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Tag Archives: Catholic
The Validity of the Upcoming Conclave
Q: Perhaps you could offer some insight on the issue of the maximum number of electors allowed in a Papal Conclave. It seems clear from the Apostolic Constitution Universi Dominci Gregis that the maximum number of electors is 120. Yet, … Continue reading
Did Pope Francis Already Write a Resignation Letter?
Q: In light of the Holy Father’s present illness, I found an article online which was written a few years ago. It says that Pope Francis told an interviewer in 2013 that he had already written a resignation letter and … Continue reading
Posted in The Pope
Tagged canon law, Catholic, impeded, Pope Francis, resignation, vacant see
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When Does a Custom Have the Force of Law?
Q1: When the bishop in a diocese allows the faithful to receive Communion in the hand or on the tongue, can a priest, who objects on the grounds of conscience, refuse to give the faithful holy Communion in the hand? … Continue reading
Posted in Holy Mass, Other Canonical Questions
Tagged canon law, Catholic, Communion in the hand, Communion on the tongue, custom, Mass
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Taking a Pastor’s Responsibilities Into Your Own Hands
Q1: I am a theology teacher at a Catholic diocesan high school. I have non-Catholic students that are wanting to join the Church. My initial thought is that these students need to join a local parish and ask the pastor … Continue reading
Posted in Clergy Issues, Parish Life
Tagged canon law, catechism, Catholic, holy communion, pastor
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Canon Law and Baptismal Records
Q1: Is a parish required to register an emergency baptism conferred by a layman? Thanks. –Rimsky Q2: I have a question that I’m hoping you can help me with. Is it possible to baptize an infant at a parish located … Continue reading
Posted in Baptism, Sacraments
Tagged baptism, baptismal records, canon law, Catholic, registry, sacrament
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