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December 27, 2006 |
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Dr. David Drew P.O. Box 7352 York, PAI 7408 |
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Dear Dr. Drew, |
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I received your letter of December 20, 2006, requesting my authorizing a
priest to administer the sacrament of Confirmation to twelve children at
Saints Peter and Paul mission. I appreciate your understanding that I do not
believe such authorization/delegation would be appropriate. |
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You may be familiar with the news
speculations about the anticipated
"motu proprio" of our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, regarding
the traditional Latin Mass. At this point, I do not know the decisions of the
Holy Father on this matter. |
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Our Sunday and holy day
traditional Latin Masses are now back at the beautiful Saint Lawrence Chapel.
The beautiful restoration of Saint Patrick Cathedral is complete. I hope you
have a chance to visit. |
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May our Lord bless
you with His abundant grace during this holy season of Christmas. |
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Sincerely yours in
Christ, |
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Most Reverend Kevin
C. Rhoades Bishop of Harrisburg |