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This book is an easy-to-read, well-documented story of the Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church. The second part of this work analyzes Vatican II and its effect on our world today. The turbulent history of the Catholic Church will come alive as the centuries unfold before the reader. God's tender care for His children and amid life's storms and tumultuous times is evident and unmistakable.
An Excellent Research Book with Maps and Charts
For Easy ReferenceRead about
- Popes and Antipopes
- Vatican II and Its Aftermath
- Councils and Pseudo Councils
- Saints who Changes the Course of History
- Heresies that Threatened the Life of the Church
- Amazing Parallels Between Past Ages and Our Own
July 7, 2004
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Mel Gibson's recent movie, The Passion of the Christ, has caused a tremendous worldwide interest in Christianity. As a result, religious books are now the third leading seller in the market according to Book Industry Study Group (a market research firm).
In light of this fact, the newly published book, Tumultuous Times, written by the twin brothers, Fr. Francisco Radecki and Fr. Dominic Radecki, is a must on your list. It is an unprecedented work.
Impeccably researched, the first part of this book vividly describes the exciting and turbulent history of the 20 Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church. The second part examines the controversial changes made at Vatican II.
Tumultuous Times is a scholarly work that will appeal to a wide audience, from the high school student to the theological expert since it has a reader-friendly format that reads like a novel. The 655-page book is hardbound and beautifully embossed. It is being sold for $29.95.
An exhaustive look at the history of the Catholic religion
Written by two priests who are identical twins and members of the Congregation of the Mary Immaculate Queen, Tumultuous Times: Twenty General Councils of the Catholic Church & Vatican II and Its Aftermath is an exhaustive look at the history of the Catholic religion. The first half extensively describes the history of the "Twenty General Councils of the Catholic Church" from 325-1870 AD and their role in defining and clarifying Catholic doctrine. The second half scrutinizes "Vatican II and Its Aftermath" (1962-1965), including the New Mass and Sacraments. Emphasizing the importance of constancy in church doctrine despite pressure from outside and constantly changing environments, Tumultuous Times is a resource that reflects the abiding faith of its authors, as well as their passionate conviction that that there can only be one true church. A powerfully written blend of extensive research and deeply held belief in the value of staying true to faith and tradition. - Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
The author's passion for the subject is evident throughout the text, and this two-piece tome is quite an accomplishment. The author is a tireless researcher, and the thoroughness of this endeavor is impressive. Summarizing the history of the general councils of the Catholic Church is a huge undertaking, and this author should feel very proud for having compiled this text. It's enormouly informative and certainly interesting for the devout Catholic reader interested in his/her religion's history. - 2005 Writer's Digest International Book Awards
A Must Read for all Catholics
A must on any list of religious books, the impeccably researched work, Tumultuous Times, is an unprecedented work and makes the history of the Catholic Church come alive. Tumultuous Times will appeal to a wide audience, from the high school student to the theological expert. It has an extensive bibliography and could be used as a textbook on Church history. Numerous charts, 20 maps and extensive footnotes, bibliography and index make it a great research book. - Paula M. Storm, M.I.L.S., an academic Librarian
Greatest work of research on the Church today!
This book is a wonderful source of research and truth about the glory of Holy Mother Church. This book is at its base a history book, very thorough in its approach, yet incredibly fascinating and very easy to read. If there is only one book that you will read in regards to religion, let this be the one. - Barnes & Noble reviewer
The Best Book on Councils in modern times
Finally a work that is getting the national recognition it deserves. The Fathers Radecki give a thourough light on every church council, the popes and saints that participated and the controversies that precipitated the need for each council. The expose on the history and plots which columated at Vatican II is superb. - Sean Murray
Tumultuous Times a must read
This is a book which is truly the history of the Catholic Church right up to the present day. This has never been done before. Tumultuous Times is meticulously researched, and authenticly documented, it is not tarnished with critisism and simply defines why truth and error are never compatable. This is a must read for all catholics, as well as all other religions. - R. D Valente
The authors, Fr. Dominic and Fr. Francisco Radecki are identical twins who were born in Toledo, Ohio. They are members of the Congregation of Mary Immaculate Queen and were ordained to the priesthood on May 27, 1988. Fr. Dominic has been pastor of Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Newhall, California for 16 years. Fr. Francisco was pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel in Akron, Ohio for five years, and has been at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Wayne, Michigan for 11 years.
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675 pages | hardbound with glossy dust jacket
ISBN: 0-9715061-0-8