Pastors and People: A Summary of the Canon Law Affecting Parish Priests, Curates and the Laity, (Hardcover)

<p>"Pastors and People" is a comprehensive summary of Canon Law tailored for the practical needs of the Catholic clergy and the faithful. Written by Canon Magnin, this work serves as an accessible guide to the complex legal framework of the Church, specifically addressing the rights, duties, and obligations of parish priests, curates, and the laity. It bridges the gap between abstract ecclesiastical statutes and the daily life of a parish, providing a clear overview of the regulations governing religious life.</p><p>The book covers essential topics such as the administration of sacraments, the management of parish property, and the hierarchical relationships within the Church. By focusing on the practical application of the Code of Canon Law, "Pastors and People" provides clarity on the legal interactions between the hierarchy and the people they serve. It remains a valuable historical resource for understanding the governance of the Catholic Church and the evolution of its pastoral regulations. This summary is designed to be a functional reference, ensuring that both the clergy and the laity understand their respective roles and responsibilities within the ecclesiastical community.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Pastors and People: A Summary of the Canon Law Affecting Parish Priests, Curates and the Laity, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025893747
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 218