Gaudete in Domino

On Christian Joy

St. Paul VI1975-05-09Current

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Overview

Explores joy in creation, Scripture, Christ, the saints, the liturgy, suffering, conversion, and Christian witness.

Why This Document Matters

It offers a substantial theology and spirituality of joy rather than a merely emotional treatment.

Historical Context

Issued by St. Paul VI in 1975, this apostolic exhortation addresses the pastoral, doctrinal, or governing needs of its period while remaining part of the Church's continuing documentary tradition.

Authority and Status

Genre: Apostolic Exhortation
Authority class: Papal apostolic exhortation
Juridical force: Doctrinal and pastoral
Current status: Current
Promulgated: 1975-05-09

Authoritative papal pastoral and magisterial guidance; any cited definitive teaching retains its own proper authority.

Key Points

Spirituality & PrayerChristologyEvangelization & Mission

Major Themes

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