Reconciliation, Justice, and Peace : The Second African Synod

The book addresses the theme of the Second African Synod "Reconciliation, Justice, and Peace" in the wider context of globalization, inculturation, post-modernity, and pertinent socio-economic and political factors that shape the contemporary church and society in Africa. The 20 contributors represent a variety of disciplines and some of the issues discussed include: Ecclesiology and the challenges of reconciliation, justice and peace in the context of crises, conflict, and poverty Reconciliation, justice, and peace in Scripture, small Christian communities, and the church Corruption, democratic principles, and governance Integrity of the earth: environment, ecology, natural resources, and the church in Africa The role of the Catholic Church in the public sphere Women, leadership, and the theology of the church Gender justice in the church and in African society Interreligious dialogue (Christianity, Islam, and African Religion) The challenge and ethics of HIV/AIDS prevention.