Religious Freedom: Development and Reception of Vatican II’s Dignitatis Humanae in the United States
Author: David Hollenbach
October 1, 2025
Rev. David Hollenbach, S.J., contributed a chapter to the publication Vatican II in North America, Australia, and Oceania, edited by C.E. Clifford, M. Faggioli, R. Lennan, and O. Rush. This volume in the 12-part Intercontinental Commentary on the Second Vatican Council series brings together North American, Australian, and Oceanian scholars examining regional contributions to Vatican II and the reception of the council in local churches. The book notes the significant impact of Vatican II on Catholic life and the continuing need for local communities to engage its teachings amid changing social conditions.
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