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The Catholic Character Of Catholic Universities, Anthony J. Cernera
The Catholic Character Of Catholic Universities, Anthony J. Cernera
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The signs of the times, that we are living in the midst of, are dramatic, suggesting perhaps radical challenges, but potentially wonderful opportunities, for humanity and the Church, e.g., globalization; the pervasiveness of secularization in the Western world; the encounter with Islam and the increased importance of inter-religious dialogue; the geographical shift of the center of Catholicism; the scientific-technological revolution; the reality of the poor; and the emerging crisis of global warming are among the most significant.
As the Catholic Church emerges as a truly global church, Catholic universities have an essential role to play in its mission in the …