The New Canon Law Society of South Africa

Canon lawyers and tribunal personnel from several countries of Southern Africa, gathered for a canon law colloquium at St. Augustine College in Johannesburg May 8- 11, founded a new Roman Catholic association of the faithful, the Canon Law Society of Southern Africa. The purpose of the Society is principally to promote the continuing education of its members and of others attending the Society's annual convention. The first official convention of the new society will take place June 4-7, 2007 in Marianhill, near Durban, South Africa, with Francis M. Morrisey as principal speaker on matters of procedural law.

Membership in the Society is open to qualified Catholics from any part of the world who have an interest in canon law and its practice. Full members of the Society must have an academic degree in canon law or theology, or equivalent studies. Associate membership is open to students preparing for a degree in canon law or theology as well as to persons who have experience in tribunal practice or church administration. The annual subscription is 100 rands, or $20 US. Inquiries about membership application should be directed to the Secretary-Treasurer, Msgr. Marc DeMuelenaere (msgrmarc@mweb.co.za).