People of Faith: A History of Western Christianity

People of Faith is a concise introduction to the history of Christianity as it has been lived and practiced. Beginning at the time of the New Testament the book moves chronologically through the main periods of Christianity, showing how history and belief have been shaped by the many diverse voices attempting to define the faith.

The book skillfully mixes the history of the Church with the stories of those who lived and shaped the faith, and the theology which emerged. Throughout the book, personal narratives, hymns, and confessions are used to illustrate points in the text, and a series of text boxes and sidebars highlight how Christianity was observed through the ages and how official actions impacted on the experiences of ordinary believers. People of Faith is an ideal introduction to the history of Christianity.