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The Catholic Church (1900-present)
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Restrictions in France
Restrictive measures in France lead to forcing the Jesuits, Carmelites, Benedictines and other religious orders to exit the country. This is significant as these religious orders were forbidden to live in France, meaning that this is an act of discrimination. -
The United States and England are no longer mission territories.
Both the United States and England, which were long under the jurisdiction of the Congregation for the Propagation of Faith are no longer mission territories and are no longer under the common law of the Church. -
Pope Benedict XV declares neutrality during World War I.
Pope Benedict XV declares his neutrality during World War I, however, his peace initiatives are rejected by both sides on the war. This is significant as both sides during World War I chose to believe that God was supporting them, however, Benedict XV denounced the war. -
Virgin Mary appears in Fatima
The Blessed Virgin Mary appears to three children at Fatima, Portugal. This is highly significant as from this point onwards, Fatima would become well-known for the miracle which took place. -
The Code of Canon Law goes into effect
The Code of Canon Law goes into effect in the Western Church. This means that in European churches there is now a formal list of laws regarding what Catholics can and cannot do in the Church. -
The Catholic Relief Act repeals legal disabilities.
The Catholic Relief Act repealed almost all of the legal disabilities of Catholics in England. This means that Catholics living in England are no longer treated as inferior to other people in England. -
Adolf Hitler represses the Catholic Church
As Adolf Hitler emerges into power and his aims are made clear regarding the elimination of the Jews, he begins to repress the Catholic church; which Pius XI protests. This is significant as it means that the Catholic church cannot publicly express any opinions regarding the Nazi regime. -
Pontificate of Pope Pius XII
The pontificate of Pope Pius XII begins, which is significant as he later condemns communism and proclaims the dogma of the assumption of Mary. -
Beginning of a communist decade.
A decade of communism begins in more than 13 countries, causing persecution to approximately 60 million Catholics as well as people of other faiths. -
Pius XII proclaims the dogma of the Assumption
Pius XII proclaims the dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This is significant as the Assumption is now regarded as part of the Catholic doctrine. -
Patriotic Association of Chinese Catholics is established in China
The Patriotic Association of Chinese Catholics is established in China under the communist regime in opposition to the Catholic Church. -
Pontificate of Paul VI
Pontificate of Paul VI. His main focus was to give direction and provide guidance for the authentic trends of church renewal put into effect by the Second Vatican Council. -
The pontificate of Pope John Paul I
Pope John Paul I has his pontificate, which lasts thirty-four days. -
The revised Code of Canon Law goes into effect.
The revised Code of Canon Law, which encompasses reforms enacted by the Second Vatican Council goes into effect in the Church. -
The Code of Canon Law for Eastern Churches is initiated.
The Code of Canon Law for Eastern Churches goes into effect, meaning that all of the Eastern Churches (Oriental Churches) are affected by the Code of Canon Law. -
The revised Catechism of the Catholic Church is approved.
A revised edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (a summary of the principles of Christianity in the form of questions and answers) is approved by Pope John Paul II. -
Pope John Paul II visits Cuba to secure the release of political prisoners.
Pope John Paul II visits Cuba and secures the release of over 300 political prisoners.
