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Przyczyny i procedura wydalenia ze stanu duchownego
Reasons and procedure for dismissal from the clerical state

Author(s): Barbara Rozen
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Pastoral Theology
Published by: Wydawnictwo Diecezjalne »Adalbertinum«
Keywords: Catechizatiom; evengelism;

Summary/Abstract: The author of the article “Catechization is the spirit of new evangelism” refers to the teachings of the Church, especially those of Pope John Paul II and Pope Francis. She indicates the need for catechetical revival so that the everlasting truth of the Gospels can be conveyed to young people in a way which is better suited to contemporary mentality and the conditions that we live in. The first paragraph, entitled “New evangelism” explains the concept, referring especially to the teaching of John Paul II. Paragraph two, entitled “Catechetical renewal” points to the need for in-depth understanding of catechesis, for being open to con-temporary youth and to the need for revival of the Christian identity. The third paragraph, entitled “How to stand up to the task of the catechetical revival” points to the main aspects which are essential in the process of revival; these are: awareness of the mission, responsibility for one’s own formation and opposing egoistic acedia. The last paragraph, which concludes these scientific considerations, is entitled: “Teaching religion as away of achieving sainthood”. The entire article indicates the need for afresh look into catechetic activities, which is necessitated by cultural changes.

  • Issue Year: 16/2014
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 523-543
  • Page Count: 21
  • Language: Polish