Introduction
This article commemorates the sixty years of the Second Vatican Council from a narrative theological perspective. In this sense, an unpublished text by the Jesuit Víctor Codina is presented, entitled ‘A los seixanta años del Vaticano II. A narrative theological reading’, which was recently published by Cristianisme i Justícia. This text, which has been compiled from Codina’s intuitions and notes, offers a personal and narrative view of several significant encounters and moments in the post-conciliar Church.
Structure of the book
The book is structured in several chapters that address different topics related to the Second Vatican Council and its influence on contemporary theology. The first chapter reviews Codina’s time as a professor at the Faculty of Theology in Sant Cugat del Vallès, while the second chapter explores his experiences in Latin America and his relationship with Liberation Theology. Other chapters highlight the influence of figures such as Olivier Clément and feminist theologians, as well as the experience of the Amazon Synod and a final reflection on Pedro Arrupe.
A narrative and personal theology
Codina’s text is characterized by being a narrative and personal theology, which goes beyond a simple systematic history of the sixty years after the council. Through this work, you can learn about Codina’s life and theological journey, as well as his reflections and experiences that have helped him to be a man of God. This work offers a word that allows us to better understand, love and serve.
A tribute to Víctor Codina
This book is not only a tribute to Víctor Codina, but also to all those people who have contributed to the history of theology during these sixty years. From Christianity and Justice, we want to recognize the importance of these figures and their dedication to theology.
Conclusion
In summary, ‘The Sixty Years of the Second Vatican Council: A Narrative Theological Perspective’ is a book that offers a personal and narrative vision of the sixty years post-conciliar. Through the reflections of Víctor Codina, one can better understand the importance of this event for the Church and contemporary theology. This work is a tribute to Codina and to all those who have contributed to the history of theology in these sixty years.
