Forging a Catholic‐Evangelical alliance in the American context

Abstract

Explores the possibility and probability of a Catholic‐Evangelical alliance within the US social arena. Notes the numerical strength and systemic importance of each tradition. Examines the histories, tenets, politics, economic teachings and lifestyles of the two respective orientations. Cites their legacy of mutual hostility as well as the more recent ecumenical ventures. Focuses on the relevancy of the Vatican II Council to their dialogue and enumerates their contemporary differences and similarities. Concludes optimistically that theology and politics have forged stranger coalitions.

Citation

O’Neil, D.J. (1995), "Forging a Catholic‐Evangelical alliance in the American context", International Journal of Social Economics, Vol. 22 No. 9/10/11, pp. 90-108. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003954