A decree by the Sacred Congregation of the Consistory was A remotissima, of 31 December 1909. The Third Plenary Council of Baltimore required a bishop to visit every part of his diocese at least once every three years, not only that he may administer the sacrament of Confirmation, but likewise that he may know his people.
A significant ruling by the Sacred Congregation of the Consistory was issued on 31 December 1909. The Third Plenary Council of Baltimore mandated that bishops conduct regular visits to their diocese, not only to administer Confirmation, but also to gain a deeper understanding of their flock.