Pope opens synod with vigil, Mass [VIDEO] By Catholic News Service - Oct 6, 2014 The Synod on the family opened with a vigil and Mass in St. Peter’s Square Oct. 4-5. #Synod14 Share this:TweetEmail RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR BRIEFS NEWS BRIEF: First-ever Nazareth Seminary Breakfast Fundraiser a Huge Success FEATURED You’re invited! Diocese of Phoenix to celebrate first ever diocesan-level Simbang Gabi NATION/WORLD The poor cannot keep waiting for justice, solidarity, pope says NATION/WORLD Devotion to Mary leads people to Jesus, to helping others, pope says BRIEFS Xavier Prep Gators capture state titles in volleyball and golf