The Church of Christ: A Collection of Essays by Monsignor Joseph C. Fenton

The Church of Christ is a collection of writings by Monsignor Joseph Clifford Fenton, a distinguished American theologian of the twentieth century. These eighteen essays offer manifold rich insights into Christ’s living presence in the Church, the controversies surrounding the marks of the Church, the foundational principles of the Church’s relationship to the state, and more. Shedding light on overlooked or unexplored dimensions of ecclesiology, Fenton invites readers both to develop a deeper understanding of the nature and structure of the Church and to increase their love for the Mystical Body of Christ. The Church of Christ, edited and introduced by Christian D. Washburn, also offers extensive references for those who wish to delve further into the wisdom further on these topics or to read more of Fenton’s works. Read more