Sathyadeepam, a publication of the Ernakulam-Angamaly archdiocese from Archdiocesan Publication Trust, appears vexed by the hint of the Inquisition in the attempt by the hierarchy to end an unsettled difference of opinion over the way Mass is celebrated in the Syro-Malabar church, particularly in the archdiocese.
The publication is independent, widely circulated and well-received. Its editorial in the forthcoming issue recounts the recent visit by papal delegate Cyril Vasil to Ernakulam-Angamaly archdiocese to settle the issue. The publication alleged that the papal delegate converted a problem into an impasse by linking obedience to the Pope to the question of Mass rubric.
Though a dialogue was expected, the papal delegate made it clear from the start that he came to implement the synodal decision on Mass celebration. Reposing faith in punishment to settle the issue, he raised the question whether one stood inside the church or outside, the editorial said.
