Canon Law : Introduction B

lreli1294  2024-2025  Louvain-la-Neuve

Canon Law : Introduction B
2.00 credits
15.0 h
Q2

This biannual learning unit is being organized in 2024-2025
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
  • (Fundamental) Rights of faithful 
Teaching methods
The teaching is based on a portfolio of readings.
Hybrid modalities for online teaching are possible.
The course is grouped on two Saturdays in February.
Evaluation methods
The evaluation of the course is done through a written synthesis of the course, based on a selection of readings. 20% of the points are attributed to the quality of the bibliography collected on the chosen theme.
The same modalities are applied for 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


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

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