The Ideal Bishop

Michael Sirilla's "The Ideal Bishop: Aquinas’s Commentaries on the Pastoral Epistles" delves into the theological perspectives of St. Thomas Aquinas on the role and responsibilities of bishops within the Catholic Church.

The book offers a detailed analysis of Aquinas's commentaries on the Pastoral Epistles, providing insights into his understanding of the episcopacy.

Sirilla's work explores Aquinas's teachings on the nature of episcopal authority, pastoral care, and the relationship between bishops and the wider Church.

The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of theology interested in Aquinas's ecclesiology and the historical development of the Catholic Church.

It contributes to a deeper understanding of the theological foundations of the Catholic episcopate.