Acta Apostolicae Sedis

Acta Apostolicae Sedis

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Cover of the 1909 edition of Acta Apostolicae Sedis

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Discipline	Canon law, Catholic Church
Language	Latin
Edited by
Publisher	Holy See (Vatican City)
History	1909–present
Frequency	Monthly
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Acta Apostolicae Sedis (AAS) is the official gazette of the Holy See, serving as the primary means of promulgating official documents of the Catholic Church. It was established by Pope Pius X on 29 September 1908, and the first issue was published in January 1909. The journal is published monthly in Latin, the official language of the Holy See.

History

Before the establishment of Acta Apostolicae Sedis, the official documents of the Holy See were published in a variety of different formats and locations. The need for a centralized and consistent publication led to the creation of AAS. The journal replaced the earlier Acta Sanctae Sedis, which had been published from 1865 to 1908 but did not have official status.

Content

Acta Apostolicae Sedis includes a wide range of documents, such as:

• Papal encyclicals
• Apostolic letters
• Motu proprio
• Decrees of the Roman Curia
• Canon law decisions
• Official appointments and resignations

The publication of a document in AAS is considered an official promulgation, making the document legally binding within the Church.

Importance

The publication of documents in Acta Apostolicae Sedis is crucial for the legal and administrative functioning of the Catholic Church. It ensures that all members of the Church, including clergy and laypeople, have access to the official teachings and decisions of the Holy See. The journal is an essential resource for canon lawyers, theologians, and historians studying the development of Church doctrine and governance.

Accessibility

Acta Apostolicae Sedis is available in print and online. The Vatican website provides access to digital copies of the journal, allowing for broader dissemination and easier access to its contents.

Also see

• Canon law (Catholic Church)
• Roman Curia
• Papal encyclical
• Holy See
• Vatican City