The parish was the fundamental ecclesiastical institution brought by Spain to the New World, and perhaps even the principal instrument of empire. This pioneering study traces the origins and development of the parishes of a single Central American diocese from conquest to independence. Drawing widely on Guatemalan archive sources, it presents a detailed picture of the colonial church at parish …
In this book, father Paul Keyes shares a special gift of insight with all of the Christian community in general and with those who have been chosen to serve in the diocesan priesthood in particular. His gift is one of invitation; he invites us to live reflectively, not reactively like so many men in diocesan ministry. Seminarians preparing for parish ministry will find Father Keye's meditati…
Jesus the Stranger is based on sermons preached at the University of Nairobi to young African students, portraying Christ as a familiar friend as well as a merciful God. This new edition features a new and readable format and has been updated and revised to make its message plainer, more direct, and contemporary.