Catechism/Resource

The official Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition clearly spells out the Church's beliefs on:Love and marriageChildrenGod, creation, humanity, life, death, and the afterlifeMary, the Church, the saints, and the sacramentsAnd much, much more.Why a "second edition"? Revised to conform completely with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope John Paul II in 1997, the book now also includes an extensive glossary and analytical index to make it even more "user friendly."Unlike the...

Together at Baptism Preparing, Celebrating, and Living the Sacrament Author: Robert Hamma Format: Booklet Pages: 128 Trim size: 6 x 9 inches ISBN: 978-1-59471-297-5 Like Together for Life, and Through Death to Life, this updated edition of Together at Baptism offers both spiritual support and solid information about the sacramental life of the Church.While unaffected by the changes to the Roman Missal, Third Edition, Together at Baptism has been revised to follow the Rite of Baptism for...

The edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church read by Fr. Mike Schmitz in The Catechism in a Year podcast. From the publisher of the popular Great Adventure Catholic Bible comes the first-ever edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church with the brand-new, specially designed Foundations of Faith approach! The Catechism contains the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith’s most foundational teachings applied to the modern day. The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition...

The classic 1954 edition of this fabulous catechism is available again. COVERS THE THREE ESSENTIAL ASPECTS OF THE FAITH 193 chapters in three sections: What to Believe, What to Do, and Means of Grace. STRENGTHEN YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRUE FAITH Abundant Scriptural quotations (excellent for proving Catholic Doctrine to "Bible-Believing" Protestants). It's also an excellent tool for dealing with liberal Catholics because two subjects of utmost importance are thoroughly treated: the true nature...

Outlines Of The Catholic FaithINSPIRING CATHOLIC BOOK: OUTLINES OF THE CATHOLIC FAITHSoftcover / 88pp This revised edition conforms to the new Catechism and contains the basic terms, truths, and identifiers of the Catholic Faith succinctly presented in simple outline form along with a comprehensive addendum of basic Catholic customs and prayers. Outlines of the Catholic Faith is a valuable tool for adult as well as primary level school use. Parents will welcome this valuable Catholic book as a...

The Didache Bible Bonded Leather with Commentaries Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church The Didache Bible presents extensive commentaries, based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, for each of the books of the Holy Bible. It also includes numerous apologetical inserts to assist the reader in understanding the Church's teachings on current issues. It uses the Revised Standard Version, Second Catholic Edition translation of the complete text of Sacred Scriptures, Old and New...

Here it is -- the first new Catechism of the Catholic Church in more than 400 years, a complete summary of what Catholic throughout the world believe in common. This book is the catechism (the word means "instruction") that will serve as the standard for all future catechisms.The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints. It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a fuller understanding of every...

This booklet has been designed to be used with Unabridged Christianity or as a stand alone reference guide. This handy guide is pocket-sized so you can keep it with you at all times. Inside are scriptural references to the nuts and bolts of the Catholic faith. Topics like confession, celibacy, purgatory, Mary, all-male priesthood, etc. and their scriptural counterparts are listed.32 PAGES

Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church This 200-page volume offers a clear synopsis of the essential contents of the faith as promulgated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church in 598 questions and answers. Like the 1992 Catechism, the Compendium has a four-part structure and includes a section on common prayers and Catholic doctrinal formulas. Because of the question-and-answer format, catechetical leaders-parents, pastors, teachers, principals, and catechists-have a unique...

“Shaun McAfee has put together a great and easy resource for learning more about the Catholic Faith. Whether you have been Catholic your whole life or are simply curious about joining, this book is one to have on your shelf and read.” — Archbishop Gregory Aymond, Archdiocese of New Orleans One can spend hours searching for answers about the Catholic Faith and how to share it with others. There are a multitude of books that explain the various areas of Church teaching, but never — before now —...

This is the fourth edition (2022) of the “Red Code”; it is edited by Juan Ignacio Arrieta, originally edited by Prof. E. Caparros in 2003, and based on the commentaries elaborated by the Martin de Azpilcueta Institute. It provides a thorough, practical understanding of the laws of the Church through 1876 pages of legal texts and commentaries on the canons. This fourth edition includes texts and commentaries on the newly revised Book VI of the Code of Canon Law, which substantially modifies...

The most up-to-date “catechism” in print! For the first time in over fifty years, a Catholic bishop has published his own comprehensive presentation of the Faith—what to believe, how to live, and how to pray as Christ taught. Sure to be a classic for generations to come, Credo: Compendium of the Catholic Faith offers a clear and readable summary of Catholicism as a whole, given in the pastoral style of the apostles. Using the simple and direct “Question–Answer” format so popular among...

Tabs for the Catechism of the Catholic Church These handy tabs give quick and easy reference to the teachings of the Church on 25 topics and include a subject index.

