Arzobispado de Valencia

The Arzobispado de Valencia (Archbishopric of Valencia) is the archdiocese responsible for the Catholic Church's administration and religious affairs within the Valencia region of Spain. While the provided articles don't directly mention the Arzobispado, the Semana Santa (Holy Week) celebrations fall under its general purview. The Arzobispado is indirectly newsworthy due to the controversy surrounding the Semana Santa in Sagunto, specifically the Cofradía de la Purísima Sangre's (Brotherhood of the Most Pure Blood) refusal to allow women to participate in processions. This has led the Spanish government to initiate proceedings to revoke the festival's designation as a Fiesta de Interés Turístico Nacional (Festival of National Tourist Interest). The mayor of Sagunto is calling for changes to include women, highlighting the need for courage in addressing this issue. The Arzobispado's position on this specific matter isn't explicitly stated in these articles, but as the governing body for the Catholic Church in the region, its stance holds significant relevance to the ongoing debate and potential resolution.