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Apostolstwo świeckich poprzez świadectwo życia w nauczaniu św. Franciszka Salezego
The apostolate of lay people through their testimony of life in the teaching of Franciszek Salezy

Author(s): Bożena Świątek
Subject(s): Metaphysics, Philosophy of Religion, Biblical studies, Pastoral Theology, Sociology of Religion
Published by: Wyższe Seminarium Duchowne w Łodzi
Keywords: spirituality; St. Franciszek Salezy; apostolate;

Summary/Abstract: We consider some forms of the witness of a life of laity which is a fundamental form of propagate of Gospel in the modern world. Firstly, the apostolate of the laity expresses by following Jesus Christ in the daily life. By st. Francis de Sales it is mainly realized through practice of the small virtues such as humility and gentle charity in the spirit of true joy. Secondly, st. Francis de Sales pays attention that fidelity to duty of the state is an important dimension of the apostolate in the daily life, for example in the marriage, in the family, in the work. Thirty, st. Francis de Sales proposes also to practice of Gospel advice, first of all poverty, chastity, obedience. He explains how we can realize them in the life of the laity.

  • Issue Year: 16/2007
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 227-250
  • Page Count: 24
  • Language: Polish