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Abstract
At the heart of this chapter is an account of the fundamental pneumatology that informs synodality. This doctrine of the Holy Spirit, vividly attested to by the teachings of the Second Vatican Council, is being given practical form and expression in Pope Francis’ call for a synodal way of being Church. The chapter does not, however, approach this systematic theological and ecclesiological theme from a primarily textual perspective. Rather, through reflecting on qualitative practical theological research with groups who struggle to find a place in the Catholic community, I explore what might happen when we recognise the Spirit-given authority of experiences such as theirs within synodal processes. Fruits of research with LGBTQ Catholic groups; those living with disabilities; and those affected through ‘secondary trauma’ by clergy sexual abuse will be included in the inductive theological learning presented here. Although very different kinds of marginalisation are witnessed to in these groups, each in their particular way aids practical and theological reflection on how the radical pneumatology of synodality might find expression in Church life, challenging, blessing and renewing that life.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Synodality: perspectives from Great Britain and Ireland. (tbc) |
Editors | Stephen McKinney, Thomas McLoughlin |
Publication status | Accepted/In press - 2024 |
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- 1 Participation in academic workshop, seminar, course
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Dignitas Personae et Amor Dei: The Value of the Human Person and Divine Love; Meeting Edith Stein
Watkins, C. (Invited speaker)
4 Jul 2023 → 6 Jul 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an academic event › Participation in academic workshop, seminar, course