Catholicism at the crossroads : how the laity can save the church - Lakeland, Paul, 1946- (New York : Continuum, 2007)
Introduction : stepping up to the plate -- Prayer, discernment, and disagreement -- The role of the laity -- What is so important about accountability? -- Accountability and the laity : what's the point? -- Understanding the sex abuse scandal -- An open church in an open society -- Ten steps toward a more adult church -- The laity, Episcopal leadership, and the mission of the church -- Catholics and America's role in the world -- Catholics and American culture.
Includes bibliographical references.
Keywords: Catholic Church; Lay ministry -- Catholic Church; Laity