A Model for Dialogue: Cyprian of Carthage on Ecclesial Discernment

Authors

Paul J. Fitzgerald S.J., Fairfield UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Article Version

Publisher's PDF

Publication Date

1998

Abstract

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.

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Copyright 1998 Theological Studies

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Publication Title

Theological Studies

Repository Citation

Fitzgerald, Paul J. S.J., "A Model for Dialogue: Cyprian of Carthage on Ecclesial Discernment" (1998). Religious Studies Faculty Publications. 4.
https://digitalcommons.fairfield.edu/religiousstudies-facultypubs/4

Published Citation

Fitzgerald, Paul. "A Model for Dialogue: Cyprian of Carthage on Ecclesial Discernment." Theological Studies 59.2 (1998): 236-253.

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