[sinkspur]

Can. 1226 The term private chapel means a place which, by permission of the local Ordinary, is set aside for divine worship, for the convenience of one or more individuals.

Can. 1227 Bishops can set up for their own use a private chapel which enjoys the same rights as an oratory.

Can. 1228 Without prejudice to the provision of Can. 1227, the permission of the local Ordinary is required for the celebration of Mass and of other sacred functions in any private chapel.

Please point out specific examples where John Paul II has given permission for local, private chapels to be established outside the jurisdiction of the local bishop.

[Siobhan]

Pointing out things done in pectore or for the relief of the faithful is not something I will do for you, sinkspur. Write the Holy Father or Msgr Dziwisz and inquire for yourself. Since you point out that john doesn't need a den mother, I imagine you don't need my assistance either.

[rogator]

With respect to the jurisdicional problems, wouldn't the principle of Ecclesia Supplet apply and assure validity?