Catholic Church in Switzerland
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Swiss bishop calls for women’s ordination, end to celibacy ahead of synod
“It’s time to abolish mandatory celibacy,” Bishop Felix Gmür of Basel told the Swiss newspaper NZZ am Sonntag on Sept... Read more
Swiss bishops’ study finds more than 1,000 cases of clergy sexual abuse
The 136-page report documents 1,002 cases of abuse since the mid-20th century involving 510 accused and 921 victims. Read more
Swiss bishop reprimands clergy after viral video of woman ‘concelebrating’ Mass
The laywoman stood at the altar in ordinary dress, with two priests beside her. She extended her arms and pronounced... Read more
Vatican investigating Swiss bishops’ handling of sex abuse cases
The primary purpose of the investigation is “the accusations of covering up cases of abuse,” the Swiss Bishops’ Conference announced. Read more
Swiss bishops call for respect for ‘rules’ after woman appears to concelebrate Mass
The bishops’ intervention follows internet controversy over a video of a laywoman who seemed to concelebrate Mass with priests. Read more
Swiss bishop resigns at age 59 due to ‘inner fatigue’
“I tell you this with an open heart: I can no longer imagine being in the position I have tried... Read more
