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The series closes with a summons to hope and courage evoking the spirit of Pope John Paul II. The authors seem to agree that teachers of
Catholic doctrine can succeed if they are joyful witnesses to the Lord as he continues to dwell in the community of faith." He acknowledges the difficulties of passing on the faith to the next generation. His editing and collaboration with others starts an important discussion not only to bring to light these serious problems, but also to solve them.
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