Moral Discernment in History

• Published in: Theological studies (Baltimore) Vol. 79; no. 3; pp. 668 - 679
• Main Author: James, F Keenan
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: London, England SAGE Publications 01.09.2018; Sage Publications Ltd
• Subjects: Catholic churches; Christianity; Decision making; Francis (Pope); Morality; Religious congregations; Social philosophy; conscience; Irish penitentials; moral discernment; casuistry; synods; accompaniment; prudence

The concept of moral discernment is often used to describe the inspired decision-making of a conscientious Christian, but Pope Francis uses it relationally in terms of accompaniment and often enough, more broadly than an individual’s choice. Rather, he suggests that bishops and their local churches...