Resumen:
The term "plurality" (variety, multiplicity) is often more apt than the term "pluralism" to describe the doctrinal and liturgical diversity within the Church. But in certain ecclesiological dimensions there is true pluralism, such as pluralism of the lay faithful in temporal affairs or charismatic pluralism. Charismatic pluralism has been the focus of considerable academic and pastoral attention since the Second Vatican Council. At the same time, however, the concept of charism has become broader, more fluid and more difficult to define. With regard to the complementary (never antagonistic) relationship between charism and institution, the function of canon law is, firstly, to foster spaces of freedom to exercise charisms; secondly, to establish rules and regulations governing reasonable practices in this regard; and finally, to distinguish between authentic charisms and fabricated movements.
