The Catholic Morning Show

How Canon Law Shapes the Liturgical Year - Adam Storey - 02/19/2026

Episode Summary

Canon lawyer Adam Storey explains how the Church’s liturgical calendar isn’t random — it’s rooted in canon law and designed to guide Catholics year after year into deeper encounter with Christ.

Episode Notes

Adam Storey, canon lawyer for the Diocese of Des Moines, discusses:

• Why the liturgical year is part of Church law
• How law organizes worship for the good of the faithful
• The difference between liturgical law and sacramental law
• Why Lent’s disciplines help orient our hearts toward grace
• How Church structure supports spiritual growth

A fascinating look at the spiritual purpose behind the Church’s calendar.

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