Daily Archives: 24 July 2010

OCF 49: Other Texts

Posted on 24 July 2010 by catholicsensibility

The OCF contains three other “Parts,” as we read in the last paragraph of the General Introduction. Remember that all of our posts so far have covered this General Introduction, which is to the Funeral Rites what the GIRM is … Continue reading →

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Outing Sexual Activity in the Clergy

Posted on 24 July 2010 by catholicsensibility

One of the CNS headlines yesterday featured the conservative Italian publication Panorama poking into Rome’s gay night clubs and the response from the diocese of Rome. The Italian Right is seen as unfriendly to the Church, as the aim of … Continue reading →

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OCF 48: Funeral Rites for Children

Posted on 24 July 2010 by catholicsensibility

OCF 234 through 342 are devoted to special texts and adaptations for the funerals of children, including infants. This shouldn’t be surprising considering the post-conciliar reforms designed to direct rituals for common practices (Baptism) for children, as well as a … Continue reading →

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