Introduction 39 8) To make the formulas of Renunciation richer and more forceful (cf. nos. 70-72). In the United States, the norm is that the formulas should not be adapted, though the Diocesan Bishop has discretion to permit it in the Rite for Entrance into the Catechumenate and at the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation (cf. no. 224) for catechumens from cultures where false worship is widespread. V Matters Pertaining to the Bishop 34. The Bishop can, for his own diocese: 1) Establish instruction for the catechumenate and decide on appropriate norms as necessary (cf. no. 12). 2) When appropriate, decide whether and when the Order of Initiation can be celebrated at other times (cf. no. 26). 3) Dispense from one Scrutiny in view of serious impediments or even, in exceptional circumstances, from two (cf. no. 331). 4) Permit that the Simpler Rite be used partially or entirely (cf. no. 331). 5) Depute catechists, truly worthy and suitably prepared, to celebrate the Minor Exorcisms and Blessings (cf. nos. 12 and 16). 6) Preside at the Rite of “Election” and make a judgment, either personally or through a delegate, on the admission of the elect (cf. no. 12). 7) Stipulate the requisite age for godparents, in keeping with the provisions of law14 (cf. Christian Initiation, General Introduction, no. 10.2). 14 Cf. Code of Canon Law, can. 874, §1, 2º. 68
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