""Le Gouvernement De Communautes Religieuses"" is a comprehensive manual for the governance and spiritual administration of religious communities within the Catholic Church. Written by the Jesuit priest Benoit Valuy, the work serves as a guide for superiors and directors, detailing the principles of leadership, authority, and communal life. The text offers practical advice on maintaining discipline, fostering religious vocations, and ensuring the spiritual well-being of members in a monastic or communal setting.
The book emphasizes the importance of balancing firm leadership with charity and prudence, drawing upon the rich traditions of the Jesuit order and ecclesiastical law. Valuy explores the moral and practical challenges faced by those in positions of authority, providing a framework for managing both the internal spiritual life and the external organization of the community. This work is a significant resource for understanding the structures of religious life and the development of clerical leadership in the early 20th century. It highlights the virtues and responsibilities necessary for a holy and effective governance of souls dedicated to the service of the Church.
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Benoit Valuy Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 38mm
Weight: 1.179kg ISBN:9781025786735 ISBN 10: 1025786734 Pages: 724 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active