Understanding the diaconate: historical, theological, and sociological foundations
Auteur :
McKnight, W. Shawn
Éditeur :
The Catholic University of America Press
ISBN :
9780813230351
Date de publication :
30 juil. 2018
Dimensions :
22,3 x 15,2 x 2,0 cm
Poids :
547 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Adds the resources of sociology and anthropology to the theological sources of scripture, liturgy, patristic era texts, theologians, and magisterial teachings to conclude that the deacon can be understood as "social intermediary and symbol of communitas" who serves the participation of the laity in the life and mission of the Church.