A hospitalidade como epifania do reinado de Deus

: concretizações caritativas na pastoral paroquial

Abstract

This work seeks to first address the issue of understanding the meaning of the “reign of God” and its evolution, from the biblical perspective to its interpretation throughout the history of the Church. The influence of Joachimite thought, Dominican mysticism, and the interpretation of various theologians and philosophers such as Saint Augustine, Luther, Ignatius of Loyola and Johannes Weiss are analyzed, as well as their contributions to the understanding of the expression. Next, hospitality is examined in the context of the parish, highlighting the meaning of welcome and dedication. It appears that this manifests the “reign of God” through various practices, such as fraternal love, sharing, the willingness to listen and be with others, and the welcome that is essential for global and credible evangelization. Finally, the importance of parishes in the face of the phenomenon of migration is highlighted, highlighting the need for welcoming, valuing cultural and religious diversity, as well as promoting social justice. Furthermore, the importance of charity and solidarity is emphasized, both at an individual and institutional level, and the need for the integration of immigrants into the life of the parish. The fundamental importance of training catechists and other pastoral agents is also highlighted in order to meet the specific needs of migrants. The Church's mission to welcome and integrate migrants is also highlighted, promoting unity and communion between different cultures and ethnic groups present in the parish's geography.

Date of Award	23 Sept 2024
Original language	Portuguese
Awarding Institution	Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Supervisor	Luís M. Figueiredo Rodrigues (Supervisor)