scholarly journals Reception of Vatican Council II Decrees and the Choice of Godparents in the Latin Church

2019 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
pp. 141-152
Author(s):  
Tomasz Jakubiak
Keyword(s):  
Legal System ◽  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
Code Of Canon Law ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
Latin Church ◽  
The Catholic Church

The nature of tasks facing godparents in the Catholic Church seems to substantiate the view that affiliation to a non-Catholic Church or community renders one incapable of being entrusted with the role of a godparent in the Catholic Church. Such possibility is not provided for in the Code of Canon Law. Considering numerous doubts concerning the matter, it is necessary to identify criteria to be used on the ecumenical plane when entrusting non-Catholics with the role of a witness or godparent. In view of the above, the goal of analyses performed for the purposes of this article was to identify norms in the legal system of the Catholic Church (in particular Latin Church) which provide for the possibility of Christians who are not members of the Catholic community to be admitted to the role of godparents or witnesses at baptism.

scholarly journals The Role of the Altar and Tabernacle in the Catholic Church Interior in the Light of Post-conciliar Recommendations and Architectural Arrangement of the Church Interior

2021 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 250-277
Author(s):  
Mirosław Bogdan
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Vatican Ii ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
Code Of Canon Law ◽  
Community Of Faith ◽  
Liturgical Renewal ◽  
The Aesthetic ◽  
The Church ◽  
The Catholic Church

The article defines the role of the altar and tabernacle in the contemporary architectural sacred interior treated as domus ecclesiae, designed to fulfill liturgical functions in accordance with the post-conciliar renewal of Vatican II. The article takes into account the problem of celebrating Holy Mass. by the celebrant with his back to the tabernacle located centrally behind the post-conciliar altar. With reference to the irreversibility of the liturgical renewal, apart from the ordinary form of the Roman rite, the existence of the extraordinary (Tridentine) form of this rite, also accepted by Vatican II, is taken into account.  By presenting the presence of the post-conciliar altar brought closer to the zone of the faithful, the meaning of the Code of Canon Law is defined. The article, defining the irreversibility of the liturgical renewal, presents the location of the tabernacle separated from the altar, built architecturally in the nave or chapel of the church. At the same time, the aesthetic beauty of the liturgical interior furnishings is determined, when all this exists in accordance with the post-conciliar ordinances and serves to build a community of faith.

scholarly journals The Role of Canon Law in the Ecumenical Venture: a Roman Catholic Perspective

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brendan Leahy
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
50Th Anniversary ◽  
Roman Catholic ◽  
Wide Scope ◽  
Second Vatican Council ◽  
Code Of Canon Law ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
Catholic Perspective

One of the main goals of the Second Vatican Council (the 50th anniversary of whose opening will be celebrated in 2012) was the unity of all Christians. Not least among its achievements was the fact that it launched the Catholic Church into the Ecumenical Movement and also paved the way for a global revision of the Church's Code of Canon Law. This article reflects from a Roman Catholic perspective on aspects to do with canon law and ecumenism. It does so in the light of the Council's teaching and reception. Conciliar hermeneutics and questions left open at the Council are considered. In conclusion, the author suggests that greater attention to the Church's charismatic principle and missionary mandate underlined at the Council offers wide scope for continuing exploration among Anglican and Roman Catholic canonists in the cause of unity.

scholarly journals Pedagogia Prymasa Tysiąclecia Kardynała Stefana Wyszyńskiego

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 19-35
Author(s):  
Bogusław Śliwerski
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Left Wing ◽  
Second Vatican Council ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
The Catholic Church

Pedagogy of the Primate of the Millennium, Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński An analysis of source texts and selected biographical studies of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński was carried out from the perspectives of the processes of secularization taking place in Poland in the year AD 2020, the radical attacks of left-wing politicians on the Catholic Church and its relationship with the current governing coalition known as the United Right [Zjednoczona Prawica]. This strikes at the foundations of the Second Vatican Council and the role of the Polish Church in regaining the nation’s freedom from socialist domination in 1989. The author therefore recalls not only the exceptional merits of the Polish Primate during the period of totalitarianism of the „People’s Poland” [Polska Ludowa], but also his message to educator-practitioners, parents, and scientists.

