Swiss Bishop Takes Action Against Clergy in Response to Controversial Video

Bishop Joseph Bonnemain of Chur, Switzerland, has issued a formal reprimand to two priests involved in a viral video showing them celebrating Mass with a Swiss laywoman at the altar. While no serious liturgical violations were found, important liturgical regulations were ignored. The video depicted the laywoman appearing to concelebrate the Eucharist with the priests, which is not permitted by canon law. The bishop has warned the individuals involved and expressed confidence in their pastoral work, but emphasized that the liturgy should not be a testing ground for personal projects.