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42. Since pastoral needs require more and more that some pastoral
undertakings be directed and carried forward as joint projects, it is
fitting that certain offices be created for the service of all or many
dioceses of a determined region or nation. These offices can be filled
by bishops.
This sacred synod recommends that between the prelates or bishops
serving in these offices and the diocesan bishops and the episcopal
conferences, there exist always fraternal association and harmonious
cooperation in the expression of pastoral concern.
These relationships should also be clearly defined by common law.
43. Since, because of the unique conditions of their way of life,
the spiritual care of military personnel requires special
consideration, there should be established in every nation, if
possible, a military vicariate. Both the military vicar and the
chaplains should devote themselves unsparingly to this difficult work in
complete cooperation with the diocesan bishops.[37]
Diocesan bishops should release to the military vicar a sufficient
number of priests who are qualified for this serious work. At the same
time they should promote all endeavors which will improve the spiritual
welfare of military personnel.[38]
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