Matthew 9:36 - 10:8

People care deeply about the Mass and worship, but many feel that liturgy needs to be more engaging, accessible, and beautiful. Calls for renewal were frequent, especially to help young people and newcomers feel connected: ‘Renewing our liturgy also featured prominently with comment on language, participation, involvement, singing and somehow connecting liturgy and the Word to life.'

Liturgy was affirmed as central but often experienced as stale or disengaging, particularly for younger generations. Some expressed that ‘liturgy is important to everyone, but some people find it uninspiring and in need of renewal.' Others stressed ‘the need for more inclusive language, participation, and a sense of belonging through worship.' There were also concerns that ‘liturgical language and symbolism are often inaccessible or outdated, particularly for young people and those unfamiliar with Church traditions.'

Several called to ‘review how liturgy is celebrated to ensure it supports participation, community, and mission.' Renewal was linked with lay participation: ‘people expressed a desire for more active involvement in liturgy, especially in music and lay ministries.' The underlying hope was for worship that is beautiful, relevant, and capable of drawing people into deeper communion.