This book commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Vatican Council, which concluded in 1965. A selection of essays by distinguished Irish theologians offers an objective assessment of the historical reception and pastoral implementation of Vatican II in Ireland with the benefit of half a centurys hindsight. The authors discuss from a variety of different perspectives the theological significance of the Council for the self-understanding and reform of the Catholic church, both in the past and for the future.

Dermot A. Lane is a well-known Irish theologian and former President of Mater Dei Institute of Education, Dublin City University. He has written extensively on Vatican II over the years. His most recent publications include &ltI>Stepping Stones to Other Religions: A Christian Theology of Interreligious Dialogue &lt/I>(2012) and &ltI>Religion and Education: Reimagining the Relationship &lt/I>(2013). He is currently pastor of Balally parish in Dublin.

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