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The norms whereby bishops are chosen are not divine law and hence are always perfectible. But direct involvement, as if elective, of the laity in the choice of a bishop today would be unimaginable.
— José Saraiva Martins
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About José Saraiva Martins
José Saraiva Martins (6 January 1932 –) is a Portuguese prelate of the Catholic Church who was prefect of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints.
About José Saraiva Martins
José Saraiva Martins (6 January 1932 –) is a Portuguese prelate of the Catholic Church who was prefect of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints.
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