Catholicism at the crossroads: how the laity can save the church

Introduction: stepping up to the plate -- Prayer, discernment and disagreement -- The role of the laity -- What is so important about accountability? -- Accountability and the laity -- Understanding the sex abuse scandal -- An open church in an open society -- Ten steps toward a more adult church --...

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Main Author: Lakeland, Paul 1946- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: New York, NY [u.a.] Continuum 2007
In:Year: 2007
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Layman / Catholic church
Further subjects:B Catholic Church History 21st century
B Postmodernism Religious aspects Christianity
B Catholics Political activity
B Church renewal
B Laity Catholic Church
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Summary:Introduction: stepping up to the plate -- Prayer, discernment and disagreement -- The role of the laity -- What is so important about accountability? -- Accountability and the laity -- Understanding the sex abuse scandal -- An open church in an open society -- Ten steps toward a more adult church -- The laity, episcopal leadership, and the mission of the church -- Catholics and America's role in the world -- Catholics and American culture
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references
ISBN:082642810X