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The bishops acknowledged people’s desire to participate in the liturgy but said the Catholic liturgy has a universal character, and this especially concerns celebrations of the sacraments.
In a brief statement Monday, the Holy See press office did not elaborate on possible reasons for the resignation, which is not mandatory for bishops until their 75th birthday.
The document says nothing about the number of participants in the surveys that were to be part of the worldwide synodal process.
Switzerland has recognized civil unions for same-sex couples since 2007, following a 2005 referendum.
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Speaking Dec. 1 to the Swiss bishops, Pope Francis said they have 'a great and beautiful responsibility to maintain a living faith in your land.'
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