The Layman In The Church: And Other Essays - Hardcover

by Edward Schillebeeckx (Author)

The Layman In The Church: And Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Edward Schillebeeckx, a prominent Catholic theologian. The book explores the role of the laity in the Catholic Church and their relationship with the clergy. Schillebeeckx argues that the laity should play a more active role in the Church and that the Church should be more open to their ideas and perspectives. He also discusses other topics such as the nature of the Church, the importance of community, and the role of women in the Church. The essays are written in a clear and accessible style, making the book suitable for both scholars and lay readers. Overall, The Layman In The Church: And Other Essays is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the Catholic Church and its relationship with the laity.Contains The Layman In The Church; The Death Of A Christian; The Second Vatican Council.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.