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Rejection of the diaconate for women

As part of the ongoing World Synod, Pope Francis stated that women should continue to be excluded from the diaconate.

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Ecclesiastical foundations pursuant to Art. 87 ZGB with a focus on surveillance law

In this paper the question of whether the internal supervision of church foundations requires reform or at least clear criteria in order to fulfil the requirements of modern governance is discussed.

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Fribourg: New cemetery rules

The Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities (SIG) takes the view that the new regulations for the St. Leonhard cemetery in Fribourg restrict the religious freedom of Jews.

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Referendum: New constitution of the Catholic Church of the canton of Graubünden

On 22 September 2024, the Roman Catholic voters of the canton of Graubünden approved the revision of their church statutes with over 90% of votes in favour.

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