Fidelis et Verax : Essays in honour of His Grace Mgr Charles J. Scicluna on the tenth anniversary of his episcopal ordination

Abstract

The publication of this celebratory volume takes its cue from this motto, and it revolves around three pivotal convictions. First, the very motto chosen by His Grace is a Scriptural text which is deserving of deep reflection, both because it speaks about Jesus Christ’s identity and character, and also because it furnishes a model for everyone to imitate, not only in some grand and momentous contexts as was the case with the awe-inspiring rider, but also in the more ordinary moments of life. Second, this publication is an expression of the filial respect towards and admiration of Archbishop Scicluna for his own search for the Truth, not merely as an abstract concept, but more so as a Person (i.e. Jesus). His faithfulness and commitment to the Lord permeate his ministry and are a source of inspiration to many. Third, it was our intention to provide the Archbishop with scholarly articles that would be instrumental in his ministry as the principal pastor of Malta, in the hope that they would enlighten him and spur him on to continue to appropriate for himself the noble title he chose to mark his exercise of authority with love.