Korean Catholicism: From Hidden Faith to National Church - A Complete History of the Catholic Church in South Korea (1784-Present) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798266438354)

What happens when a hidden faith becomes a national conscience?
Korean Catholicism: From Hidden Faith to National Church reveals the unlikely story of a community that grew from secret house gatherings into a force for healing, justice, and global mission.
Concise, vividly told, and grounded in primary sources, this book traces Korean Catholicism from 1784 to the present-martyrdom and lay catechesis, wartime rebuilding and institutional growth, prophetic action for democracy, and the Church's modern challenges and global reach. Rich with maps, translated excerpts, case studies, and parish-ready exercises, it's both a narrative history and a practical guide for formation and ministry.
What you'll gain:

• Clear historical insight into the Church's development and social impact.
• Practical tools for parish leaders: outreach templates, study guides, and a 12-month action plan.
• Inspiring stories of courage that nourish faith and civic responsibility.
• Resources for further study: archives, recommended reading, and a discussion syllabus.

For parish leaders, students of religion, and readers moved by faith in public life-this book teaches how memory becomes mission, and how witness becomes service.
Discover the lessons of a Church that served, spoke, and sent. Read a sample or buy your copy today and bring these stories into your parish, classroom, or personal study.

Author: Sis Benedicta Stevens
ISBN-13: 9798266438354
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 09/21/2025
Pages: 134
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.29d