Mixed Marriages: Conversations in Theology, Ecumenism, Canon Law and Pastoral Practice

2005 ◽  
Vol 8 (37) ◽  
pp. 121-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
John McAreavey
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
The United States ◽  
World Federation ◽  
Code Of Canon Law ◽  
Mixed Marriages ◽  
Catholic Faith ◽  
The World ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Catholic Church

This paper traces the developments in the Catholic law on mixed marriages beginning with an outline of the canonical provisions that were in force prior to the Second Vatican Council. The impact of the Council teaching on ecumenism and religious freedom became apparent with the promulgation of Matrimonii sacramentum (1966), Crescens matrimoniorum (1967) and Matrimonia mixta (1970). These documents put the legislation on mixed marriages on a new footing and provided the basis for the legislation of the 1983 Code of Canon Law. Bishop McAreavey analyses various ecumenical dialogues on mixed marriages: ARCIC, the dialogue between the Lutheran World Federation, the World Alliance of Reformed Churches and the Catholic Church, and ongoing dialogues between the Methodist Church and the Orthodox Church (primarily in the United States) and the Catholic Church. He notes in particular what those discussions have to say on the issue of ‘the promises’ and canonical form and comments on the provisions of the 1983 Code of Canon Law on mixed marriages. He considers the basis of the commitment required of the Catholic party ‘to remove dangers of defecting from the faith’ and the commitment ‘to do all in his or her power in order that all the children be baptised and brought up in the Catholic faith’. He accepts the view of Fr Navarrete that whereas the former obligation is of divine law the latter obligation goes no further than ‘to do his or her best’ (pro viribus in the Latin phrase). In the final section, he reflects on the pastoral impact of developments in the canon law regarding mixed marriages, noting the statements of the World Gatherings of Interchurch Families in Geneva (1998) and in Rome (2003).

scholarly journals Troska biskupa Czesława Domina o wiernych świeckich w świetle dekretów powizytacyjnych parafii diecezji koszalińsko-kołobrzeskiej

2007 ◽  
Vol 50 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 3-26
Author(s):  
Kazimierz Dullak
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Pastoral Care ◽  
Religious Education ◽  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
Married Couples ◽  
Pastoral Work ◽  
Lay People ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
The Catholic Church

The Canon Law Code which is obliging within the Catholic Church, obliges the diocesan bishop to pay pastoral visits within his diocese (can. 396 § 1). The Vatican Council II points out that the bishops should run the particular churches entrusted to them, by counsels, encouragem ents and example, and that they should do it by the power of their authority (LG 27). During his 4-year pastoral work in the diocese of Koszalin and Kolobrzeg, bishop Czeslaw Domin visited 55 parishes. In each one of them he was concerned not only about the priests, but also lay people, and especially their spiritual lives. Bishop Domin was undertaking some actions aimed to revive charity activities within the parishes. Also, he was encouraging pastoral care for married couples and families, and tried to change things concerning religious education in public schools. He was always encouraging parishioners to be more active in different church activities.

scholarly journals A Comparative Observation: “Kanun” as a Legal and Ethical-Religious System and Today’s Legislation

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 131
Author(s):  
Alket Aliu
Keyword(s):  
Legal System ◽  
Catholic Church ◽  
Family Law ◽  
Customary Law ◽  
Religious System ◽  
Subjective Aspect ◽  
Comparative Observation ◽  
The Catholic Church

How do the characteristic norms of civil, criminal and family law combine with the ethical-moral and religious norms of the Kanun of Lekë Dukagjini. The subjective aspect which makes them binding and the differentiation with customs based on today’s juridical doctrine. Why did the Kanun’s norms make up the legal system of the period? The origin of sanctions and how they started to be incorporated into the customary law of Northern Albania. The role of the Catholic Church on the canonical norms and their application by using instruments which were provided by customary law.   Received: 5 February 2021 / Accepted: 10 April 2021 / Published: 17 May 2021

scholarly journals Peran Maria Sebagai Bunda dan Guru Imamat dalam Pembinaan Imam di Era Revolusi 4.0

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-51
Author(s):  
Saferinus Njo
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Second Vatican Council ◽  
Pastoral Work ◽  
Priestly Formation ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
Priestly Ministry ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The Catholic Church

