' speech, in which he indicated the main purpose of the Council.
Pope John wanted a pastoral Council and one of renovation, so that the Catholic teachings could be better understood and accepted in 20th-century society. As he said at the opening speech of the Council, while preserving the integrity of its doctrine, the Church wanted to offer the modern world the"medicine of mercy", and not severe condemnations.The Vatican II solemnly opened on 11 October 1962 in St. Peter's Basilica, after over three years of preparations.
- Throughout the Church, there was a renewed attention to Scriptures, in liturgy and in individual spirituality. - After the Council acknowledged the possibility of salvation for non-Christians, dialogue also began with other religions. - The Council's teaching that the pope and bishops together form a single collegial body led to a new appreciation for bishops and bishops' conferences. The Synod of Bishops was formed to meet regularly and advise the pope.
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