Rome, 1 July (LaPresse) – “It is a source of great sorrow because such an act deeply wounds the unity of the Church.” This was the response of the Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, when speaking to journalists about the episcopal ordinations of the Lefebvrians. “It is a schismatic act that breaks the unity of the Church and will result in sanctions,” the cardinal added. “My hope is that, despite what has happened today, we can resume dialogue and find a solution.” As for the Second Vatican Council, Parolin emphasised that “it is a milestone in the history of the Church and must be accepted”.
Church, Parolin: ‘Deep sorrow over the Lefebvrians; I hope for dialogue’
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Rome, 1 July (LaPresse) – “It is a source of great sorrow because such an act deeply wounds the unity of the Church.” This was the response of the Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, when speaking to journalists about the episcopal ordinations of the Lefebvrians. “It is a schismatic act that breaks the unity of the Church and will result in sanctions,” the cardinal added. “My hope is that, despite what has happened today, we can resume dialogue and find a solution.” As for the Second Vatican Council, Parolin emphasised that “it is a milestone in the history of the Church and must be accepted”.
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