Catholicism: A Very Short Introduction

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Gerald O'Collins, SJ (Adjunct Professor, Australian Catholic University and Research Fellow, University of Divinity)

Catholicism

A Very Short Introduction

Gerald O'Collins, SJ (Adjunct Professor, Australian Catholic University and Research Fellow, University of Divinity)

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Oxford University Press
06 July 2017

Religion & beliefs; Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church

Series: Very Short Introductions

Despite a long history of external threats and internal strife, the Roman Catholic Church remains a vast and influential presence in our modern world. But what were its origins, and how has it changed and adapted over the centuries?

After Pope Benedict XVI dramatically resigned in early 2013 (the first Pope to resign since the fifteenth century), and Pope Francis was elected, many wondered what direction he would lead the Church in, and whether the Church could modernise in the face of the demands of our world.

In this Very Short Introduction, Gerald O'Collins covers the history of the Catholic Church, and considers some of the key issues facing Catholicism today, such as the catastrophic revelations about clerical child abuse, the impact of the growth of Islam, and the destruction in the Middle East of ancient Christian church communities. He also shows how Catholics are being increasingly challenged by an opposition between their traditional Christian values and rights which are endorsed by the secular world, such as the right to physician assisted suicide or same-sex marriage, and considers the future for the largest and oldest institution in the world.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Gerald O'Collins SJ (Adjunct Professor Australian Catholic University and Research Fellow University of Divinity)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 174mm, Width: 113mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 128g
ISBN: 9780198796855
ISBN 10: 0198796854
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 06 July 2017
Audience: College/higher education , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface 1: From Pentecost to Christopher Columbus (AD 30-1492) 2: From Christopher Columbus to date (1492-2016) 3: Catholics on God and the human condition 4: The sacraments and the Catholic Church 5: Catholic moral life and teaching 6: Characteristics of Catholicism 7: The future of Catholicism Further Reading Timeline Index

Gerald O'Collins, SJ, PhD (Cantab.) is Adjunct Professor of the Australian Catholic University, a research fellow of the University of Divinity (Melbourne), and Professor Emeritus of the Gregorian University (Rome), where he taught for 33 years and also served as Dean of the Faculty of Theology. He has written or co-written 67 books, including Catholicism: The Story of Catholic Christianity (OUP, 2004), Salvation for All (OUP, 2008), and The Second Vatican Council on Other Religions (OUP, 2013). He has authored hundreds of articles in professional and popular journals, and lectured at many universities and colleges worldwide. In 2006 he was created a Companion of the General Division of the Order of Australia (AC), the highest civil honour granted through the Australian government.

Reviews for Catholicism: A Very Short Introduction

This is an excellent little book which reveals the heart of Catholicism, written by a theologian steeped in the vision of Vatican II and Pope Francis. It would be important reading not only by those who do not profess this faith but also by all those who do. * Jean Vanier, Founder of L'Arche *