Theme of the Study Day:
The John Paul II Pontifical Theological Institute for Marriage and Family Sciences (Rome) and the International Academy for Marital Spirituality - INTAMS (Brussels/Leuven) jointly organize an international Study Day on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of Amoris laetitia and the 60th anniversary of Gaudium et spes, on Tuesday, 12 May, in Rome. This joint Study Day aims to consider the theology of marriage and family, from theological and canonical perspectives, on the basis of these two magisterial documents.
The John Paul II Institute and INTAMS have developed an academic collaboration in recent years, and their respective inputs will shape the Study Day through dialogue. Both voices have been studying and researching marriage and family for decades, each from their specific perspective, expertise, and mission.
In the morning session, the John Paul II Institute will present a special issue of its international academic journal Anthropotes on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of Amoris laetitia, in the context of the reception of Gaudium et spes. This issue will contain contributions by authors belonging to the Institute’s international academic network.
INTAMS, on the other hand, will present a special report entitled The Theology of Marriage after Vatican II: Theological and Canonical Perspectives. This report is the result of a six-year research project in theology and canon law, exploring shared perspectives on marriage in the light of the Second Vatican Council.
The afternoon session will further deepen the dialogue between the two institutes, as two academics from each organization will offer comments on each other’s document. The program provides ample time for exchange and discussion with the audience.
The Study Day will be enriched by the presence of Mgr. Armando Matteo, Secretary of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, who will deliver the introductory address.
Morning Session (08:30 - 13:00):
Facilitator: Pier Davide Guenzi (JP2)
08:30 Registration
09:00 Welcome, Philippe Bordeyne (President JP2)
09:10 Introduction & Genesis of the Project: Philippe Bordeyne, Aldegonde Brenninkmeijer-Werhahn (Founder INTAMS)
09:30 Introductory Address: Armando Matteo, Secretary of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith
10:00 Presentation of the special issue of Anthropotes: Gilfredo Marengo (JP2), Vincenzo Rosito (JP2), Simona Segoloni Ruta (JP2)
11:00 Break
11:30 Presentation of INTAMS Research Report: Thomas Knieps-Port le Roi (KU Leuven), Kevin Schembri (University of Malta)
12:30 Morning Keywords
Afternoon Session (15:00 - 18:00):
Facilitator: Donna Orsuto (INTAMS)
15:00 Responses to Anthropotes: Nenad Polgar (KU Leuven), Sigrid Müller (University of Vienna)
15:45 Discussion
16:00 Break
16:15 Responses to INTAMS Research Report: Shaji George Kochuthara (JP2), Orietta Grazioli (JP2)
17:00 Discussion
17:15 Conclusion & Future Vision: Philippe Bordeyne, Aldegonde Brenninkmeijer-Werhahn
Practical information about the Study Day:
Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Time: 08:30–18:00
Venue: John Paul II Institute (at Pontifical Lateran University), Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano 4, Rome
Language: English
Participation is free, but confirmation of attendance is recommended by sending an email.
Journalists and media representatives wishing to attend must submit a request at least 24 hours before the event through the Holy See Press Office’s, either by email or via the online accreditation system.
