Four women—Hildegard of Bingen; Catherine of Siena; Teresa of Avila; and Thérèse of Lisieux—have been honored with the title "Doctor of the Church." But what does that title mean and what do these women mean for us today? Elizabeth Dreyer examines the history-changing effect each of their unique theologies have had on our Church and our world. She explains how our understanding of the cross; the incarnation of the Holy Spirit; and the human person have been enhanced by the work of these women. They may not have planned to be thought of as theologians; but reading about their lives; teaching; and writings will have a profound effect on how you live your faith.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This was more of an 'apology' written by a Lutheran ...By D. Gregg MunsonThis was more of an 'apology' written by a Lutheran minister to discuss the lingering issues that separates the Lutherans from the the Roman Catholic church. I'm afraid that I did not learn any more than I already knew; certainly no more regarding Luther himself and his motives.22 of 23 people found the following review helpful. The book's title may mislead; but this is a 5-star bookBy David CrummI agree with many of the other reviewers of this book—ironically; the many-star reviews and a bit of the few-star reviews. As a lifelong journalist; I understand why the book's "headline;" it's title; is misleading and I'm adding my own 5-star review here to help clarify. Clearly; the cover image; title and subtitle were chosen to sell more copies of this book at the 500th anniversary of the date Luther supposedly nailed up his complaints about the Catholic church. When I first saw the cover; I expected a book all about that day—and that era.Instead; this is indeed a very important small volume written by Marty—and also by the best-selling Catholic author James Martin; who wrote the Foreword to this book—examining the issues that sprang from that date and cascade down to us; half a millennium later. To be fair to the low-star reviews here; they're right: If you're buying this book expecting a gripping historical narrative about 1517; then you'll be mistaken.What has happened in the decades leading up to this anniversary is many; many dialogues and studies involving Lutheran and Catholic leaders. No; not all Lutheran groups participated. But there was historic involvement by a number of Lutheran leaders; especially in Europe and that led to the amazing start to this "anniversary year" in late October 2015 including Pope Francis in Sweden in joint worship with Lutherans. This is the first centennial of the key date in Luther's career that is being jointly commemorated by Catholic and Lutheran leaders together in Europe.This volume; both Marty's short text and James Martin's Foreword; seek to clarify issues surrounding this history and to point toward areas of emerging convergence. Obviously; many Christians still object and disagree on these issues. But; if you do buy and read this volume; you'll understand a whole lot more about how the events Luther set off in 1517 have an important legacy in our contemporary world.1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. IlluminatingBy Roy FlinchbaughIlluminating writing for a troubled but significant period.
