A close, longtime associate of Pope Benedict presents a unique theological and personal portrait of the Pope that gives wonderful insights to both his teachings, and the man himself. This work on the new Pope important in its unique approach to the thought and person of who this Pontiff is for Christians everywhere to better understand him, his leadership and his role as the most respected spiritual teacher in the world.
Presents Pope Benedict's answers to children's questions about First Holy Communion.
In Pope Benedict XVI, bestselling author Stephen Mansfield tells the story of a youth who grew up in Nazi Germany and went from being a liberal theologian associated with Vatican II to a theological conservative who became Pope John ...
Tracey Rowland also addresses the question of Pope Benedict's place in the constellation of contemporary Catholic theologians.
"A daily companion of spiritual meditations by His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI."--Cover, [p.] 4.
This wide-ranging collection draws together some of the finest excerpts from Ratzinger's interviews, speeches, audiences, homilies, and books, with insights on a variety of topics, including the Trinity, the person of Jesus Christ, the ...
Furthermore, Gottlieb Söhngen was said to be extremely demanding and strict in exams. 'Whoever gets Gottlieb, gets beaten,' those in the higher classes whispered. It was Saturday, 11 July 1953. Sounding almost triumphant, the Freising ...
After decades of reporting on the Catholic church and many personal meetings with Joseph Ratzinger, no other writer but Dr. Fischer could present this insightful look at the life of...
This is no stern preachment or ponderous theological tract, but a lively, fast-paced, challenging, even entertaining exchange.
Yet if Joseph Ratzinger had been running for pope, it would be difficult to imagine a more skillful campaign than his performance as dean of the College of Cardinals in the period from the death of John Paul II on April 2 through the ...
A collection of writings and speeches by Pope Benedict XVI introduces his perspectives on key issues marking his papacy, addressing topics ranging from abortion and priesthood sexual misconduct to anti-Semitism and Christian relations with ...