Vatican II Council

Vatican II was a major religious council held by the Catholic Church from 1962 to 1965, aimed at renewing and modernizing the Church’s practices and teachings. It sought to make the Church more open, engaging with the modern world, and accessible to people. Key changes included allowing Mass to be celebrated in local languages instead of Latin, encouraging dialogue with other religions, and promoting understanding and pastoral care. The council emphasized the importance of the laity—lay members—in the Church’s mission, fostering a more inclusive, relevant faith community while preserving core doctrines.