Published recently, The Spirit of Catholicism is a book in which I present the substance of Catholic belief and life, what the res catholica
believes itself essentially to be. From its basis in the Bible,
learning from key figures of Christian history, and in the full light of
Pope Francis's missionary ethos, this account of Catholicism seeks to cast new
light on familiar teachings, the treasure carried by this 'earthen
vessel'.
Neither apologetic nor controversial, it shows how
embodiment is at the heart of Catholicism – Christ, Mary, sacraments, a
historical institution. It shows how this body is structured and
develops into a form of life marked by a special kind of fraternity and
resulting in a particular presence in human history and society.
Catholic
teachings about Mary and the Eucharist, about hierarchy and authority,
about spiritual life and pastoral care, about holiness and love, are
presented in their deepest and fullest context: Christ as the Son of God
and head of humanity, the Holy Spirit giving energy and new life, and
the Father, the great love that awaits us.
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