The FSSP is in a neighboring diocese. But we have a newly ordained bishop who (we suspect) is a little overwhelmed at the moment with his new job and the reforms we believe he’ll eventually be making. As this diocese covers a wide swatch of rural areas and small towns, I doubt there would be concentrated numbers of those wishing for the Latin Mass.
The other thing I’d suggest is to contact UnaVoce. Perhaps they have others in your area who are interested in joining forces with you to form that “stable” group, which could convince the bishop that you and others will support the EF in your diocese. Many times people petition for something and never bother to show up or give anything. Bishops and priests know this and therefore are hesitant in making long-range commitments like this. I don’t blame them.
Much appreciated. Thanks.
As I recall there was a little contention over this. I have not been to this parish in over 5 years (I drive my mom to Mass now, and this parish is too far away for her). Back when I attended, they said the EF Mass by the 1962 Missal three out of every four Sundays. But every third Sunday of the month, they said the Ordinary Form in Latin, which apparently displeased some in the congregation. It did not bother me either way, but I’m not sure why they did that. The only reason I could think was the priest who usually said the Extraordinary Form had some other commitment on those Sundays. So, to answer your question, both.
The Ordinary Form in Latin is anything but ordinary.
Indeed, and it’s quite a treat to experience it! I have, with all the stops pulled: Gregorian chant, ad orientem, fancy vestments, etc., in a Benedictine monastery in Italy (Monte Cassino to be exact).The Ordinary Form in Latin is anything but ordinary.