The Great Facade

The Great Façade is the essential book for Catholics wishing to stay abreast with the latest changes to the Church and its history. In the second edition, co-author Christopher A. Ferrara brings the original work up to date with six new chapters evaluating and responding to the ‘fourth great crisis’ in Catholic Church history. This edition addresses what Bishop Athanasius Schneider has called 'the fourth great crisis' and documents attempts at ecclesial restoration by both Benedict XVI and recently, Pope Francis. It also covers some of Pope Francis’ most controversial reforms such as his recent Synod on The Family and process for determining matrimonial nullity, making it a must-read for faithful Catholics looking to understand and responsibly address this unprecedented era in Church history. Carefully researched, critically insightful, and likely controversial among many members of the faith community, The Great Façade is an objectively honest assessment of today's Catholic Church tha