Canon Law Seminar for Clergy Held in Chikmagalur, Karnataka

Chikmagalur, Karnataka, Aug. 29, 2025:

The Canon Law Desk of the Diocese of Chikmagalur organized a Canon Law Seminar for the clergy on August 28, 2025, at Spoorthi Sadana, the Diocesan Pastoral Centre. The programme was held to enhance the participants' understanding of pastoral and judicial responsibilities in tribunal ministry. The seminar addressed the theme “Pastoral and Judicial Responsibilities of the Parish Priest in the Tribunal Ministry and Recent Developments and Normative Updates in Canonical Sanctions.”

Rev. Dr. T. Lourd Swamy, President of the Canon Law Society of India, served as the resource person for the seminar. He shared his expertise on the functioning of the Ecclesiastical Tribunal, highlighting the pivotal role of parish priests in initiating cases. He also elaborated on the recent amendments in canonical sanctions and their pastoral implications, ensuring that participants were informed about the latest developments in church law.

The interactive session enabled the clergy to seek clarifications on pastoral queries and deepen their understanding of Canon Law. The seminar proved enriching and insightful, equipping priests with updated knowledge to discharge their pastoral and judicial duties more effectively.

By Fr. Anil Lobo and Fr. Alwyn Joe,

Sneha Sudhe,

Commission for Communication and Media,

Chikmagalur Diocese