Michael Peppard reviews "Destroyer of the Gods: Early Christian Distinctiveness in the Roman World" by Larry W. Hurtado.

Larry Madaras reviews "The Evangelicals: An Essential History for the Struggle to Shape America" by Frances Fitzgerald.

How does one define Christian poetry?

Raymond A. Schroth, S.J. contributed more than 60 features to these pages, chronicling the most important events in the life of this country and the church throughout the world.

In a bewildering new staging at The Public Theater, Oscar Isaac is giving a rich, riveting lead turn as the dubious Danish prince.

Usain Bolt has become a living legend in a track event that is known for creating superstars. His pre- and post-race rituals are purely Catholic, and yet the faith of one of the world’s most talked-about athletes is an open secret.