Sorry, Sorrentino!
Benedict has struck, dispatching two birds with one stone. Archbishop Sorrentino, known foe of things traditional, has been removed as Secretary for the Congregation for Divine Worship, after only two years in the job, and has been appointed Bishop of Assisi (note, it's not an Archbishopric, and although he is allowed to keep his title of Archbishop, the demotion is clear). This move goes hand in hand with the restriction of the autonomy of the Franciscans in Assisi by Benedict's recent motu proprio. No more slaying of chickens on the altar! The Pope shows his sense of humour by subjecting one foe (the Fran.s) to the jurisdiction of another (Archbishop Sorrentino). More of this please! The stables need a thorough cleaning. With Sorrentino gone, the way is clear for a new Secretary, and a proper reform of Catholic liturgy.
posted by Ecclesiastes at 6:30 AM
3 Comments:
I've just discovered your blog.
Yes, you are quite right about what Benedict is doing in Assisi. You are obviously very well informed and I hope you will keep up the good work, Father.
Just another thought - Marini, the Pope's MC, is clearly on the way out, but is refusing offers similar to the one accepted by Sorrentino, as he wants to stay on in Rome to interfere with Benedict's plans for the Old Rite.
Could be interesting!
If there are abuses in Assisi, I am glad they are being brought under control. My impression on visiting Assisi a few years ago was that that the Franciscans were doing a better job than many of keeping the Faith alive. The Basilica of St. Francis at least retained the atmosphere of being a functioning Church where God was still worshipped. Many of the other churches I visited in Italy seemed more like museums.
(My 2 Lire).
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