Abstrak Pembinaan imam merupakan elemen penting dalam Gereja Katolik karena imam menjadi instrumen hidup karya keselamatan serentak berada di garis terdepan karya pastoral Gereja. Dalam konteks hidup yang selalu berubah dan berkembang, para imam dituntut untuk menyerupai Kristus, Kepala dan Gembala. Kehadiran dan peran Maria dalam pembinaan imam selalu aktual sepanjang masa. Sebab ada hubungan esensial antara Maria, Bunda Yesus dan imamat pelayanan Sang Putra, berdasarkan relasi keibuan ilahi Maria dan Imamat Kristus. Teladan Maria sebagai bunda, model dan guru ini direfleksikan dan ditandaskan dalam dokumen-dokumen sejak Konsili Vatikan II yang berbicara mengenai pembinaan imam. Artikel ini merupakan refleksi atas kehadiran dan peran Maria dalam pembinaan imam khususnya dalam era revolusi 4.0 berdasarkan dokumen-dokumen tersebut. Abstract Formation of priests is an important element in the Catholic Church because priests become living instruments of salvation while being at the forefront of pastoral work. In the context of a life that is always changing and developing, priests are required to resemble Christ, the Head and the Shepherd. Mary's presence and role in the formation of priests have always been a reality throughout the ages. Because there is an essential relationship between Mary, the Mother of Jesus and the priestly ministry of her Son, based on the relationship between Mary's divine motherhood and the Priesthood of Christ. Mary's example as a mother, model and teacher has been reflected upon and emphasized since the Second Vatican Council in documents dealing with priestly formation. This article is a reflection on the presence and role of Mary in the formation of priests, especially in the era of revolution 4.0 based on these documents.

scholarly journals Cross-Border Flow of Personal Data in the Context of Emigration of the Faithful of the Catholic Church from Poland

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-149
Author(s):  
Piotr Kroczek
Keyword(s):  
Data Processing ◽  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
Personal Data ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Supervisory Authority ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Data Controller ◽  
The Catholic Church

The increased emigration of Poles has caused numerous problems of legal and canonical nature, also relating to the activity of the Catholic Church. The article concerns the cross-border processing of personal data carried out by the Catholic Church entities in the context of the emigration of the faithful. Processing of the data of believers takes place, for example, in the formalities related to preparation for entering marriage. From the point of view of canon law the article deals with such issues as: the legality of the process of cross-border data processing, the obligations of the data controller carrying out such a process and the role of the supervisory authority.

The Use of the Term ‘Pastoral’ in the 1983 Code of Canon Law with Reference to the 1917 Code

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 173-184
Author(s):  
James Campbell
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
Roman Catholic ◽  
Roman Catholic Church ◽  
Code Of Canon Law ◽  
Ecclesiastical Law ◽  
The Law ◽  
Latin Church

This article compares the use of the term ‘pastoral’ in the canon law of the Western Latin Church as it occurred in the 1917 Pio-Benedictine Code of Canon Law and then in the revised Code of 1983. This is because the revised Code increased the use of the term ‘pastoral’ and I wish to see if its meaning had changed and, if so, in what way. Hence, the article considers how ‘pastoral’ occurred in the 1917 Code and then in the equivalent canons in the 1983 Code. There follows comparison with the earlier canons, which were sources for the 1983 canons to see if the term has changed in meaning and, if so, what that change is. I am interested to track the use of ‘pastoral’ because it has become ubiquitous in the churches and in society and has different meanings and expectations associated with it. As far as canon law and ecclesiastical law generally are concerned, it is interesting to consider how the term is used and this article is a contribution to an understanding of ‘pastoral’ in the law of the Roman Catholic Church.

Human Person in the Code of Canon Law of John Paul II

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-19
Author(s):  
Stanislav Přibyl
Keyword(s):  
Catholic Church ◽  
Canon Law ◽  
Human Person ◽  
Social Rights ◽  
Second Vatican Council ◽  
Code Of Canon Law ◽  
John Paul Ii ◽  
Legal Standing ◽  
Vatican Council ◽  
The Given

The Code of Canon Law, promulgated by John Paul II in 1983, is a synthesis of the earlier 1917 Code and the doctrine of the Second Vatican Council. The Code contains norms which go well beyond a reform of the inner legal relations within the Catholic Church. A lot of them deal with the value and dignity of the human person, which shows a clear impact of the pontificate of John Paul II, who put a lot of emphasis on the given issue. The article discusses the fields of legal regulations in the Code which touch upon the issue of the human person, esp. freedom of religion, protection of unborn life, social rights, legal standing of women and the education of future generations. It points out the main difference between civil law (which also serves the dignity of the human person) and canon law, namely, the latter aims at the salvation of souls.

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