Shape of Baptism : The Rite of Christian Initiation

Aidan Kavanagh

ISBN 10: 0916134369 / ISBN 13: 9780916134365

Published by Liturgical Press, 1978

About this Item

246 pages. 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches. After revealing the genesis of the Roman tradition of initiation, Kavanagh moves on to the tensions between traditional practice and the need for change. He stresses the Church's ongoing need to focus its efforts on its main concern - the initiation of new members.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Shape of Baptism : The Rite of Christian Initiation
• Publisher: Liturgical Press
• Publication Date: 1978
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0916134369
• ISBN 13: 9780916134365
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Weight: 1 pound

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Synopsis

This is a theological and pastoral commentary on the history and reform of the rites of initiation, particularly the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.

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After revealing the genesis of the Roman tradition of initiation, Kavanagh moves on to the tensions between traditional practice and the need for change. He stresses the Church's ongoing need to focus its efforts on its main concern?the initiation of new members.