In the light of the new situation involving the Protocol against the use of Altar Rails in the Diocese, the faithful are encouraged to begin a new process of Recourse.

We, therefore, encourage all the Faithful to quickly contact the Bishop via letter and email. It is appropriate (and encouraged by the Church) that the Faithful make known their concerns to the members of the Church’s hierarchy. Please appeal to the Bishop to rescind the recent Protocol and cease his effort to unjustly eliminate the use of Altar Rails in the Diocese.

The Faithful could consider writing to the Bishop weekly until this issue is addressed in favor of the Faithful who deserve the Bishop’s support and assistance in this matter.

It is important for the Faithful to be sure to compose their letters in a respectful and humble tone, yet also clear and direct. The Bishop is a Successor of the Apostles and is due honor and respect. We should write to the Bishop as to one whom we love, expecting that he will reply with a reciprocal Christian charity.

Faithful Advocate strongly opposes any disrespect toward ecclesiastical superiors.

Written letters, which are encouraged, can be sent here:

Most Reverend Michael T. Martin, OFM Conv.

Diocese of Charlotte

1123 South Church Street

Charlotte, NC 28203

The Bishop can be emailed here: bishopsoffice@rcdoc.org