The Paradox of Latina Religious Leadership in the Catholic Church: Las Guadalupanas of Kansas City

Torres, T.

Religion and social action is both empowering and limiting for women. This study shows the Guadalupanas' awareness of themselves as agents for change and their difficulties in understanding and maintaining their limited gendered roles within church and community.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2013-12-18

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137372192

DOI: 10.1057/9781137370327

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 202