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Critics charged that the code, which called for respecting the "coming-out" of homosexuals and restricting "sweeping negative assessments" based on sexual orientation, was an attempt to introduce progressive, "LGBT ideology".

In November 2022, Bonnemain announced he would not replace the diocese's exorcist, stating that cases usually require psychological help rather than spiritual exorcism, a move hailed by some as progressive but criticized by traditionalists. 3. Contextualizing "Another Departure" (2022-2023) 2022---Another-departure-because-of-Bishop-Bonnemain

The 2022 "departures" often cited in conjunction with Bishop Bonnemain are part of a broader, ongoing crisis of credibility in the Swiss Church regarding abuse handling and theological, rather than purely political, rifts. Critics charged that the code, which called for

A major controversy occurred in August 2022, when a female parish leader appeared to "concelebrate" Mass alongside a priest, a scene that went viral. The August 2022 incident involved popular parish leader

In addition to the code of conduct, 2022 saw several instances where Bonnemain was caught between progressive demands and conservative backlash.

The August 2022 incident involved popular parish leader Monika Schmid, who left her position amid this brewing conflict, highlighting the strain on pastoral workers in the region.