1966 Religion & Beliefs Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 16 Jan Harold R. Perry becomes second Black Catholic bishop in US: On January 16, 1966, Harold R. Perry was appointed as the second Black Catholic bishop in the United States. His appointment marked a significant milestone in the history of the Catholic Church in America, promoting diversity within its leadership. source: britannica.com
- 29 Apr Founding of the Church of Satan: The Church of Satan was founded on April 29, 1966, by Anton LaVey in San Francisco, California. This organization marked a significant moment in religious history, promoting a philosophy that emphasized individualism and self-indulgence, contrasting with traditional religious values. source: britannica.com
- 30 Apr Founding of the Church of Satan: On April 30, 1966, Anton Szandor LaVey founded the Church of Satan in San Francisco, California, declaring 1966 as the first year of the reign of Satan. The church was established on Walpurgisnacht, a traditional night associated with witches and the occult. source: britannica.com
- 23 May Pope Paul VI's papacy: Pope Paul VI was serving as the head of the Roman Catholic Church in May 1966, overseeing significant events and reforms within the Church during his papacy.
- 14 Jun Vatican abolishes Index of Prohibited Books: On June 14, 1966, the Vatican officially abolished the Index of Prohibited Books, a list of publications deemed heretical or contrary to morality. This decision marked a significant shift in the Catholic Church's approach to censorship and intellectual freedom. source: britannica.com
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