An interpretation of the Canon Law as recently accepted by the Italian State. and its possible effect on educational institutions, was given by Dr. John A. Ryan, Director of the Social Action Department of the National Catholic Welfare Conference and Professor of Moral Theology at the Catholic University of America. In a news release from the National Catholic Welfare Conference headquarters here. Dr. Ryan is quoted as follows:
“The teaching of religion is made compulsory in all elementary and secondary schools; that is, in all educational institutions conducted by the State. This regulation has already been enforced for several years, with exceptions in favor of those parents who do not wish their children to receive religious instruction. Probably this exemption will be continued.”
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