Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The Catholic Church has always paid special attention to the media. John Paul II’s pontificate has been especially prolific and broad in this regard. This article seeks to offer a new synthesis of his teachings on the media, taking into consideration some recent bibliographical references. I will focus on the following points. Firstly, the consideration of the media as a positive reality is placed at the service of the person and society (gifts of God). Secondly, its character is a shaper of thought and culture. Then, the understanding of communication as a service (diakonia) to truth and the common good. A fourth point would be the shared responsibility that flows from such a mission (and power). Finally, the use of the media in the task of evangelization to which the Church is committed.
Source: Church Communication and Culture
Author: Alejandro Pardo
Institution: Universidad de Navarra
Language: English
Subfield: Safety Research
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,226
OpenAlex ID: W4409834207