191. Manifestations of the spirituality of canon law: The first principle that influenced the 1983 Code
The first principle contributes to the spirituality of canon law in safeguarding the obligations and rights of Christ’s faithful.
The first principle contributes to the spirituality of canon law in safeguarding the obligations and rights of Christ’s faithful.
Those who ONLY and EXCLUSIVELY seek to please their superiors will continue to be overburdened with the weaknesses of superiors, which affects how the superiors make and interpret the law.
Why do we obey Church laws? To avoid punishment from the superior, to be praised, or to do the will of God as we journey towards holiness?
The spirituality of canon law asks: Does a law that ought to promote order and discipline in the ecclesial society also seek to promote holiness and holistic salvation of the souls of the legislator as well as the recipients of the law?