Vatican II, convened from 1962 to 1965, had a profound impact on the Catholic Church in the United States by modernizing church practices and promoting engagement with contemporary society. It encouraged greater lay participation in the church and emphasized the importance of ecumenism, fostering dialogue with other Christian denominations and religions. The council's reforms, such as the use of vernacular languages in the liturgy, made Catholic worship more accessible and relevant to American Catholics, leading to significant changes in parish life and community dynamics. Additionally, Vatican II's focus on social justice issues resonated with the Civil Rights Movement and other progressive movements of the era, shaping the church's role in American society.
Vatican Council II (1962 - 1965) was held in Vatican City located in Rome, Italy.
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Vatican II lasted approximately 3 years: 1962-1965.
In Vatican City, thus the name Vatican Council II.
Popes John XXIII and Paul VI were popes during Vatican II.
Pope Paul VI closed Vatican II.
Gilles Routhier has written: 'Vatican II' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, History, Influence, Vatican Council (2nd : 1962-1965) 'Receptins De Vatican II'
Pope John Paul II died in the Vatican in April 2005.
After the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II).
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Vatican II.
The First Vatican Council was convoked by Pope Pius IX on 29 June 1868 and was formally closed in 1960 prior to Vatican II