Teaching of religion in the Code of Canon Law of 1983 and in the Polish Concordat of 1993 Cover Image

Nauczanie religii w Kodeksie Prawa Kanonicznego z 1983 r. i w polskim Konkordacie z 1993 r.
Teaching of religion in the Code of Canon Law of 1983 and in the Polish Concordat of 1993

Author(s): Aleksandra Zonik
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe KUL & Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: missio canonica; religious education; teaching of religion in the Code of Canon Law of 1983; teaching of religion in the Polish Concordat of 1993; katechizacja; nauczanie religii w Kodeksie Prawa Kanonicznego z 1983 r.

Summary/Abstract: Teaching is one of the main objectives of the Church. Both, the canons of the Code of Canon Law Pope John Paul II and the regulations contained in the Concordat of 1993 emphasize the goal of catechesis which is, action to strenghten the faith of God’s people. Development of young people in the spirit of Christian doctrine together with respect for universal principles of ethics must be carried out by the people, who are suitably prepared for this task. Selection of candidates for the post of religion’s teacher should be very careful. The person applying for the position of catechist must have a special authorization, so-called missio canonica. This authorization is granted by the diocesan bishop. Missio canonica can be reversed.

  • Issue Year: 1/2012
  • Issue No: 1 (14)
  • Page Range: 167-177
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: Polish