A call to reform Catholic health care ethics, inspired by the teachings of Pope Francis
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Michael G. Lawler, Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus of Catholic Theology and Dean Emeritus of the Graduate School at Creighton University. His work delves into the profound aspects of Catholic theology, seeking to illuminate its relevance and meaning in contemporary life. Lawler's scholarship offers readers insightful perspectives, grounded in extensive academic experience, on the core tenets of faith.
- 2021
- 2015
Focusing on the intersection of Catholic tradition and ethics, this book delves into the methodological and anthropological advancements that shape both general and sexual ethics. It aims to foster inclusive dialogue within the Church, engaging laity, theologians, and hierarchy alike, to address pressing ethical issues, particularly in the realm of sexuality. By examining these normative implications, it seeks to enrich the conversation surrounding ethics in the contemporary Church.
- 2008
Sexual Person Toward a Renewed Hb: Toward a Renewed Catholic Anthropology
- 334 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The book explores the Catholic perspective on sexuality, emphasizing two core principles: the necessity of heterosexual marriage for any sexual act and the importance of keeping marital acts open to procreation. It provides a comprehensive overview of Catholic teachings on sexuality, delving into the implications and applications of these principles within the context of faith and moral living.
- 2008
The Twelve Conditions of a Miracle
- 174 pages
- 7 hours of reading
This extraordinary new understanding of the biblical parable of the loaves and fishes reveals--within the original Greek text--twelve practical methods for living a life of meaning and miracles. In this uplifting work, Dr. Todd Michael meticulously retranslates the parable of the loaves and fishes, and makes an astonishing discovery: Below the surface--deep within the subtleties of the original Greek--lies a carefully hidden layer of information. Here, the actual technique of the miracle is revealed in the form of twelve precise and realistic steps to extraordinary living. Scholarly, inspiring, and amazingly consistent with contemporary metaphysical thought, The Twelve Conditions of a Miracle is essential reading if you want to work a transformation in your own life.
- 1996
Symbol and Sacrament:: A Contemporary Sacramental Theology.
- 293 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Exploring sacraments as "prophetic symbols," this study delves into their theological significance through the lenses of philosophy, anthropology, and biblical studies. Michael Lawler examines each sacrament, presenting key biblical data, historical shifts, and contemporary revisions of sacramental rites. His thorough analysis incorporates contemporary sacramental theology, addressing pressing pastoral issues and offering a well-rounded perspective that reflects both tradition and modernity.