As the All Things New pastoral planning process moves forward, many parishioners have shared thoughtful questions and concerns. To help bring clarity and context, Father Crane offers insight into some of the most frequently asked questions.
On Canon Law with Father Crane: Answering some FAQs regarding All Things New
Change in the Church: ‘We never did it that way before’
Far from static, the Church adapts through law and discernment while remaining faithful to her mission.
Father Crane explains the Committee for the Affirmation of Plans
As proposals are coming in to the CAP, Father Crane sheds some light on the process.
On Canon Law with Father Crane: The call to walk with, not ahead of
Even when a decision must be made, true leadership in the Church demands consultation — not for consent, but to ensure those affected are seen, heard, and given the dignity of being part of the journey.
Father Crane: A law for love
A lot of the Church’s law about marriage reflects truths about marriage that hold for all human beings, and those laws apply to all human beings. However, not all of the Church’s marriage laws apply to all people.
Father Crane: Grief has a place
In times of unavoidable grief and loss, the Church establishes good, sensitive rules and processes for handling these delicate, powerful moments.
On Canon Law with Father Crane: Extend grace as you consider priests’ unique duties and burdens
The assumption of one parish, meeting at one church, served by one pastor simply doesn’t exist for the roughly 50 priests in parochial assignments in the diocese.
On Canon Law with Father Crane: What do you get as a gift for the One who created all things?
Book V of the 1983 Code of Canon Law is about temporal goods, the money and other material stuff that the Church may acquire, retain, administer and sell.