Description
THE STORY OF THE CHURCH has been written for boys and girls with the hope that, as they learn from the story that it tells, their love of Christ in His Church will increase and that a lifelong interest in Church History will be enkindled. As much as imaginable we have tried to weave our story around the great women and men who in every age have labored heroically for the spread of the Kingdom of Christ and who have won for themselves the most glorious title that may be given to a human being, the title of Saint. Christ lived in them and through them revealed to the world the power and the wonderful thing about His Gospel. (From the Writer s Preface.)
Originally published in 1935 and reprinted many times. A famous textbook in Church history woven around the lives of the famous; influential saints who labored heroically in every age to spread the Kingdom of Christ. 7th through 12th grade level. Copiously illustrated. A wonderful introduction to Church history for anyone–simple yet covers a lot! Includes list of popes and chronological table of Church events. Impr. 521 pgs 156 Illus; PB