The Vatican II Council

The Vatican II Council, held from 1962 to 1965, was a major gathering of Catholic Church leaders aimed at renewing and modernizing the Church. It addressed how the Church engages with the contemporary world, emphasizing themes like religious freedom, the importance of Scripture, and improved relations with other faiths. The council led to significant reforms, such as encouraging local languages in Mass instead of Latin, promoting greater lay participation, and fostering a more open and pastoral approach. Overall, Vatican II sought to make the Church's teachings more accessible, relevant, and engaged with modern society.