Canon Law : Introduction A

lreli1293  2023-2024  Louvain-la-Neuve

Canon Law : Introduction A
2.00 credits
15.0 h
Q2

This biannual learning unit is being organized in 2023-2024
Teacher(s)
Christians Louis-Léon;
Language
French
Content
An introductory course in canon law from a theological perspective, challenged by a pragmatic ecclesiology. A theology of canon law based on a commentary on De omnium christifidelium obligationibus et iuribus (Codex 1983).
This course will be the occasion for brief introductory excursuses :
  • The importance of history for canon law
  • Major conceptual elements: the main areas of contemporary canon law
  • The Code of Canon Law 1983: conception and structure
  • Theologies of canon law: between law, pastoral care and theology
Teaching methods
Teaching is based on a portfolio of readings.
Hybrid modalities for synchronous online teaching are possible.
The course is grouped over two Saturdays in February.
Evaluation methods
Written exam in essay format. A list of questions is provided at the end of the course. The exam consists of a theoretical question and a practical case study.
The same arrangements apply to the September session.
Online resources
see the moodle website of the course
Bibliography
1. Un portefeuille d'articles constitue le support principal : cfr le moodle du cours.
2. Un manuel de référence : L. GEROSA, Le droit de l'Église. Manuel de théologie catholique, Luxembourg, Saint-Paul, Paris, Le Cerf, 1998
3. Les étudiants devront disposer d'une version papier ou électronique du code de droit canonique
Faculty or entity
TEBI


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Bachelor in religious studies