101 Surprising Facts About Church History & St. Peter's And The Vatican (2 Book Set)

The first prototype of today's moving robots was found in a medieval monastery? 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. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican: The Vatican, comprised of the Apostolic Palace, St. Jeffrey Kirby, S.T.L. (St. It's very informative and a great addition to any Catholic home. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican 8½ x 11 inches ISBN: 9781618906878 Format: Softcover Pages: 101 Author: Fr. 2 Book Set101 Surprising Facts About Church HistoryThe perfect Catholic coffee-table book101 Surprising Facts About St. Peter being the first) With beautiful and vivid images of St. Did you know: A Catholic priest held the first insights into the "Big Bang" theory well before anyone else? Beautifully illustrated and chronologically arranged, this work is a reliable guide through centuries of Church figures, facts, and fun. Meconi shows you why the Catholic Church stands as the greatest promoter of human culture and knowledge. Keep it on your coffee-table, flip through it in the car while you wait to pick up the for kids, or have it on your nightstand for easy reading before bed. Dimensions & Specifications: 101 Surprising Facts About Church History: Dimensions: 8.5" x 11" ISBN: 9781618907332 Author: Fr. Thousands of Catholics flock to the Vatican and its iconic basilica each year. David Vincent Meconi, S.J. In 101 Surprising Facts About Church History, Fr. Peter's and the Vatican (2 Book Set) 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. Did you know there were 265 popes before Pope Francis? , 101 Surprising Facts About Church History & St. Language: English Pages: 108 Format: Softcover 101 Surprising Facts About St. Do you know where Pope Francis actually lives? Peter's Basilica, and various other buildings, serves as the headquarters of the Catholic Church. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Uncovers the secrets and surprising facts about the Vatican City and its famous church 101 Surprising Facts About Church History: The Catholic Church is the longest-standing and the most universal of all institutions. 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. Do you know which pope was the first non-Italian pope since 1523 AD? But what do you really know about this great basilica and the city that houses it? Peter's and the Vatican, this is a great way to learn about this wonderful place. 101 Surprising Facts About St.

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101 Surprising Facts About Church History & St. Peter's And The Vatican (2 Book Set)