Vatican gives reminder on clerical garb-CathNews NZ/Pacific

Vatican gives reminder on clerical garb

Tuesday, November 20th, 2012

The Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, has sent a letter around the Roman Curia, reminding clerics to turn up for work in traditional clerical garb — dog collar and black cassock. But an experienced Vatican-watcher suggests it is really a hint to those visiting from outside.

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