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Preparing For Marriage: What Pastoral Marital Counselors Should Know About Religious Belief, Psychological Health, And Marital Outcome, Kiernan Sullivan, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Dec 2011

Preparing For Marriage: What Pastoral Marital Counselors Should Know About Religious Belief, Psychological Health, And Marital Outcome, Kiernan Sullivan, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

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Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Is The Relationship Of Theological Theory To Practice?, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Alfred Benney Dec 2011

Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Is The Relationship Of Theological Theory To Practice?, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Alfred Benney

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

What is the relationship of theological theory to practice? Fr. Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. speaks of his personal project and devotion to working with people living in a very poor neighborhood in South Los Angeles. He is most captivated by the women who have transitioned to an entirely different culture, and yet motivated by their Catholic faith serve their community with great generosity.


Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Led You To The Jesuits And An Interest In Theology?, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Alfred Benney Dec 2011

Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Led You To The Jesuits And An Interest In Theology?, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Alfred Benney

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

What led you to the Jesuits and an interest in theology? Dr. Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. talks of his process of becoming a Jesuit – from his studies at Santa Clara University as an undergraduate, to his doctoral studies in Paris. His academic focus has been in systematic theology and the social sciences/sociology of religion.


Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Is Your Central Interest In Catholic Theology?, Paul Fitzgerald, Alfred Benney Dec 2011

Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Is Your Central Interest In Catholic Theology?, Paul Fitzgerald, Alfred Benney

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

What is your central interest in Catholic Theology? Jesuit Paul Fitzgerald explains his focus in his study of Catholic Theology. He is interested in the lived faith of the laity of Church, as much as the work and thought of great thinkers. He is particularly invested in looking at the Church’s current situation in light of the sexual abuse crisis, and how both Church hierarchy and the faithful are reacting to it.


"Stephen G. Post, More Lasting Unions: Christianity, Family And Society (Religion, Marriage, & Family; Grand Rapids, Mi: Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2000)", Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Dec 2011

"Stephen G. Post, More Lasting Unions: Christianity, Family And Society (Religion, Marriage, & Family; Grand Rapids, Mi: Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2000)", Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

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Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Contribution Have The Jesuits Made To The American Church?, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Alfred Benney Dec 2011

Paul Fitzgerald, S.J. Engages With The Question: What Contribution Have The Jesuits Made To The American Church?, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Alfred Benney

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

What contribution have the Jesuits made to the American Church? Jesuit Paul Fitzgerald discusses what he believes is the greatest gift of Jesuits to America, which is the ability to see God in every moment and every aspect of life in the light of Ignatius. He refers to this view of life as "hopeful realism" and Catholics ability to see the world as it is, but also in union with the divine. Fitzgerald also discusses the contribution that Jesuit Education has given to American Catholics, and how this has created an educated Church unlike ever before.


The Disciplined Heart: Love, Destiny And Imagination, By Caroline J. Simon, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Dec 2011

The Disciplined Heart: Love, Destiny And Imagination, By Caroline J. Simon, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


"Romano, Renee C., Race Mixing: Black-White Marriage In Post-War America (Cambridge, Ma: Harvard University Press, 2003)", Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Dec 2011

"Romano, Renee C., Race Mixing: Black-White Marriage In Post-War America (Cambridge, Ma: Harvard University Press, 2003)", Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


"Herbert Anderson, Don Browning, Ian S. Evison, And Mary Stewart Van Leeuwen, Eds., The Family Handbook (The Family, Religion And Culture; Louisville, Ky: Westminster John Knox, 1998)", Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Dec 2011

"Herbert Anderson, Don Browning, Ian S. Evison, And Mary Stewart Van Leeuwen, Eds., The Family Handbook (The Family, Religion And Culture; Louisville, Ky: Westminster John Knox, 1998)", Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


A Christian Ethos For Multicultural Marriage, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Dec 2011

A Christian Ethos For Multicultural Marriage, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


Authority In The Roman Catholic Church: Theory And Practice, Edited By Bernard Hoose, Paul Fitzgerald Nov 2011

Authority In The Roman Catholic Church: Theory And Practice, Edited By Bernard Hoose, Paul Fitzgerald

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


Powers, Weakness, And The Tabernacling Of God, By Marva J. Dawn, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Nov 2011

Powers, Weakness, And The Tabernacling Of God, By Marva J. Dawn, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


Prophecy And Discernment, By R.W.L. Moberly, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Nov 2011

Prophecy And Discernment, By R.W.L. Moberly, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


Why Christianity Must Change Or Die: A Bishop Speaks To Believers In Exile, By John Shelby Spong, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Nov 2011

Why Christianity Must Change Or Die: A Bishop Speaks To Believers In Exile, By John Shelby Spong, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


A Model For Dialogue: Cyprian Of Carthage On Ecclesial Discernment, Paul Fitzgerald Nov 2011

A Model For Dialogue: Cyprian Of Carthage On Ecclesial Discernment, Paul Fitzgerald

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

To provide theological support for the Common Ground Initiative, the author explores an ancient practice, active participation by the faithful in the process of ecclesial discernment. Cyprian of Carthage consulted broadly and sought communal consensus on such matters as the election of bishops, the readmission of the lapsed, and the deposition of unworthy bishops. Such consultation was considered an essential element in the Church's own fidelity to God.


Human Rights, Cultural Difference, And The Church In Africa, By Aquiline Tarimo, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Nov 2011

Human Rights, Cultural Difference, And The Church In Africa, By Aquiline Tarimo, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.


The Disenchantment Of The World: A Political History Of Religion, By Marcel Gauchet, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J. Nov 2011

The Disenchantment Of The World: A Political History Of Religion, By Marcel Gauchet, Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J.

Rev. Paul J. Fitzgerald, S.J.

No abstract provided.