This Is Our Faith: A Catholic Catechism for Adults is a bestselling overview of the faith for those preparing entry into the Church, as well as for both newly initiated and lifelong Catholics who wish to understand Church teachings more clearly. This revised and updated edition strengthens one of the strongest endorsements of the book: that it communicates important Church teachings in an engaging and understandable manner. Revised and updated in collaboration with longtime RCIA leaders, this...

“Fr. Mullady offers a readable and rock-solidly reliable treatment of what is surely the most important — and debated — subject in contemporary Catholic theology. His approach to Church doctrine (ecclesiology) demonstrates the profound consistency and coherence of the Magisterium’s teaching as it draws from biblical and patristic sources and develops from the medieval to the modern period, culminating in Vatican II’s Dogmatic Constitution on the Church (Lumen Gentium). In the process, Fr....

Children's Daily Prayer Throughout the history of the Church, Christians have consecrated time by pausing at various moments throughout the day to pray the Liturgy of the Hours (Guide for Celebrating Liturgy of the Hours). Children’s Daily Prayer is a form of the Liturgy of the Hours adapted for children. It helps guide children in a daily service of communal prayer, following the pattern of the Church’s Morning Prayer. The heart of this annual resource is a simple order of prayer for each day...

Handbook for Today’s Catholic, popular for decades, is written in easy-to-understand language with content divided into four sections: Beliefs, Practices, Prayers, and Living the Faith. It’s fully indexed to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. RCIA and parish adult faith formation groups, high school religious education classes, inquirers into the Catholic Faith, and anyone who wants to have the essentials of Catholicism at their fingertips will welcome this affordable faith resource. ...

I'm Catholic. Now What? Welcome to the Catholic Church! Now that you're officially a Catholic, you are probably wondering, "Now what?" Shaun McAfee has been where you are. As a convert, he worried that he might not be a "good Catholic." He wanted to take part in the sacraments, really prepare for Mass, learn how to defend and even share his faith, and understand certain Catholic devotions. Yet he wasn't sure how to do any of this, or where to look for answers once RCIA was finished. If you...

An entirely new and comprehensive commentary by canon lawyers from North America and Europe, with a revised English translation of the Code. Reflects the enormous developments in canon law since the publication of the original commentary. 1984 Ppages, paperback.

There are countless books about the sacraments — but few books about sacramentals. These powerhouses of grace are often overshadowed but should not be overlooked. Here is the book that will help you understand various types of sacramentals and receive the abundant graces that flow from their use. “During the last decades, sacramentals seem too often to have been marginalized, even though they are supposed to be the daily bread of any priest, as well as of the laity,” affirms Fr. Ralph Weimann....

Scott Hahn, the bestselling author of The Lamb’s Supper and Reasons to Believe, celebrates the touchstones of the Catholic life, guiding readers to a deeper faith through the Church’s rites, customs, and traditional prayers. Signs of Life is beloved author Scott Hahn’s clear and comprehensive guide to the Biblical doctrines and historical traditions that underlie Catholic beliefs and practices. Devoting single chapters to each topic, the author takes the reader on a journey that illuminates...

St. Joseph Baltimore Catechism (No. 2) Official Revised EditionThe New Saint Joseph Baltimore Catechism (No. 2) contains the revised text of the official Baltimore Catechism (No. 2) in a user-friendly format and design. Written for students in Grades 6, 7, and 8, this book explains Catholic doctrine with the aid of many exclusive features, including many pictures to help children understand each lesson. Extensive use of Sacred Scripture demonstrates the basis of Catholic doctrine and brings it...

The Church and the Modern Era (1846–2005) Pius IX, World Wars, and the Second Vatican Council Author: David M. Wagner Lourdes and Fatima, war, Vatican I and II, Fulton Sheen, St. John Paul II, and the clerical sex abuse crisis: These are just a few of the people and events that helped define the Catholic Church in the modern era, the period between 1846 and 2005. The call to live the fullness of our faith has not changed since the time of the first disciples, but in The Church and the Modern...

Why were the early Christians willing to die to protect a single iota of the creed? Why have the Judeans, Romans, and Persians—among others—seen the Christian creed as a threat to the established social order? In The Creed: Professing the Faith Through the Ages, bestselling author Dr. Scott Hahn recovers and conveys the creed’s revolutionary character.Tracing the development of the first formulations of faith in the early Church through later ecumenical councils, The Creed tells the story of...

The Warning: Testimonies and Prophecies of the Illumination of Conscience By Christine Watkins This highly acclaimed and captivating book offers the world the most thorough understanding to date of "the Warning," or "the Illumination of Conscience"—a critical moment in human history when every person alive will see their soul in the light of divine truth—including fascinating stories of those who have already experienced it for themselves. Not only does THE WARNING substantiate an event of...

