Bishop DiLorenzo Enforces Appropriate Liturgical Practice in Richmond Diocese

News on the progress being made by Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo in the Diocese of Richmond:

Richmond, May. 31, 2005 (CNA) - One year after his [sic] began in the Diocese of Richmond, Bishop Francis DiLorenzo has already set up a commission to enforce appropriate liturgical practice, and has implemented other measures and solutions, which he says the people want and which meet the current needs of the diocese, reported the Times-Dispatch.

Soon after his installation, the bishop reactivated the diocese's liturgical commission and named Fr. Russell Smith as diocesan theologian, a post that had been vacant since 1998.

The commission investigates and responds to parishioners who complain about liturgical abuses in a particular church. It also ensures that proper practices are being followed. Fr. Smith must also approve all speakers from outside the diocese before they speak at a diocesan parish.
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My Comments:
Great timing. Just as my family is considering relocating to another diocese, these much-needed reforms are beginning to take place in the Diocese of Richmond. Oh well, hopefully Bishop Blair in Toledo, Ohio will make similar reforms in what will be our new diocese.