Michael Walsh

Roman Catholicism: The Basics (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

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 traditionspractices and devotional life - rituals, prayer, massChurch structures and authorities - from Vatican to parish churchChurch hierarchies and people - from bishops to the laitythe 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.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 246
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juni 2016
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781135012083
• Artikelnr.: 45259782

Autorenporträt

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.