Administración religiosa

Abstract

The image contains a news article about ecclesiastical despotism, especially in the administration of tithes and the dependence on the clergy for worship. It proposes a more democratic ecclesiastical organization independent of the republican government in Colombia. It also reflects on the relationship between religion and the progress of the civil community, quoting Dupanloup regarding love of country. It advocates the need for greater participation of Catholic citizens in the administration of the Catholic Church, highlighting the importance of opposing the despotism of bishops. It criticizes the passivity of the Catholic community and promotes independence and dignity in religious matters. It also mentions the role of the government in protecting freedom of conscience and ensuring a balanced relationship between the clergy and the community. This article was published in the Diario de Cundinamarca on June 8, 1871.