The Church in Crisis

Description

In the history of the Church, few topics have greater significance yet with so little coverage in texts such as this. It seems a topic far too often overlooked. In this work, Dr. Hughes leans heavily on Cardinal Newman before him to expound on this all-to-overlooked and under-analyzed topic of Church history. Yet Dr. Hughes makes Church history accessible in a style much easier to follow that Cardinal Newman's. The writing in this work is clear and entertaining - not just an historical treatise but in a style that is easy to follow and a pleasure to read. The ease of reading is not a reflection or implication of brevity or lack of depth; Dr. Hughes brings great depth of understanding to this topic yet does so in a style that makes those depths accessible to most readers. This work is a must have for any library of Church history.

Description

Presents a comprehensive survey of the origins, accomplishments and significance of the twenty General Council of the Catholic Church through 1500 years of history. Defines the General Council and analyzes its chief functions, its place in the life of the Church, and explains how each Cuncil came to be called and what each accomplished.

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Other Editions

• The Church in Crisis: A History of the General Councils, 325-1870HardbackHanover House1961-01-01
• The church in crisisHanover House1960-01-01
• The church in crisisBurns & Oates1961-01-01