Irish Synodal Pathway – Call for submissions

Date of Issue: 21 July 2025

Introduction

The Synodal Pathway of the Catholic Church in Ireland, under the auspices of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, invites suitably qualified individuals, organisations, or consortia to submit tenders for the redesign of its official logo as part of the next phase of Ireland’s synodal journey.

This Invitation to Tender outlines the service requirements and design expectations for a visual
identity that reflects the Synodal Pathway’s mission and values as we move toward a National Synodal Assembly.

Background

In March 2021, the Catholic Church in Ireland launched a Synodal Pathway in response to Pope Francis' call for a more synodal and listening Church. This process is grounded in dialogue, discernment, and in clusion at all levels, culminating in a series of National Synodal Assemblies. The journey emphasises the equal dignity of every baptised person, co-responsibility for the mission, and attentiveness to the signs of the times in the light of the Gospel.

Scope of services required

The successful tenderer will deliver a redesigned logo for the Irish Synodal Pathway that is:

• Theologically rich
• Spiritually resonant
• Culturally Irish
• Flexible for digital and print applications

Full design guidelines are outlined in the tender document attached below.

To Apply

Email: info@synod.ie, c/o Julieann Moran

Postal address: 
Irish Synodal Pathway, 
c/o Julieann Moran, 
Columba Centre, 
Maynooth, 
Co. Kildare, 
Ireland, 
W23 P6D3.

Deadline for questions: 30 July
Deadline for submission: 15 August