Liturgy War Escalates: Combat Operations Between Priests
A violent clash erupted at Saint Mary's Cathedral Basilica, Kochi, India, between supporters of presiding Mass facing the people, a liturgical abuse, and the proponents of a "unified" Mass [allegedly backed by the Vatican] where at least parts are celebrated facing God.
The presiders camped on Saturday inside the church when the celebrators entered the church.
Father Antony Poothavelil, the cathedral administrator, attempted to celebrate (article's picture, video below), while protesting priests presided on the same altar but turning away from God. Police refrained from interfering as the clash happened in the basilica.
The turmoil ended with expletives hurled inside the church. The altar was cleared and finally overturned. Reportedly, the blood of Christ was spilled. The clash resulted in injuries to nearly a dozen priests.
Cardinal George Alencherry, head of the Syro-Malabar Church, announced on December 26 stringent action against those who violated the sanctity of St. Mary’s Cathedral.
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The presiders camped on Saturday inside the church when the celebrators entered the church.
Father Antony Poothavelil, the cathedral administrator, attempted to celebrate (article's picture, video below), while protesting priests presided on the same altar but turning away from God. Police refrained from interfering as the clash happened in the basilica.
The turmoil ended with expletives hurled inside the church. The altar was cleared and finally overturned. Reportedly, the blood of Christ was spilled. The clash resulted in injuries to nearly a dozen priests.
Cardinal George Alencherry, head of the Syro-Malabar Church, announced on December 26 stringent action against those who violated the sanctity of St. Mary’s Cathedral.
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