Disclaimer

The information contained on this website is intended to offer ONLY basic canonical information. There is no intention to provide the complete information that should or could be applied to a particular situation in which one finds oneself. Each case or situation is unique and many variables can enter into the appropriate course of action. One may also find that there may be different interpretations that may be provided for a particular situation.

We will regularly post brief answers to questions we have received as well as short articles written on various Canon Law topics. None of the articles or answers posted on this website are intended to be the "final" or "definitive" answer on a topic. Rather, they are intended to provide a short, accurate and understandable response to questions or concerns that many have. Those wishing more in depth or "scholarly" types of articles are directed to publications such as The Jurist or Studia canonica.

Canonical Opinions present something of a position paper on a canonical topic. These canonical opinions provide a carefully considered and argued understanding and application of Church law about a particular matter in order to advance the work of canon law today. These Canonical Opinions represent the viewpoint of Canon Law Professionals regarding particular issues in the canonical system. As in any discussion among practicing canonists, further learned conversation develops knowledge, wisdom, and prudence. Salvo iudicio meliore…

Opinions, Articles and Answers

The following links provide opinions and articles written by members of Canon Law Professionals. There are also short answers to various questions that we have been asked. None of these items are intended to provide THE definitive answer. Rather they are attempts to provide information in a relatively simple and straightforward manner. For those wishing more in-depth information, please feel free to contact us at info@canonlawprofessionals.com.

Abortions

Canon 1673.3

Canon Law and Common Law

Function and Purpose of the Tribunal

Single Parent Families

What is the difference between a Catholic Marriage and a Christian Marriage?

What makes a Catholic?

Why use a Tribunal?

When Can An Advocate Be Appointed In A Penal Process

Those wishing in depth or scholarly articles as well as current documentation are directed to publications such as --

The Jurist

Studia canonica

Monitor Ecclesiasticus

L'Osservatore Romano

Origins