Review of Theology, Social Sciences, and Sacred Art

Dear Colleagues and Members of the Academic Community,

The current issue of our peer-reviewed scientific journal presents a curated selection of studies that critically examine the dynamic shifts within the fields of history, canon law, social philosophy, and applied social sciences. Our objective in this edition is to provide a robust platform for a multidisciplinary discourse where the historical genesis of institutions intersects with contemporary psycho-pedagogical and social paradigms.

The scientific discourse opens with a study by Martin Davídek, who utilizes a historical-legal lens to scrutinize the phenomenon of Latinization and inter-ecclesial relations within the regions of Bohemia and Moravia. The author meticulously delineates the legal determinants and historical contingencies that have shaped ecclesiastical identity and jurisdictional frameworks in the Central European context.

Building upon this theoretical foundation, Zuzana Budayová explores the axiological intersections between social work and the social philosophy of John Paul II. Her research constitutes a significant contribution to the search for anthropological underpinnings in the helping professions, emphasizing the personalist perspective within the framework of social ethics.

In the realm of environmental psychology and pedagogy, Václav Šimek and Zuzana Budayová investigate the role of color psychology in the school environment. The authors interpret this factor as a determinant of cognitive efficiency and the psychological saturation of educational subjects. This research offers relevant insights for the optimization of the educational micro-environment.

The complexities of foster care support systems are addressed through an empirical investigation by Katarína Bundzelová, Lucia Ludvigh Cintulová, and Anna Pavlovičová. Their analysis of the benefits of volunteering in respite care provides a valuable comparison between volunteer expectations and lived experiences, offering direct implications for the management of social services.

Addressing the challenges of demographic shifts and the ongoing digital transformation of society, Anna Árpová reflects on the urgent necessity of enhancing digital literacy among seniors. Her contribution analytically processesthe risks of digital exclusion and defines strategies for inclusion within the context of lifelong learning.

The current issue concludes with an analysis by Szilvia Buzalová and Beáta Dobová regarding the specificities of communicative interaction among individuals with intellectual disabilities in residential care settings. The authors identify key communication barriers and propose methodologies aimed at enhancing the quality of professional intervention and care.

We believe that this issue, characterized by its thematic diversity and methodological rigor, will contribute significantly to the advancement of scientific knowledge and serve as an inspiring resource for both further theoretical inquiry and the implementation of research findings into professional practice.

The Editorial Board