The Young Priest's Keepsake by Michael J. Phelan

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Author Phelan, Michael J.
Title The Young Priest's Keepsake
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Summary "The Young Priest's Keepsake" by Michael J. Phelan is a guidebook aimed at young priests and ecclesiastical students written in the early 20th century. The text provides practical advice on the various aspects of priestly life and ministry, emphasizing the importance of preparation, social culture, and effective communication. The author, drawing from his extensive experience in both Irish colleges and on the Australian mission, seeks to equip the reader with insights that are critical for a successful priesthood. The opening of the work sets the stage by highlighting the lack of resources tailored specifically for young priests about to embark on their sacred vocation. Phelan discusses the foundational importance of cultural competence and command of the English language when serving in diverse communities. He argues that the poorest manners can become barriers to reaching parishioners and that without a solid grasp of language, a priest’s potential to communicate profound truths is severely limited. Phelan’s approach combines moral guidance with practical techniques, aiming to inspire the next generation of priests to cultivate their skills and develop into polished, effective leaders within the Church. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Religious life
Category Text
EBook-No. 16330
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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