The Sacramental Mystery

The seven sacraments stand at the heart of Christian life, where God’s grace touches human experience in a concrete and transformative way. In this accessible synthesis, Paul Haffner provides a unified overview of sacramental theology, showing how the sacraments reconcile us to the Father through Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Haffner explains classical theological themes such as validity, efficacy, the roles of minister and recipient, and the spiritual effects of each sacrament. He also examines key doctrinal questions, including the necessity of Baptism, the sacrificial nature of the Eucharist, and the character of Marriage. Each sacrament is explored in turn, with attention to contemporary ecumenical questions that shape today’s Christian understanding.

Clear, systematic, and rooted in tradition, this volume offers a comprehensive guide to the sacramental life of the Church.

About the Author

Paul Haffner is a theologian known for his works in dogmatic theology, with a special focus on creation, the sacraments, and the mystery of the Church.