Ad tuendam fidem
Ad tuendam fidem (English: To Protect the Faith) is an apostolic letter of Pope John Paul II issued motu proprio on May 18, 1998. The apostolic letter modified the Oriental and Latin codes of canon law specifying the form of profession of faith to be made by ministers of the Church before assuming office.
Ad tuendam fidem Latin for 'To Protect the Faith' Apostolic constitution of Pope John Paul II | |
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Signature date | 18 May 1998 |
Subject | Profession of faith |
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