O discipulado como fundamento da evangelização limiar da radicalidade do Evangelho na Igreja

Abstract

This dissertation explores the theme of discipleship as the foundation of evangelisation and the radical nature of the Gospel in the Church. It aims to understand how discipleship manifests itself through evangelisation, especially in the context of Salesian youth ministry, where the formation and accompaniment of young people is essential. This study explores discipleship in the light of Sacred Scripture, the Church's magisterium and tradition, emphasising that a personal relationship with Christ qualifies the disciple who wants to be a living witness to the Gospel. The formation of a disciple in volves the will and freedom of the young person; only in this way will they be able to give a conscious response to their Christian vocation, enabling them to become agents of transformation and inspiration in their environment. In reflecting on the missionary and community dimension of discipleship, this work emphasises the importance of belonging to the Church as a place of service and spiritual growth. In this way, discipleship is identified not only as a path to personal holiness, but also as the foundation for building a culture of communion, and an essential encounter for building the values of the Gospel in today's world.

Date of Award	23 Jun 2025
Original language	Portuguese
Awarding Institution	Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Supervisor	Luís M. Figueiredo Rodrigues (Supervisor)