Church

A History of the Church

Mike Aquilina

Aquilina tells the Christian story through the examination of 100 objects and places. Some, like Michelangelo's Pietà, are priceless works of art. Others, like a union membership pin, don’t hold much monetary value.

But through each of them, Aquilina offers a rewarding look at the history of the Church.

2017   448 pages   R385.00

The Ecumenism of Beauty

Editor: Timothy Verdon

The last fifty years have seen a rediscovery of the role of the visual arts in the lives of all Christians. In tune with this ecumenical age, this book shares the belief that beauty and art can bridge differences, unite people in "shared admiration," and possibly become an instrument of communion among separated Christians.

The authors of this book are Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican, and Protestant artists, scholars, and clergy who in 2017 will take part in a symposium organized to commemorate the Reformation, which began when Martin Luther published his 95 theses in 1517. With sessions in Paris, Strasburg, Florence, New Haven (CT), and Orleans (MA), the symposium is promoted by Catholic and Protestant schools of theology together with Mount Tabor Centre for Art and Spirituality, in Barga, Italy.

2017    125.00 pages    R449.00

Yours Is the Church: How Catholicism Shapes Our World

Mike Aquilina

Celebrates the key role the Catholic Church has played in culture, history, and society, detailing the many ways the Church has transformed our world.

While not skirting the issues and failures that have plagued the Church, Mike Aquilina inspires everyday Catholics to recognize the Church's proactive role in courageously preserving spiritual freedom and nourishing culture from its inception through the present day.

Yours Is the Church is sure to renew the confidence of Catholics everywhere.

2012    134 pages    R176.50

 
A World Church in Our Backyard: How the Spirit Moved Church and Society

Simon C. Kim

As a theologian of culture, Simon C. Kim focuses on doing theology within a particular context. His own experience of church and identity is the impetus for his theological reflections as he strives to make faith generationally and culturally relevant.

His stories, experiences, and theological reflection resonate both with initial immigrants and with the next generation and have won high praise from both groups as they draw on their Catholic faith to navigate their way in Church and society.

His publications reveal his level of academia and illustrate the bridging of his theological endeavours and pastoral engagements.

2016    152 pages    R299.50