
New Rules for Evaluating Supernatural Phenomena (Apparitions, Visions, Eucharistic Miracles, Catholic, Vatican, Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith)
Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World
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Evaluating Supernatural Phenomena
This chapter explores the Church's refined standards for assessing alleged supernatural events amidst modern challenges. It highlights the significance of discernment guided by the Holy Spirit and the newly established norms by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. The discussion also addresses the complexities and moral implications involved in recognizing divine actions, while making clear that not all acclaimed supernatural experiences are validated by the Church.
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Transcript

The Vatican has released new rules for evaluating reports of supernatural phenomena. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli conclude their two-part discussion by looking at the rules themselves; the possible categories; and how the investigations are to be carried out.
