PRAEDICATE EVANGELIUM: The Apostolic Constitution on the Roman Curia and its Service to the Church in the World

• ISBN: 9789392340222
• Author: Pope Francis
• Pages: 144
• Format/Edition: Paperback
• Weight: 0.13 kg
• Dimensions: 18 × 12 × 1 cm

Description:
Pope Francis' document Praedicate Evangelium (Preach the Gospel) presents a significant reform of the Roman Curia, outlining the structural and procedural changes in the Vatican. The new constitution, which replaced the previous one (Pastor bonus), was published on March 19, 2022, and became effective on June 5, 2022. The reform introduces a reorganization of the Vatican's departments, now renamed 'dicasteries,' and sets forth 11 guiding principles that define the goals of this reform. The Constitution emphasizes the equality of the various departments and aims to streamline the Vatican's administration, making it more effective in fulfilling its mission of evangelization and doctrinal teaching. This important document is a product of nearly nine years of deliberation and represents a key milestone in the Church’s ongoing efforts to modernize and respond to contemporary needs.

Key Features:

• Roman Curia Reform: Describes the reorganization of Vatican departments into 16 dicasteries.
• Guiding Principles: Lists the 11 principles that define the goals of the reform.
• Impact of Pope Francis' Leadership: Reflects Pope Francis’ vision for a more effective Vatican structure.
• Historical Significance: Marks a key change in Vatican law, replacing Pastor bonus with Praedicate Evangelium.

Who Should Read This Book:

• Church Leaders and Clergy: To understand the structural changes within the Vatican and how they affect the broader Church.
• Theologians and Ecclesiastical Scholars: Those studying ecclesiastical law and governance.
• Catholic Faithful: To gain insights into the reforms Pope Francis has implemented in the Vatican.
• Vatican Observers and Journalists: For those covering the latest developments within the Vatican.