Q350 – Is it okay to respond in Latin during the Novus Ordo Mass instead of the vernacular?

Interview Organization: Confraternity of Our Lady of Fatima
Interviewer Name: Christopher P. Wendt
Date: May 13, 2025
If speaking the Latin responses quietly helps you spiritually and doesn't disturb others, it's acceptable. Whether or not to do so depends on your personal situation and needs.
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Transcript:

Well, it depends on you. As long as you’re not speaking the Latin responses loudly and disturbing others, it is possible. If you feel that it helps you, then why not say the Latin responses in a silent voice? It can help you, and whether it helps depends on your situation.