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Vatican's stance on Medjugorje apparitions raises new discussion
The issue of Marian apparitions in Medjugorje stirs considerable controversy among the faithful and those outside the Church. Some are convinced of the events' authenticity, while others harbor significant doubts.
Medjugorje Pilgrims Encouraged, Relieved By New Vatican Document
Beth Racine had just come out of church after confession in Medjugorje and was leaning against a wall when something caught her eye. A disc covered the sun. She saw swirling colors to the sides — red on one side and white on the other — that made her think of the image of Divine Mercy.
Vatican recognises Medjugorje shrine, but not Virgin's messages
The Vatican said Thursday it recognised the shrine of Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina, without commenting on the Virgin's "alleged messages" to the faithful, who have gathered there in the millions for more than 40 years.
Vatican approves devotion at Medjugorje, but not on authenticity of ‘messages’
ROME—In a highly anticipated report on the alleged decadeslong apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Medjugorje, the Vatican’s doctrinal office on Thursday endorsed prudent devotion to Mary at the popular pilgrimage site in Bosnia and Herzegovina yet withheld any declaration on whether the alleged visions are supernatural in origin.
Vatican greenlights devotion to Marian shrine at Medjugorje
While the Vatican did not confirm that the Marian apparitions were real, it recognized that the devotion of the faithful to the site is undeniable.
They Said the Virgin Mary Appeared. The Vatican Is Finally Weighing In.
After decades, and controversy, the Vatican has authorized public worship at a shrine in Bosnia, where a once tranquil ...
Vatican gives green light to devotion at a site in Bosnia where the Madonna reportedly appeared
The Vatican has given the green light for Catholics to continue flocking to a southern Bosnian village where children ...
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Vatican refuses to authenticate controversial visions of Virgin Mary at popular Bosnian shrine
“People go to Medjugorje because they think the Virgin appears ... “It’s like saying that fruit is good, but we don’t know if the tree exists,” Murgia told the outlet. The Vatican said that ...
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Vatican sees spiritual value of Medjugorje, doesn’t judge it supernatural
With some prudence, Catholics can benefit spiritually from the messages and spiritual practices associated with the alleged ...
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Medjugorje: A Closer Look at the Vatican’s Cautious Ruling
COMMENTARY: ‘The Nihil obstat indicates that the faithful can receive a positive encouragement for their Christian life ...
Vatican opens new investigation into leaks surrounding its ‘trial of the century’ probe
The Vatican prosecutor has opened a new investigation into the alleged leak of information about its “trial of the century” ...
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Vatican approves devotion at Medjugorje while not pronouncing on authenticity of ‘alleged messages’
The Vatican has approved Marian devotion at Medjugorje without pronouncing on the authenticity of alleged apparitions, ...