Africae Munus - Ten Years Later

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI's Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation, Africae Munus, emphasizes the growth of the Catholic Church in Africa and the importance of understanding the continent's faith and struggles. This collection of essays from academia provides insights into Catholic Africa and its development, enriching the understanding and experience of the Catholic faith.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 282 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: St Augustine's Press

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, with his profound foresight and vision for the Church, crafted the Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation, Africae Munus, to integrate theological, catechetical, and pastoral themes. In the introduction to this collection of reflections and studies centered around the Pope Emeritus's themes, Maurice A. Agbaw-Ebai and Matthew Levering assert the African continent's status as a global center for the growth of the Catholic Church in the twenty-first century and the future of the international Catholic community.

To fully grasp the vitality and enthusiasm of the Church in Africa, it is crucial to engage in scholarly research and academic reflections. We cannot fully appreciate the unwavering dedication, commitment, and perseverance of the Catholic community across the African continent without understanding the truth of their struggles and persecution and appreciating their resilience in the face of faith. This collection, drawn from the halls of academia, offers an invaluable contribution to our understanding and advancement of Catholic Africa, following in the footsteps of Pope Emeritus Benedict's insights and enlightenment.

It is my sincere hope that these essays will enrich your understanding and deepen your experience of the Catholic faith.

Dimension: 9 x 6 x 1 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781587310119