According to a NLM article, the Italian press is reporting that Pope Benedict has told the local bishops he "desires a greater composure in the liturgies, in which, he finds, applause and acclamations are out of place." Of course the Pope's position against applause at Mass is nothing new [he has previously stated that "Wherever applause breaks out in the liturgy because of some human achievement, it is a sure sign that the essence of liturgy has totally disappeared and been replaced by a kind of religious entertainment"], Catholics may nevertheless be encouraged by learning that the Supreme Pontiff has reaffirmed his position to the bishops.
[Related Resource: Flier: Applause in Church?]
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