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“Do you know anyone who wants to understand what Catholicism is all about? This book is the perfect concise introduction to the Catholic Faith in the 21st century.
Kairos Volume 20 Issue 6
“This is a persuasive, gently written, thoughtful paperback aimed at the non-Christian reader and is part of a series.... I use the expression ‘gently written’ because that is what emerges from the book – here are no forceful debating-points, brilliantly scored, written with glee, and supported by footnotes. Rather, there is a systematic tackling of Church doctrine and history, with a good glossary (everything from “altar” and “Assumption” through “Liberation theology” to “Ressourcement” “Transubstantiation” and “theology of the body”), useful recommendations for further reading, and an excellent index. The tone throughout is not argumentative or even particularly emphatic. It is courteous and explanatory, rather as if the author is talking to a good friend whom she has known for years and is aware carries certain anti-Catholic prejudices and considerable ignorance but also goodwill and genuine interest in the subject of the Church.... If I were a University chaplain, or a priest giving talks to schools about the Faith, I would use this book and pass it on to enquirers. It is an honest introduction to the huge reality of God and his Church, and speaks in a way that is likely appeal to today’s generation.
Joanna Bogle, Faith Magazine