Legates of the Roman Pontiff Flashcards
1
Q
types of Legates
A
Apostolic delegate
nuncio
pro-noncio
internuncio
2
Q
what is an apostolic delegate?
A
he serves particular churches only
3
Q
what is a nuncio
A
serves the church and state, also ambassador/dean of diplomatic corps)
4
Q
What is a pro nuncio
A
to church and state, ambassador but not a dean
5
Q
What is an internuncio
A
he is prior to the establishment of diplomatic relations, also to church and state, but not an ambassador or dean.
6
Q
Which canon spells out the role for all legates?
A
Can 364
7
Q
what canon spells out the role of nuncios and similar legates?
A
Can 365
8
Q
which canon spells out the privileges legates have?
A
can 366
9
Q
does a legate cease office when the Apostolic See is vacant?
A
no
