Vatican II In A Year Day 77: LG 37-38: Duties to the Laity
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Mar 18, 2025 Discussion of laity rights to sacraments, pastoral care, and access to Eucharist and confession. Guidance on how laypeople may prudently advise Church leaders while showing reverence. Exploration of lay duties to accept shepherds' decisions, pray for leaders, and live as a Christian witness in society. Reflection on bishops' responsibility to promote and employ the laity for collaboration.
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Claim Your Right To Sacraments
- Do claim your right to receive the sacraments and spiritual goods from pastors when properly disposed.
- Fr. Matthew explains you cannot be denied Eucharist or confession for private faults and have a right to marry in the Church if no impediment exists.
Offer Opinions Through Proper Channels
- Do express your opinions to Church leaders through proper channels and with reverence and charity.
- Fr. Matthew urges using Church organs and speaking in truth, courage, and prudence when offering lay advice.
Obey And Pray For Your Shepherds
- Do obey and pray for your spiritual shepherds while accepting their decisions in Christian obedience.
- Fr. Matthew connects obedience to Christ's example and reminds listeners to pray for bishops who must render account of their souls.