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Also from John Thavis at CNS – and props to him on this one. It’s thorough.<\/a><\/p>\n

(And sourced)<\/p>\n

Various views on the apparitions, the attitudes of different elements of the hierarchy, from local bishops to the Vatican to the Franciscans who dominate the scene there. I found this quote, from a scholar who doubts the authenticity of the apparitions (at least, it seems, as they have continued over the years) – refreshing in its honesty:<\/p>\n

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Foley said it was obvious that some Medjugorje pilgrims have experienced spiritual awakening. But he said part of this could be attributed to a "charismatic element that grabs people’s emotions." <\/p>\n

Another factor, he said, is that Medjugorje may appeal to Catholics confused by changes after the Second Vatican Council. <\/p>\n

"It’s a sad reality that some people have had to go to Medjugorje to get priests who were enthusiastic about confession, and to get the things they used to be able to get in the church in the West," he said. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Also from John Thavis at CNS – and props to him on this one. It’s thorough. (And sourced) Various views on the apparitions, the attitudes of different elements of the hierarchy, from local bishops to the Vatican to the Franciscans who dominate the scene there. 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