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    The sociology of Catholicism: A review of research and scholarship


    Conway, Brian (2021) The sociology of Catholicism: A review of research and scholarship. Sociology Compass, 15 (4). ISSN 1751-9020

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    Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1111/soc4.12863

    Abstract

    This article seeks to review recent research and scholarship in the sociology of Catholicism, as well as focusing on areas needing greater attention. In taking stock of this literature, I identify institutional change, church-society interactions, institutional resources and influence, and the church as international actor as four key topics that have engaged scholarship. I review existing research under each, as well as highlighting gaps and blind spots that invite further inquiry of this specific religious group.
    Item Type: Article
    Keywords: sociology; Catholicism; international comparative agenda;
    Academic Unit: Faculty of Social Sciences > Sociology
    Item ID: 18504
    Identification Number: 10.1111/soc4.12863
    Depositing User: Brian Conway
    Date Deposited: 14 May 2024 10:17
    Journal or Publication Title: Sociology Compass
    Publisher: Wiley
    Refereed: Yes
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    URI: https://mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/id/eprint/18504
    Use Licence: This item is available under a Creative Commons Attribution Non Commercial Share Alike Licence (CC BY-NC-SA). Details of this licence are available here

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