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Both books consist of questions Fr flamer has answered in his column on every imaginable Catholic issue, including matters of doctrine, liturgical practice, morality and prayer. Most readers probably use these books as a resource when they have notable questions, however, you could also use them for private theological and spiritual reading, since Fr flamer’s pastoral experience and learning make them equally edifying and enjoyable. One of the better known, and better informed Catholic journalists, Allen is esteemed for his balance in reporting on religious issues. A master at presenting the diversity of Catholic thought on controversial issues, Allen perpetual includes the official Catholic teaching, so that no one can doubt what it is. Taken mainly from homilies and general audiences, these pieces are a mixture of reflections on Scripture, theological musings and spiritual and devotional thoughts, organized under the headings of phrases from the Creed. This book would be very relevant for private devotional reading, and would even be good for use in mature discussion groups in parishes, since it contains so much to reflect upon. Taking a very different route from Pope Benedict’s book, Fr Longenecker wants us to receive a look at the Creed, standing on our heads’. His book tries to vibrate up the reader and really consider the faith they profess, sometimes thoughtlessly, in the Creed. It is a fun book to read, as he sees the Catholic faith as something challenging, funny, imaginative and edgy’ and his book reflects this. His reflections on Scripture are fascinating, based on entirely orthodox historical and theological knowledge, such as his discussion of Our Lady’s virginity, and what this concept really means when you look at it anew. His new book, fair out, is almost a sequel to Quest for the Creed, although you could read either as standalone books quite happily. Beautifully conceived and written, it is an extended meditation on the way fantasy reflects the huge truths, making them visible to us and helping us on our individual quests. He wrote the book as a reference for all the Catholics (and non Catholics) who received an insufficient religious education, and who see the Church merely as a strict authority with a negative view about sex. In other words, he is seeking to pack in the gaps that exist in knowledge about the Church, with basic information about Catholic doctrine, and how this is reflected in the life of the Church. Piece one of the book covers God, starting with the Resurrection and looking at the Trinity, and portion two shows how the mystery of the Trinity leads to our beliefs and practices. While there are some footnotes included, and a very detailed subject index and index of Biblical passages, it is not an academic book. The three piece programmed is designed for anyone interested in Christianity, and does not presuppose any religious knowledge. Elegantly presented with a huge soundtrack of church music through the ages, and filmed in some of the world’s maximum important religious places, this series is a amusement to watch. Fr Barron’s suave manner and laid back style make even the more complex topics flow delightfully, and donate the viewer a appropriate idea of the main thrust of each topic, as well as the beauty of the truths being discussed. The five DDS are divided up with 2 topics on each disc, and they can be impaired individually or shown in packed as a series for inferior students or adults. As the DVD says, Catholicism taught us what the Church teaches and why. Where goods are faulty, wrongly described, diverse from a sample shown to you or don’t do what they are supposed to, you can choose between a refund, exchange or repair. The item is returned within one month of purchase. If you are an international customer, or a local customer wanting something shipped overseas, delight request a postage quote either during the checkout process or via email.