The Contemporary Discourse of Public Theology in the Face of Technological and Socio-Environmental Crises
This study explores the role of public theology in addressing contemporary societal challenges, emphasizing ethical dialogue in response to secularization, pluralism, technological transformation, and social and environmental issues. It situates pastoral theology in the Christian tradition as an act...
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| description | This study explores the role of public theology in addressing contemporary societal challenges, emphasizing ethical dialogue in response to secularization, pluralism, technological transformation, and social and environmental issues. It situates pastoral theology in the Christian tradition as an active social practice aimed at promoting justice, equality, and the common good. The study highlights the emergence of public theology as a response to the participation of religious discourse in the public arena, considering communication and digital technology, and articulating theological reflection with real-world social issues. Additionally, it examines the profound significance of dialogue within religious discourse and stresses the importance of ethical reflection in technological advancements, particularly concerning AI (Artificial Intelligence). Moreover, Catholic social thought and the concept of integral ecology are analyzed in dialogue with the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), underlining the potential of public theology to promote socio-environmental justice through a holistic approach. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9dfdcd9ca57249b9820c60b17d98c1382025-08-20T02:47:05ZengMDPI AGReligions2077-14442025-07-0116792310.3390/rel16070923The Contemporary Discourse of Public Theology in the Face of Technological and Socio-Environmental CrisesJesús Sánchez-Camacho0Faculty of Theology, Comillas Pontifical University, 28049 Madrid, SpainThis study explores the role of public theology in addressing contemporary societal challenges, emphasizing ethical dialogue in response to secularization, pluralism, technological transformation, and social and environmental issues. It situates pastoral theology in the Christian tradition as an active social practice aimed at promoting justice, equality, and the common good. The study highlights the emergence of public theology as a response to the participation of religious discourse in the public arena, considering communication and digital technology, and articulating theological reflection with real-world social issues. Additionally, it examines the profound significance of dialogue within religious discourse and stresses the importance of ethical reflection in technological advancements, particularly concerning AI (Artificial Intelligence). Moreover, Catholic social thought and the concept of integral ecology are analyzed in dialogue with the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), underlining the potential of public theology to promote socio-environmental justice through a holistic approach.https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/16/7/923public theologyChristian ethicscommunicationintegral ecologysustainable development |
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| title | The Contemporary Discourse of Public Theology in the Face of Technological and Socio-Environmental Crises |
| title_full | The Contemporary Discourse of Public Theology in the Face of Technological and Socio-Environmental Crises |
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| title_full_unstemmed | The Contemporary Discourse of Public Theology in the Face of Technological and Socio-Environmental Crises |
| title_short | The Contemporary Discourse of Public Theology in the Face of Technological and Socio-Environmental Crises |
| title_sort | contemporary discourse of public theology in the face of technological and socio environmental crises |
| topic | public theology Christian ethics communication integral ecology sustainable development |
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