The role of the laity, after Vatican Council II, was emphasized more than it had ever been previously. They were asked to take an active part in the Most Holy Eucharist and not be mere passive observers. They were to take an active part in living their baptismal roles of priest, prophet, and king, and be true evangelists in their lives truly meeting Jesus in prayer and Sacraments and bringing Him to all they met during the day.
Before Vatican II, the laity had limited involvement in the Mass, primarily participating as passive observers rather than active participants. The liturgy was conducted in Latin, and most of the responses and prayers were performed by the clergy. While laypeople could engage in certain roles, such as altar servers or lectors, their overall participation in the Mass was restricted compared to the more active role encouraged by the reforms of Vatican II. The Council emphasized greater involvement of the laity in the liturgical life of the Church.
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Andrew Cuschieri has written: 'Introductory readings in canon law' -- subject(s): Canon law 'Christian maturation in the light of Vatican Council II' -- subject(s): Episcopacy, Laity, Monastic and religious life, Priesthood, Vatican Council (2nd : 1962-1965)
In Vatican City, thus the name Vatican Council II.
There were exactly no doctrines defined at the Second Vatican Council. The Second Vatican Council was the first purely pastoral council ever held in the Church.
1962
The council was held mostly at the Vatican but some meetings were held at other venues in and around Rome.
The First Vatican Council was convoked by Pope Pius IX on 29 June 1868 and was formally closed in 1960 prior to Vatican II
Vatican Council II (1962 - 1965) was held in Vatican City located in Rome, Italy.
Pope Paul VI closed Vatican II.
We are still waiting for this to happen. It usually takes decades to fully implement a Council, and this hasn't yet happened with Vatican II.
After the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II).