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Four Futures: The Catholic Church in America | Prof. Gladden Pappin

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The Future of the Catholic Church in America

This chapter explores the unpredictable nature of the Catholic Church's future in America, focusing on key factors such as demographics, financials, beliefs, practices, and political/legal circumstances. It delves into two contrasting views on the relationship between the Church and American society, discussing potential scenarios ranging from financial challenges to a resurgence of Americanism within the church and the impact on internal institutional dynamics.

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