Religion and U.S. Culture

Authors

  • James L. Heft, SM University of Dayton

Abstract

After reviewing the history of the interplay between religion and culture in the U.S., this article explores important facets of contemporary American society that color the experience and meaning of religious faith. Among these are excessive individualism, a heightened awareness of the need for personal integrity, and the desire for personal religious experience. While religion is often treated as a “classroom pariah” at universities, the author argues that there are numerous possibilities for a more full integration of religion into university life and overall American culture.

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Published

2000-12-01

How to Cite

Heft, SM, J. L. (2000). Religion and U.S. Culture. Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 4(2). Retrieved from https://ejournals.bc.edu/index.php/cej/article/view/239

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 2 (2000)

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