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UPDATED: The African Perspective of Benedict XVI’s Thought

Yaounde, Cameroon Yaounde

A Theological Conference marking the 10th Anniversary of Benedict's visit to Africa (Cameroon and Angola), for Yaounde, Cameroon, will occur from November 27th to 29th, 2019. Benedict's visit was part of the unfolding of the Second Synod of the African Church that produced Africae Munus - with the focus on Justice, Peace and Reconciliation in […]

Joseph Ratzinger and the Future of African Theology (updated with schedule)

Mundelein Seminary 1000 E. Maple Ave., Mundelein

  Conference Overview The goal of the conference is to reflect appreciatively on the theology of Joseph Ratzinger/ Pope (Emeritus) Benedict XVI, and to identify particular areas where an aspect of his theology might contribute fruitfully to the future of African theological work. October 17-19 2019 at Mundelein Seminary Co-organized by Maurice Ashley Agbaw-Ebai and […]