In a comment that is resonating across Catholic social media, Bishop Athanasius Schneider has spoken out forcefully in defense of those who attend the Traditional Latin Mass, saying they are increasingly being singled out within the Church.
“At a time when all is synodal, only one category is punished and marginalized — the faithful who wish to pray the Latin Mass,” Bishop Schneider said. “They are really persecuted by these bishops.”
The remarks were highlighted in a post by Catholic journalist Michael Haynes (@MLJHaynes) and were taken from a recent July discussion hosted on gloriaDei.io.
The bishop’s words come amid continued debate over restrictions placed on the Latin Mass following Traditionis Custodes, raising concerns among traditional Catholics about being sidelined in the name of unity.
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