Classic Catholic Converts
Author: Fr. Charles P. Connor
Classic Catholic Converts presents the compelling stories of over 25 well-known converts to Catholicism from the 19th and 20th centuries. It tells of powerful testimonials to God's grace, men and women from all walks of life in Europe and America whose search for the fullness of truth led them to the Catholic Church. It is the witness of brilliant intellectuals, social workers, scientists, authors, film producers, clergy, businessmen, artists and others who, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, studied and prayed their way into the Church.
Fr. Charles Connor writes insightful and wonderfully readable stories of a rich variety of converts who struggled greatly with many challenges as they embraced Catholicism, including rejection by loved ones, persecution from strangers, and misunderstanding by peers. But, once they responded to God's call, they experienced great inner peace, contentment and joy. Among the famous converts whose stories are told here include John Henry Newman, Edith Stein, Jacques Maritain, Dorothy Day, G.K. Chesterton, Elizabeth Seton, Karl Stern, Ronald Knox and many more.
"A
great gift at a moment of history when conversions to the Catholic Church are
receiving renewed attention. Marvelously readable stories highlight the vivid
diversity of the personalities and the unity of the truth that still brings
restless souls into full communion with the Church of Jesus Christ."
—Rev. Richard John Neuhaus Editor, First Things
"This
fine parade of men and women, described with insight by Father Connor, shows
how long is the reach of the Holy Spirit and how varied are the personalities
He has gathered to Himself."
—Rev. George W. Rutler Author, A Crisis of Saints
"The
touching conversion stories that Fr. Connor so concisely presents convey the
joys as well as the struggles that converts continue to experience on their
journey into the Catholic Church."
—Marcus C. Grodi President, The Coming Home Network
"This
book reminds 'cradle Catholics' of the pearl of great Price that is ours and
should motivate many of us to a sharper sense of evangelization as the new Millennium
begins. Rich information and valuable insights abound-highly recommended!"
—Most Reverend Edwin F. O'Brien Archbishop for the Military Services
Fr. Charles Connor, a pastor of a parish in the diocese of Scranton, PA, is an expert in Church history. He is the host of several television series on EWTN including Historic Catholic Convert
ISBN:
9780898707878
Author: Fr. Charles P. Connor
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Length: 220 pages
Edition: Paperback
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