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Vatican Issues New Guidelines for Apparitions
Caution Advised in Discernment Process
Pope Francis Emphasizes Need for Careful Evaluation
The Vatican has released new guidelines for the discernment of alleged Marian apparitions, urging caution and a rigorous process before declaring them authentic.
The guidelines, published by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, emphasize the importance of avoiding hasty judgments and ensuring a thorough investigation before making any official pronouncements.
"The Church has a duty to discern carefully and prudently the authenticity of alleged apparitions," the guidelines state. "This is not a matter to be taken lightly, as it can have serious implications for the faith of the people."
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