The Church's secret weapon to fight the Reformation

Martin Luther caused a dark and divisive cloud to sweep through Europe in 1517. His Ninety-Five Theses challenged virtually ever aspect of our beloved Catholic Faith. Confusion gripped the faithful, calling into question everything from the sacraments to the saints. People began to question if Jesus is really present in the Eucharist. They were no longer confident that the saints were praying for us. These storm-tossed waters needed to be quelled . . . And so catechists of their day called in the visual arts SWAT team, which included: Michelangelo The Last Judgement The edgy Caravaggio. The Entombment of Christ The theatrical Bernini. Ecstasy of St. Teresa  The graceful Guido Reni. St. Peter Penitent And the colorful Barocci. Institution of the Eucharist Convinced that to win over the unlettered, the best place to fight heresy was not in the streets, but in stone and on canvas. In these fascinating pages, art historian Elizabeth Lev explains how a glorious wave of beautiful sacred art drew people together instead of driving them apart. Bishop Robert Barron  calls this book "finely crafted" and "absorbing." Peggy Noonan says it is "a treat for the eye and the soul." These and other creative artists who led the Counter-Reformation masterfully affirmed the beauty of the teachings of the Catholic Church. You'll not only meet the fascinating artists who formed this cadre's core . . . You will revel in scores of their full-color paintings included among these pages. And you will profit from the lucid explanations of their lovely creations . . . Works that have touched the hearts and deepened the faith of millions of pilgrims who have made it to Rome to gaze upon them. "Liz Lev so brilliantly connects art and faith that you will experience every painting, statue and church in a deeper, emotionally powerful and spiritually fulfilling way. " Newt Gingrich How Catholic Art Saved the Faith: The Triumph of Beauty and Truth in Counter-Reformation Art by Elizabeth Lev Paperback — 320 pages List price: $18.95  Today's Sale Price: $14.99! BUY NOW "Elizabeth Lev skillfully shows how one of the most effective responses to the Protestant Reformation was not argument, but art."  Cardinal Timothy Dolan  "This is a work not only about beauty but of beauty. It will captivate those who love art, love the faith, love great writing or love all three."  Fr. Roger J. Landry National Chaplain, Catholic Voices USA After deepening your faith with sacred art, let EWTN's Rome Correspondent Joan Lewis take you on an expert guided tour of Rome and the Vatican. Having walked the cobblestone streets of Rome for more than 20 years, Joan is the ultimate guide for anyone interested in the Eternal City. In these pages, Joan offers an invaluable guide to Rome, the Vatican, Vatican Gardens, the Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, the catacombs, Castel Gandolfo and tons of churches in Rome. She also shares . . . Key features of Catholic architecture   How to get tickets for papal events   Liturgical customs   How to obtain an indulgence   A great list of restaurants   How to visit Vatican City   And so much more! When you make a pilgrimage to Rome, there's no better guide than EWTN's Joan Lewis. Get BOTH books for only $19.99! BUY NOW Order online above, or call 1-800-888-9344 www.SophiaInstitute.com Get one book a month for only $15? Learn more: