Patrick Giguere
Auditus Ecclesiae
Gravissimum Educationis - Declaration on Christian Education
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Gravissimum Educationis - Declaration on Christian Education

Vatican II

Pope Paul VI's 1965 Declaration on Christian Education, Gravissimum Educationis, outlines the fundamental principles of Christian education, emphasizing the universal right to education for all people. It stresses the primary role of parents in education, while also highlighting the important contributions of the Church and the state. The document addresses the various types of schools, including Catholic schools and universities, and advocates for cooperation between different educational institutions to foster a more holistic approach to education. Finally, it emphasizes the need for moral and religious education in all schools and the ongoing formation of teachers.

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