Decree Promulgating Parish Boundaries Whereas throughout the world the Latin Church, in accord with ancient Roman law, is divided into territorial areas which are governed by a diocesan bishop or an equivalent in law (Code of Canon Law, canon 372 §1); Whereas dioceses too are divided into distinct parts called “parishes,” which are ordinarily territorial […]
Norms for Parish Pastoral Councils in the Diocese of Honolulu
DECREE Promulgating Norms for Parish Pastoral Councils With this decree, I hereby promulgate norms, in accord with canon 536 §1 of the Code of Canon Law, that govern parish pastoral councils. I consulted with the Presbyteral Council regarding the requirement of mandating a pastoral council in each parish. These norms take effect immediately, but each […]