Misguided Morality: Catholic Moral Teaching in the Contemporary Church

Misguided Morality is a book that examines the Catholic moral program and its lack of impact on the behavior of Church members. It explores the causes of failure in the transmission of New Testament ideals and offers positive suggestions for improvement. The author is well-known for his books on the challenges to the Church after Vatican II.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Misguided Morality: A Survey of the Catholic Moral Programme's Failure to Influence Church Members

Published in 2002, Misguided Morality delves into the disappointing impact of the Catholic moral programme on the behaviour of Church members. Despite a robust theology of human conduct, the author argues that its effectiveness remains limited. This book undertakes an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced in transmitting the New Testament ideals, encompassing the broad realm of morality. It begins with a comprehensive examination of the Bible and traces the historical and sociological factors that have contributed to the dilution of these ideals, often resulting in a bland respectability. By exploring the root causes of failure, the author presents constructive recommendations for improvement in each area where shortcomings have been identified. This book strikes a balance between loyalty to the Roman Catholic Church and offering constructive critiques of the Church's implementation of moral policies. It is an essential resource for those engaged in studying and participating in Catholic moral teaching within the contemporary church. The author, renowned for his works on the challenges facing the Church after Vatican II, including titles such as Mission or Maintenance and Whatever Happened to Vatican II, brings a wealth of expertise and insights to this publication.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138728042