During the second Vatican Council, a Cardinal from Belgium shouted "Why are we even discussing the future of the Church when half the Church is not even here?" Referring to the lack of women religious on the Council. 23 women were then appointed as auditors

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The Second Ecumenical Council of the Vatican, commonly known as the Second Vatican Council, or Vatican II, addressed r… Continue Reading (28 minute read)