Over the past ten years divisions within the Catholic Church have ripened into hatred and contempt, and the Vatican is making scant attempt to heal the rift. In this magisterial book John Cornwell examines the state of the Church throughout the world, and warns that on the death of Pope John Paul II a major schism will occur unless his successor can reconcile conservatives and liberals. The role of women; the split between teaching and practice on sexual morals; the changing face of the priesthood: all are examined in this riveting and timely survey.
- ISBN10 0670030023
- ISBN13 9780670030026
- Publish Date 1 October 2001
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Viking Books
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 256
- Language English