Canon Law
The Role of the Defender of the Bond in Marriage Annulments
Introduction Given my recent appointment as a Defender of the Bond, many people have asked me about the specifics of the role. So, I will Read more…
Canon Law
Marriage Nullity: Exploring its Contemporary Relevance
Introduction In this post, I discuss the question I am often asked as a canon lawyer: What is the point of seeking a declaration of Read more…
Guide to Canon Law
What is Canon Law?
Canon law is the rules and regulations of a Church. It contains procedures, rights and obligations of the Church’s members and other laws that support Read more…
Synod of Bishops
Synodal Paths: Should they be Compared?
Introduction In a previous blog post, the author briefly presented the Maltese Synodal Path. It was noted how different particular churches have different needs to Read more…
Synod of Bishops
The Maltese Synodal Path
Introduction In a previous post, synodality in the universal Church was discussed. In this post, the Maltese Synodal Path is explained in brief. The currently Read more…
Synod of Bishops
Synodality in the Universal Church
Introduction Although the term ‘synodality’ is relatively new, the concept is not as new as one might think. Coming from the Greek word synodos, meaning Read more…
Christianity
Our Lady of Sorrows: For Fully Fledged Mothers
In further pursuing my theology and canon law studies, I am often reminded that I am a woman. Done directly or indirectly, I often find Read more…
Catholicism
The Roman Curia: Some Historical Facts
We’ve heard the word ‘Roman Curia’ plenty of times yet most of us barely know the history behind it. In this blog post I discuss two important historical facts surrounding the Roman Curia which are the Lateran Treaty and how the name was coined.
Bible
Social Media Comments: The Modern Throwing Stones
Introduction I was always taught that the Bible is adaptable to any time; yes, even to our times. As Christians, it is up to us Read more…
Bible
The Notion of Imago Dei: Why do we create pictures of God when we already have His Image?
Often times you might have wondered how God looks like. We’ve seen pictures of what God might look like. Pedagogical pictures to assist the young Read more…