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101 Surprising Facts About Church History
101 Surprising Facts About Church History
101 Surprising Facts About Church History
101 Surprising Facts About Church History
101 Surprising Facts About Church History

101 Surprising Facts About Church History

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Discover the remarkable legacy of the Catholic Church with "101 Surprising Facts About Church History" by Fr. David Vincent Meconi, S.J. This beautifully illustrated book offers intriguing insights into the Church's contributions over 2,000 years, from scientific advances to cultural achievements. Perfect for Catholics and non-Catholics alike, this captivating read is an ideal coffee-table addition. See more...

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  • 101 Surprising Facts About Church History
  • An enjoyable, delightful read
  • Filled with large, glossy images
  • The perfect coffee-table book
  • Interesting for Catholics and non-Catholics
The Catholic Church is the longest-standing and the most universal of all institutions. The contributions made by Catholic men and women over the past 2000 years are most impressive, from a properly functioning calendar to the inventions of many things that we all take for granted today.   In 101 Surprising Facts About Church History, Fr. Meconi, SJ walks readers through the most amazing achievements of Christ's Body on earth. From economic and mercantile developments to scientific and astronomical advances, from the cataloging of zoological and botanical species to the cherishing of beautiful music and fine arts, Fr. Meconi shows you why the Catholic Church stands as the greatest promoter of human culture and knowledge.   Did you know:
  • A Catholic priest held the first insights into the "Big Bang" theory well before anyone else?
  • The first prototype of today's moving robots was found in a medieval monastery?
  • Many types of food and drink have their origins within the Church, including cappuccino, sparkling wine, and pretzels
  • The Holy Bible was the first work of the Gutenberg Press
  • The Church has patron saints for all sorts of things, including headaches, ugliness, fireworks, hangovers, and television
Fr. Meconi's 101 Surprising Facts About Church History takes you through 2,000 years of amazing achievements and contributions by the Church and her many sons and daughters. Beautifully illustrated and chronologically arranged, this work is a reliable guide through centuries of Church figures, facts, and fun.


SKU: 1021304

  • Author: Fr. David Vincent Meconi, S.J.
  • Format: Softcover
  • Pages: 108
  • Dimensions: 8.5" x 11"

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Overall rating: 4.9545455 / 5 from 22 reviews.

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So interesting. . .

"This is a fun book full of interesting facts that will make me the champ at the next trivia game and it's a quick read too. Win win!"

— SANDRA L. (5/5)

This book made me smarter.

"This book offers quite an array of short, but informative and engaging bits of Church history. The photos are only two of several favorites which I have shared with numerous family and friends."

— Nora B. (5/5)

Fascinating!

"This is a great book to give to those returning to our Church after some years away, to re-learn and to learn for the first time, some of our Church's amazing & rich history!"

— Barbara M. (5/5)

I thoroughly enjoyed this easy

"I thoroughly enjoyed this easy to read book."

— Richard S. (5/5)

Enrichment

"This book with its short story format is loaded with interesting and fascinating information about our church history. It has enriched my faith."

— Edward B. (5/5)

I love reading about my

"I love reading about my Catholic faith and how it has evolved over the many years through the good times and the bad"

— Donna C. (5/5)

Surprising Facts

"I always enjoy learning about the many facts of our Catholic Church. We are blessed to be a part of salvation history."

— Guy O. (5/5)

Interesting Read

"Very interesting little know facts. Thanks"

— Marcia Q. (5/5)

Most Enlightening

"This book told me amazing, wonderful, intriguing, and enlightening things about the history of our faith. It truly is great."

— David B. (5/5)

Excellent book title

"Excellent research, great photos, and well written"

— Gary S. (5/5)

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