Books

In this extract from 'Jesus, the Man Who Lives', Malcolm Muggeridge reflects on the mystery of the Incarnation and the Virgin Birth, arguing that faith offers truths beyond the reach of modern scepticism

Malcolm Muggeridge

Todd Nettleton recounts the story of an Ethiopian pastor whose life was transformed from violence to faithful service through the love of Christ

Todd Nettleton

Freedom Under Grace will collect homilies, addresses and writings from Robert Francis Prevost’s years as prior general of the Order of St Augustine

The Catholic Herald

What if our fascination with decline reveals not the collapse of civilisation, but a crisis of historical imagination?

Lola Salem

A new book explores the Baptist’s role as prophet, martyr and herald of Christ, reminding modern Christians of his enduring significance

Clement Harrold

Fr Armand de Malleray’s ‘Painting Reality’ invites readers to look beyond aesthetics and history to recover the theological meaning embedded within sacred art

Jan C. Bentz

A parish reading group at the Oxford Oratory has spent eight years exploring Catholic literature, history and theology while fostering conversation, friendship and faith

Robin Aitken

A century after his death, Antoni Gaudí’s extraordinary vision for the Barcelona church stands close to fulfilment

Mark McGinness

Gabriel Wilson OSB’s account of beekeeping combines practical knowledge, monastic insight and a profound attentiveness to the natural world

Melanie McDonagh

Joseph Kelly's 'Long Reign of Silence' argues that monasteries shaped Britain's learning, government and culture – and that their destruction transformed the nation

Jan C. Bentz