Religion

Latino Catholicism: Transformation in America's Largest Church

How Latino Catholics and America are transforming each other

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$28.95/£25.00
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Published:
Oct 26, 2014
2011
Pages:
328
Size:
6 x 9.25 in.
Main_subject:
Religion
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Most histories of Catholicism in the United States focus on the experience of Euro-American Catholics, whose views on social issues have dominated public debates. Latino Catholicism provides a comprehensive overview of the Latino Catholic experience in America from the sixteenth century to today, and offers the most in-depth examination to date of the important ways the U.S. Catholic Church, its evolving Latino majority, and American culture are mutually transforming one another.

In Latino Catholicism, Timothy Matovina highlights the vital contributions of Latinos to American religious and social life, demonstrating in particular how their engagement with the U.S. cultural milieu is the most significant factor behind their ecclesial and societal impact.


Awards and Recognition

  • Timothy Matovina, Winner of the 2013 Paul J. Foik, C.S.C. Award, Texas Catholic Historical Society
  • First Place for the Book Award in History, 2013 Catholic Press Association
  • Winner of the 2012 Best Book Award, College Theology Society
  • One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2012