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The Renovation Manipulation - Reviews "Despite the efforts of the Church, there remains much confusion among the clergy and the faithful regarding ecclesiastical architecture. Such confusion can only be cleared by a patient presentation of the authentic teaching of the Church. Michael S. Rose has prepared a valuable resource for us all in The Renovation Manipulation by rendering an orderly presentation and cogent commentary on the Church's pronouncements in this area."—John Cardinal O'Connor "Against the tide of iconoclastic trends in building and renovation, Mr. Michael S. Rose offers us his valuable insights into the origins, nature, and strategies of those who would secularize the House of God. Most importantly, Mr. Rose provides his readers with a rich selection of official Church teachings to inform, inspire, and direct the faithful in matters of sacred architecture. The Renovation Manipulation is an insightful and faithful guide to those who desire to see the church in which they worship as an edifice to the greater glory of God." --Most
Rev. Fabian W. Bruskewitz "Michael S. Rose has written more than a warning about the physically and spiritually destructive process that often results from Catholic church renovations. He has provided priests and parishioners with armor to resist a calculated and misguided onslaught of what he terms the archi-liturgical establishment. Rose’s handbook should be required reading for all parish building committees; it will not be found on recommendation lists of liturgical consultants!" —Thomas
Gordon Smith, AIA "Well-documented, The Renovation Manipulation is an excellent resource for Catholics struggling with renovators who want to change their parish churches. In examining the problems that occur when renovations are undertaken without a true consensus among parishioners, Michael S. Rose has done a service in delineating the problem and providing resource and information to counter the elitists who want to change the look of churches as a means of changing the Church herself." —William
A. Donohue "The Renovation Manipulation is a worthwhile addition to the discussion of art and architecture as it has developed since the Second Vatican Council: 1. By its
precise definition of the current controversial methods
of remodeling; Not a few wags have remarked that it is easier to get a dispensation from the divine eternal law than from "Environment and Art in Catholic Worship," a statement which seems to me to have flown under false colors from the very moment of its appearance." —Most
Rev. Thomas G. Doran At the beginning of the Third Millennium, there is much to reflect on concerning the rich architectural heritage of the Catholic Church. Unfortunately, attacks against these sermons in stone continue by some who lack vision and appreciation of the past. Michael Rose's new book lays bare the intentions of these modern iconoclasts and brings to light the Church's consistent teaching on the importance of preservation of Catholic art and architecture. His recommendations for defending the churches built by our grandparents are practical and steeped in experience. I highly recommend it to every church preservation committee. —Duncan
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