A Superb Column by Mons. Charles Pope on the Dubia

A great deal has already been said, of course, about the recent statements of the CDW pertaining to the implementation of Traditionis Custodes; we have already published two round-ups of articles (first and second), and alas, it will undoubtedly be necessary to say a great deal more on the broader topic of the new liturgy war in the coming weeks and months. However, a column published yesterday by Mons Charles Pope in the National Catholic Register is an absolute stand-out, which deserves special attention and consideration. We thank Mons Pope profusely for his great pastoral charity in writing this exhortation to the bishops, and urge everyone to share it as widely as possible. Here are some excerpts, but be sure to read the entire thing at the link given above.

“As a pastor of souls, I cannot find words to express the hurt and anger (righteous, I pray) I experience over the treatment of Catholics who are attached to the older forms of the liturgy and the sacraments. I have not seen such language or harshness directed against any other group, in or out of the Church. …