vision of a more inclusive, transparent, and synodal Church.