Roman Catholicism: The Basics
2nd Edition
Published on 17. June 2016
246 pages
978-1-135-01209-0 (ISBN)
Description
From the most basic terms to the structures and practices of the Church, this book offers a plain-speaking introduction to Roman Catholicism. Now in a second edition, it contains new sections on relations with other faiths, coverage of recent controversies in the Church and an expanded section on social teaching. It covers:
Roman Catholic beliefs and traditions
practices and devotional life - rituals, prayer, mass
Church structures and authorities - from Vatican to parish church
Church hierarchies and people - from bishops to the laity
the role of the Church in society.
With a glossary, further reading sections and reference to official documents of the Church, this is the perfect guide for students approaching the study of Roman Catholicism for the first time.
Roman Catholic beliefs and traditions
practices and devotional life - rituals, prayer, mass
Church structures and authorities - from Vatican to parish church
Church hierarchies and people - from bishops to the laity
the role of the Church in society.
With a glossary, further reading sections and reference to official documents of the Church, this is the perfect guide for students approaching the study of Roman Catholicism for the first time.
Reviews / Votes
"Michael Walsh is a learned, lucid and insightful guide to grasping the wonders and complexities of Roman Catholicism. He is thoughtfully aware of critical issues faced by the tradition. It would be difficult to find a better short introductory book. This new edition is to be welcomed."Gavin D'Costa, University of Bristol, UK
"Walsh's book is practical, nuanced, and easy to read. He writes with a good sense for history which enables him to contextualize his narrative, explaining how Roman Catholics may differ from other Christians on a particular issue or teaching, and he is critical about historical claims without being dismissive. (...) Walsh's book gives a fine overview of the basics of Roman Catholic faith, life, and Church. Those unfamiliar with Catholicism will find it very helpful."
Thomas P. Rausch, SJ, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, USA
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Series
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
File size
1,44 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-135-01209-0 (9781135012090)
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Person
Michael Walsh is a writer and broadcaster. He was librarian at Heythrop College, University of London from 1972 to 2001 and was the editor of the Heythrop Journal. A former Jesuit, he has written on many aspects of the history of Christianity, and especially on the contemporary Church.
Content
Introduction
1. The Church - Catholic and Roman
2. What do Catholics believe?
3. Authority
4. People
5. Structures
6. The Vatican
7. The Liturgy
8. Devotional Life
9. The Church in Society
10. Unfinished Business
Appendix: The history of the Papacy
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
1. The Church - Catholic and Roman
2. What do Catholics believe?
3. Authority
4. People
5. Structures
6. The Vatican
7. The Liturgy
8. Devotional Life
9. The Church in Society
10. Unfinished Business
Appendix: The history of the Papacy
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
