Welcome!
This simple site is here to introduce you to some of my writing, and particularly to my book Rome & Canterbury, The Elusive Search for Unity.
Rome & Canterbury describes the theological dialogue and ecumenical progress that’s been made between the Anglican Communion and the Roman Catholic Church, which is one aspect of the Ecumenical Movement, the worldwide project that works to make Christianity one in some new sense. While this work is complex and unpredictable, there has been unmistakable theological and practical progress. More unites than separates these two churches. I'd be delighted to come and talk at your church or organization; please don't hesitate to contact me.
- Mary Reath
“This is terrific! an amazingly concise but really interesting overview of a long and complex history that I wish we could put in the hands of every diocesan ecumenical officer.” —The Rev. Canon David Veal, Episcopal Diocesan Ecumenical Officers
“[Reath] offers a positive and hopeful consideration of shared history, theology, and belief. This sensitively and respectfully written book is complete with seven appendixes. Recommended for all collections.” —John-Leonard Berg, Univ. of Wisconsin Lib., Platteville
“Reath is a fine writer. Rome and Canterbury is a book that could -- and should -- be read and discussed in appropriate theology classes and parish book clubs. It is an ideal dialogue tool for Roman Catholic and Episcopal laity.” —Denise Lardner Carmody, America Magazine, February 25, 2008
Click HERE for the holograph foreword to Rome and Canterbury by John Macquarrie
Click HERE for more Information about Rome and Canterbury, The Elusive Search for Unity.
Praise for Rome and Canterbury:
“A hugely valuable resource, representing a lot of careful work on the sources; but also the sense of your own personal spiritual questioning in these pages makes it still more helpful.” —The Most Rev. Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury
“An important and timely contribution to ecumenical dialogue.” —The Rt. Rev. Frank T. Griswold III, former Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church in America.
“She tells a fascinating story with insight and commitment.” —The Rev. Dr. John Polkinghorne, physicist and Anglican priest
