"The Faith of Our Fathers" by James Gibbons is a detailed explanation defending the beliefs of the Catholic Church. Focusing on key ideas that have caused disagreement among different Christian groups, Gibbons seeks to clearly explain Catholic ideas and practices. The author hopes to reach a Protestant audience by giving them complete insight of Catholic beliefs. The book begins by stating the purpose, aimed at people who don't know about Catholic teachings, specifically Protestants with inaccurate ideas. Gibbons argues that his goal is to clear up confusion providing historical background for Catholic beliefs, starting with the Trinity and the Incarnation. Gibbons stresses how important it is for the Church to be unified, using scripture and tradition, also points out that Catholic faith will hold up against false claims from critics.
The Faith of Our Fathers
By James Gibbons
Explore the doctrines of faith where misunderstandings are cleared and unity is sought through the explanation of misunderstood theology.
Summary
About the AuthorJames Cardinal Gibbons was an American Catholic prelate who served as Apostolic Vicar of North Carolina from 1868 to 1872, Bishop of Richmond from 1872 to 1877, and as Archbishop of Baltimore from 1877 until his death.
James Cardinal Gibbons was an American Catholic prelate who served as Apostolic Vicar of North Carolina from 1868 to 1872, Bishop of Richmond from 1872 to 1877, and as Archbishop of Baltimore from 1877 until his death.
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