Understanding the Truth Behind the 1955 Holy Week Reform – The Catholic Mass #46

Today we’ll do a careful study of the 1955 reform. Fr. Palko explains what changed, why it changed, and whether these revisions were justified—or dangerous. From Palm Sunday to the Easter Vigil, we explore the reasons behind the time shifts, structure changes, and liturgical simplifications. Were these revisions paving the way for the Novus Ordo, or were they well-intentioned efforts to help the faithful participate more fully? We also examine the SSPX’s actual practice today, and whether using the 1956 rites is a compromise, a prudential choice, or a litmus test for tradition

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