Office of Canonical Affairs and the Tribunal
Canon law plays a larger role in our day-to-day activities than many Catholics realize, guiding us towards unity and harmony with our Mother Church. The Office of Canonical Affairs is here to help you learn more about the role of canon law in your life, and find answers to common questions concerning marriage, ascription, and other aspects of sacramental living. The Office of the Tribunal is an ecclesiastical court that deals with matters of canon law.
Regular office hours are Monday – Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In cases of office closings, the Tribunal follows the Federal Government schedule.
Please remember that in order to begin the process of annulment, consultation with your local parish priest or deacon should occur before filling out paperwork.
Office of the Tribunal
The Office of the Tribunal is an ecclesiastical court primarily dealing with marriage nullity cases.
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Office of Canonical Affairs
The Office of Canonical Affairs assists the Catholic faithful with canonical guidance.
Our Staff
Rev. Monsignor Robert J. Rippy,
J.C.L.
Judicial Vicar
Reverend Thomas P. Ferguson,
J.C.L.
Judge
Mrs. Joyce MacDonald,
J.C.L.
Judge
Mrs. Tara McIntosh,
J.C.L.
Judge
Reverend William B. Schardt,
J.C.L.
Judge
Reverend David A. Whitestone,
J.C.L.
Judge
Rev. Monsignor Lee Roos,
J.C.L.
Promoter of Justice
Reverend Paul Berghout,
J.C.L.
Defender of the Bond
Reverend John F. Heisler,
J.C.L.
Defender of the Bond
Reverend Edward R. Horkan,
J.C.L.
Defender of the Bond
Reverend Donald J. Planty,
J.C.D.
Defender of the Bond
Reverend Edwin Seh,
J.C.L.
Defender of the Bond
Reverend Steven G. Oetjen,
J.C.L.
Respondent Advocate
Reverend
Christopher Hayes
Respondent Advocate
Christina Sanchez
Ecclesiastical Notary
John L. Scott, III
Ecclesiastical Notary
Tony Exley
Administrative Assistant
Alyssa Morales
Administrative Assistant
