If you read this newsletter and have an interest in MPJPs then you probably should own a copy of the Church Administration Handbook.
The Church Administration Handbook (2018) was written by Fr Brian Lucas, Fr Peter Slack and Mr Bill d’Apice. The authors have extensive theoretical and practical knowledge from a wide range of Church structures, including MPJPs.
The book provides both an overview of the theological/ecclesial background to different bodies and activities in Church administration as well as practical information.
In the book’s introduction they says:
This is not a book that is meant to be read from cover to cover. It is intended as a reference resource that… would sit within easy reach of those who have a role in managing the church’s temporal affairs.
The table of contents gives a good indication of the breadth of issues covered:
- Understanding the Church: Its meaning
- Understanding the Church: Its membership
- Understanding the Church: its mission
- Canon Law
- Juridic Persons
- Organisations
- The Universal Church
- Episcopal Conferences
- Provinces of Bishops
- The Particular Church
- Parishes
- Parish Ministry
- The Administration of Temporal Goods
- The Relationship between Canon Law and Civil Law
- Statutory Trustees of Church Bodies
- Specific Areas of Civil Law
- Managing Documentation
- Working with others
You can order the Church Administration Handbook (2nd Edition) online at www.stpauls.com.au for $49.95.