We Sisters of Notre Dame will soon be meeting in Columbus in person or via zoom. As I wonder what will happen there, I imagine—expect—to see the influence of Pope Francis. Over the past several years we have studied Laudato Si’ and have made integrity of creation part of our thought and lifestyle. Certainly sharing our efforts to care for the earth will be part of our formal and informal discussions. But more important than topics of conversation will be synodality.—its spirit and its practical application. Our time in Columbus will perhaps give direction to our future. It may even become the basis for resolutions made by our international congregation. All important. All welcomed. All needed. However, what I most anticipate is the synodality. Just as Pope Francis made synodality a constitutive dimension of the Church, that same necessary element will characterize our gathering. Of that, I’m sure.  Pope Francis wished to prioritize a culture of encounter over rules. Because the Church is the People of God, our late Pope knew the importance of bonding, of encountering, and he showed this in meeting people where they were, entering into dialogue with them. The spirit of encounter is the same spirit we Sisters are feeling as we anticipate our togetherness in Columbus. Please pray that we do just that.