Introduction to Christianity Introduction to Christianity Introduction to Christianity () is a 1968 book written by Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI). Considered one of his most important and widely read books, it presents a "narrative Christology" that demonstrates the place for faith is in the Church. The book offers a "remarkable elucidation of the Apostle's Creed" and gives an "excellent, modern interpretation of the foundations of Christianity". Originally published in German in 1968 under the title, "Einführung in das Christentum", Ratzinger restates the Apostles' Creed and the meaning of this foundational text in language that has a greater contemporary resonance than the
Ratzinger Foundation upon his work; it was named the Ratzinger Prize, and each winner will receive a check for $87,000. The Prize is awarded in three areas: Sacred Scripture study, patristics and fundamental theology. On Thursday, 30 June 2011 Benedict XVI presented the three inaugural prizes to the winners in a ceremony at the papal residence, the Apostolic Palace, in the Vatican: On Saturday, 28 September 2012, it was announced that the 2012 winners of the Ratzinger Prize were: On Friday, 21 June 2013, the 2013 winners were announced: The laureates in 2014 were: The laureates in 2015 were: The laureates in