

The Vatican spokesman said on this behalf: "This is not under study by the Holy Father nor by any Vatican congregation or commission." 4) We recognize and respect the deep sense of love that inspires many who support the initiative. 3) A dogmatic proclamation is normally preceded by official in-depth study and consultation among theologians, bishops and the faithful. Navarro-Valls) said that no such proclamation is planned. On August 18, 1996, a Vatican spokesman (J. 2) According to news from the Vatican, the dogma is not soon to be proclaimed. This is the reason why we turn to her for encouragement (she is the mother of all) and help (she is our model in faith). Maria Assumpta is forever an active part in the ongoing history of salvation. It should help us to listen and speak with Christian charity.ġ) It is Scripture evidence and oldest Church tradition which tell us about Mary's involvement in Redemption: as mother of Jesus and Theotokos, as disciple of her Son and associate in his salvific work. We keep in mind that most of the people intervening in this matter share a common love for Our Lady. The following observations would like to further serenity and realism in this matter. Others threaten to leave the Church if the definition should become reality. Some letters qualify as heretics those who are not favorably inclined toward a new Marian dogma.

Q: Mary's Co-redemption: Will there be a new dogma soon?Ī: Reactions to articles received at the Marian Library show that there are strong feelings in favor of and against the dogmatization of Mary Co-redemptrix.
