The SSPX has been banned from the diocese of Ozamiz in the Philippines even though ...
Just wondering if the Philippines NO church has a similar constitution as Argentina? neoSspx was "approved" there in 2015 as a 'juridical person'. Did neoSspx really have to get Church / gov' approval to have chapels? I always felt this was a nail in the coffin for the True SSPX.
In other words, can the Filipino "Resistance" completely ignore the BAN? , or formally accept , submit?
Here is the Argentinian AI Catholic privileges:
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Bishops of Santa Fe in Argentina call for recognition of the ...
The Argentine Constitution, specifically Article 2, states that the federal government "sustains" the Roman Catholic apostolic cult, which implies recognition and support for this church, although without declaring it official religion. This commitment, although nuanced, gives the Catholic Church special status, guaranteeing the free exercise of its spiritual worship and jurisdiction and recognizing a relationship of cooperation and autonomy with the State.
Article 2 of the National Constitution
Article 2 of the Argentine Constitution states that "The federal government upholds the Roman Catholic apostolic cult."
The interpretation of this article has evolved, and although it does not establish an official religion, it recognizes a special relationship between the State and the Catholic Church.
Implications of the state-Church relationship
Support of the cult:
The state provides financial support to the Catholic Church, although this funding has declined in recent years.
Free exercise of religion:
The State guarantees the Catholic Church the freedom to exercise its worship and spiritual power.
Autonomy and cooperation:
The State and the Church maintain a relationship based on the principles of autonomy, cooperation and neutrality, where the State does not interfere in the internal affairs of the Church and vice versa.
Freedom of conscience and religion:
Despite the special recognition of Catholicism, the Constitution also guarantees freedom of conscience and religion, ensuring that no one can be discriminated against because of their religious beliefs.