Yves Congar's Vision of the Church in a World of Unbelief

Gabriel Flynn is a priest of the diocese of Meath. In 1999 he completed his doctorate at the University of Oxford. He is a lecturer in theology at the Milltown Institute of Theology and Philosophy, Dublin, Ireland.

• Contents: Preface, Pierre-Marie Gy, OP; Author's preface; Introduction; The vision of the Church in Congar's theology; The shape of the Church in Congar's theology; Reform and tradition in Congar's ecclesiology; Epilogue; Afterword; Appendix; Bibliography; Index.

'I know of no other study in English which has investigated this important subject at such depth' the late Edward Yarnold, SJ, Campion Hall, University of Oxford 'An important book about an important topic. All of us admire Congar’s attention to the present world and to the breadth of history and Tradition. These two qualities, together with his readiness to help and his love of the Church, so well described by Dr Flynn, help us to understand how important Congar’s work has been during the Second Vatican Council'. Pierre-Marie Gy, O.P, Le Saulchoir, Paris ’This is a work that is indispensable to anyone who wants an introduction to the work of Congar. It is comprehensive in its breadth, thorough in its analysis and evenhanded in its assessments. The layout of the book is also to be commended, not least the fact that it uses footnotes rather than endnotes, making it easier for the reader to check references or see the clarifications that the author is adding to the main text as he progresses his argument. Overall, this is a book that can be highly recommended to anybody wishing to deepen his or her knowledge of twentieth century ecclesiology or who may wish to find a template for a respectful critique of contemporary ecclesial problems.’ Doctrine and Life 'In addition to its organization and clarity, this book is noteworthy for its integration of an impressive array of secondary sources.' The Furrow '... a readable, balanced, and carefully nuanced exploration of the writings of one of the key figures of twentieth century ecclesiology.' Milltown Studies ’... Flynn's book will advance Congar studies by leaps and bounds. He has located a decidedly fruitful avenue for understanding the theologian's key interests and successfully establishes how these influence the overall project of a life's work.’ Catholic Books Review