Formation of Adult Lay Catholics for Commitment in the World

Authors

  • Józef Stala The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15633/pch.2184

Keywords:

Lay faithful, formation, commitment to the world

Abstract

The teaching of the Second Vatican Council develops an understanding of the Church as an integral entirety, present in the world and operating in accordance with its nature and purpose. Every personal commitment of a lay faithful, every effort made and each achievement has an impact on others and the whole Church. However, the commitment of adult Catholics to the world requires their appropriate preparation. Therefore, this article will first present the ecclesiological foundations of the lay faithful’s earthly commitment, and then, the process of their preparation, taking into consideration their personal and religious development. Finally it will also explore the meaning of the community as the place of their permanent formation.

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2017-11-01

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Vol. 7 No. 2 (2017)

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