Books

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

Mark Guiney’s debut introduces Gloria Treddle, a spirited young sleuth whose adventures combine humour, moral clarity and the familiar world of Catholic school life

John-Henry Keenan

Freya India argues that social media and consumer culture have hollowed out young women’s inner lives, while leaving open the deeper question of what might restore them

Georgia Gilholy

Alan Don’s witty and revealing private journals illuminate the ceremonial, politics and personalities that shaped Anglican public Christianity between the wars and beyond

Robin Ward

A new translation of Jacques Fesch’s prison journal reveals a profound conversion and a searching testimony of faith on the eve of execution

Archbishop John Wilson