Pope Benedict’s overture to disaffected Anglicans created shock waves among Ottawa church officials Wednesday as they weighed the meaning of the historic event.
Many welcomed the Vatican’s decision to create a new structure within the Catholic Church that will make it more comfortable for conservative Anglicans to join.
Earlier this week, the Pope announced he will permit Anglicans who share the same essential beliefs as Catholics to maintain their traditions within the embrace of the Roman Catholic Church.
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Ottawa Citizen: Anglicans welcome Pope's overture
Pope Benedict’s overture to disaffected Anglicans created shock waves among Ottawa church officials Wednesday as they weighed the meaning of the historic event.
Many welcomed the Vatican’s decision to create a new structure within the Catholic Church that will make it more comfortable for conservative Anglicans to join.
Earlier this week, the Pope announced he will permit Anglicans who share the same essential beliefs as Catholics to maintain their traditions within the embrace of the Roman Catholic Church.
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