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The Political Boundaries Of The Church | Prof. Gladden Pappin

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Navigating Jurisdictional Boundaries: Church vs. Civil Power

The chapter explores the evolving relationship between the Church's moral teachings and its legal jurisdiction, particularly focusing on challenges such as the sexual abuse crisis and historical anti-Catholic propaganda. It delves into the neutralization of the Pope's status as a civil prince and discusses instances where the Church had to invoke diplomatic immunity due to legal issues.

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