The Grace of Medellín: History, Theology and Legacy. Reflections on the Significance of Medellín for the Church in the United States Volume 1

By Felix Palazzi, Guider Margaret Eletta, O.Ernesto Valiente

The Second CELAM (Latin American Bishop s Council) Conference held in Medell n, Colombia, in 1968, proved to be a movement of grace, not only for the church in Latin America and Caribbean, but also for the world church at large. Viewed as foundational for the reception of Vatican II, the evolution of liberation theologies and the emergence of diverse ecclesial movements committed to peace, justice and the integrity of creation, the grace of Medell n continues to be poured out upon the People of God, especially the poor, the powerless and the most vulnerable. Given the current realities of the church and world today, this new volume focuses on those grace-filled aspects of Medell n that warrant remembrance, recognition and reinvention, particularly within the context of the United States. This collaborative effort on the part of twenty theologians, social ethicists, and historians take account of the action of the Holy Spirit and the transformative power of Medell n in terms of its history, theology and legacy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1934996726
• ISBN13: 9781934996720
• Release Date: October 2018
• Publisher: Convivium Press
• Length: 304 Pages