Apologetics and Didactics in the Sermons of Archbishop Mečislovas Reinys, the Servant of God Cover Image

Apologetika ir didaktika Dievo tarno arkivyskupo Mečislovo Reinio pamoksluose
Apologetics and Didactics in the Sermons of Archbishop Mečislovas Reinys, the Servant of God

Author(s): Nerijus Pipiras
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Pastoral Theology
Published by: Vytauto Didžiojo Universitetas
Keywords: Archbishop Mečislovas Reinys; Apologetics; Church teaching; Catholic organizations; Awareness of believers; Sermon;

Summary/Abstract: Archbishop Mečislovas Reinys had a great influence on interwar Lithuanian society. He tirelessly preached the truths of faith both as the coadjutor bishop of Vilaviškis and as the archbishop of Vilnius. He tried to convey the teachings of the Church through sermons. While leading Lenten retreats or visiting parishes, he delivered long, problematic, but at the same time simple didactic sermons. The article highlights the themes of Archbishop Mečislovas Reinys’ sermons, analyzes their apologetic and didactic nature.

  • Issue Year: 111/2022
  • Issue No: 83
  • Page Range: 33-44
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: Lithuanian