Africae Munus

On the Church in Africa in Service to Reconciliation, Justice and Peace

Benedict XVI2011-11-19Current

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Overview

Calls the Church in Africa to reconciliation, justice, peace, evangelization, family life, governance, and service to the vulnerable.

Why This Document Matters

It gives a practical ecclesial program for healing divisions and strengthening Christian witness in Africa.

Historical Context

Issued by Benedict XVI in 2011, this apostolic exhortation addresses the pastoral, doctrinal, or governing needs of its period while remaining part of the Church's continuing documentary tradition.

Authority and Status

Genre: Apostolic Exhortation
Authority class: Papal apostolic exhortation
Juridical force: Doctrinal and pastoral
Current status: Current
Promulgated: 2011-11-19

Authoritative papal pastoral and magisterial guidance; any cited definitive teaching retains its own proper authority.

Key Points

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Major Themes

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