DescriptionGuarding the Flame: The Challenges Facing the Church in the Twenty-First Century is a compelling Catholic book featuring an in-depth, in-person interview with Cardinal Péter Erdö, Archbishop of Budapest and one of the most respected leaders in the global Catholic Church.In this wide-ranging and candid conversation, Cardinal Erdö speaks with Dr. Robert Moynihan, founder and editor of Inside the Vatican, addressing urgent questions about the future of the Catholic Church in an increasingly secular world. Topics include the rise of secularism in Europe and the United States, the challenges posed by modern technology, and the need to preserve the spiritual and moral foundations of Christian faith in the 21st century.As the two-time president of the Council of the Episcopal Conferences of Europe, Cardinal Erdö offers unique insight into the Church’s mission amid cultural and religious change. This updated English edition includes his influential 2018 lecture at Columbia University, “The Role of Religion and the Churches in a Secular State,” which serves as a powerful conclusion to the book.Ideal for Catholics, scholars, clergy, and readers interested in Church leadership, theology, and contemporary religious challenges.U.S. shipping is included in the price.