YOUCAT is short for Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church, which will be launched on World Youth Day. Developed with the help of young Catholics and written for high-school age people and young adults, YOUCAT is an accessible, contemporary expression of the Catholic Faith. The appealing graphic format includes Questions-and-Answers, highly-readable commentary, summary definitions of key terms, Bible citations and inspiring and thought-provoking quotes from Saints and others in the margins....

Answers to questions about the Eucharist as meal, sacrifice, and Real Presence, set in the historical background with the meaning for today.PAPERBACK

A thorough explanation of the parts of the Mass-its historical, theological, and liturgical aspects, and how it derives from and relates to daily life, now in a revised, updated edition.

This short book was written during the COVID-19 pandemic when churches were closed in response to rising infections and deaths around the world. One thing we have learnt from this crisis is that life-changing emergencies can hit at any time. During times of personal, family or national emergency it may not be possible to have recourse to the sacraments or the assistance of clergy at the very moment you desperately need them. Understandably, this can cause great distress and anxiety....

Examining the basics, A Pocket Catechism for Kids, Updated serves as both a primer on the Faith and a readily accessible resource and reference guide. A Pocket Catechism for Kids, Updated also contains sections on traditional Catholic prayers, a guide to making a good Confession, an explanation of the Mass, and more - virtually everything children need to know to understand and live the Faith!

Now -- at your fingertips -- is the biblical basis for the key Catholic teachings and customs that non-Catholics wonder about, object to, and preach against. Filled with Scripture citations to help you explain, defend, and learn more about specific Catholic beliefs and practices, A Pocket Guide to Catholic Apologetics lists more than 40 apologetics themes in an easy-to-locate format. Designed as a pocket-size companion guide to the best-selling Where is That in the Bible?, A Pocket Guide to...

The new What Every Catholic Should Know series is intended for the average faithful Catholic who wants to know more about Catholic faith and culture. The authors in this series take a panoramic approach to the topic of each book aimed at a non-specialist but enthusiastic readership. Forthcoming titles planned for this series include: the Eucharist, history, art, and philosophy. In Being Catholic: What Every Catholic Should Know, Suzie Andres focuses on Catholic customs, traditions, and...

You may know the Catechism of the Catholic Church as an "organic synthesis of the essential and fundamental contents of Catholic doctrine, as regards both faith and morals" (11). But did you know that the Catechism is also an invitation to friendship with God and neighbor - one that can change your life? Believe Celebrate Live Pray: A Weekly Walk with the Catechism is a unique way to grow in faith by meditating, over fifty-two weeks, on the four pillars of the Catechism. This highly accessible...

A volume in the St. Joseph Bible Resources series , Bible Facts and Figures provides essential Bible information in a concise and accessible format. In 32 pages, this full-color, fully illustrated book of facts and figures offers Scripture tables, charts, diagrams, and useful verse-finders. This book is a treasury of information about Sacred Scripture for use in schools, in Bible study groups, or for the individual inquirer. Author: TIM DOWLEY Pages: 32 Size: 6 1/2 X 9 Color: FULL COLOR...

Catechism of the Seven SacramentsJoin your friendly guides Fulton and Cynthia on a biblical adventure as they journey from creation to salvation and discover the importance of God’s sanctifying grace. Set in a vivid comic-book format with stunning photographs, this book makes profound theological concepts accessible to both the Catholic and the curious, the child and the adult. Catechism of the Seven Sacraments sheds light on the parallels between the Old Testament and the New Testament and...

Here it is — the first new Catechism of the Catholic Church in more than 400 years, a complete summary of what Catholic throughout the world believe in common. This book is the catechism (the word means “instruction”) that will serve as the standard for all future catechisms.The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints. It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a fuller understanding of every...

Catholic and Curious Your Questions Answered by Monsignor Charles PopeDo you ever feel confused, befuddled, or just plain lost when it comes to the Catholic Faith? Do the teachings and practices of the Church leave you scratching your head? Then this is the book for you.In Catholic and Curious: Your Questions Answered, Monsignor Charles Pope tackles 500 tough questions on just about every subject imaginable. In easily digestible question and answer format, this book covers everything from God...

Catholic Bible Dictionary Edited by Scott Hahn HARDCOVER ABOUT CATHOLIC BIBLE DICTIONARYMore than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource.Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight...

For the first time in 400 years the Catholic Church has authorized an official universal catechism which instantly became an international best-seller, the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Using this official Catechism, the highly-regarded author and professor Peter Kreeft presents a complete compendium of all the major beliefs of Catholicism written in his readable and concise style. Since the Catechism of the Catholic Church was written for the express purpose of grounding and fostering...

Easy-to-use pronunciation guide and complete history of Catholic terminology in a handy pocket size. Has more than 3,000 entries with concise definitions. Includes specialized terms and foreign phrases. 800 pages.

New converts and cradle Catholics alike are often perplexed by the myriad of devotions, traditions, practices, and beliefs that the Catholic Church has accumulated over the past twenty centuries. Why pray to St. Anthony to find something lost? Why keep a St. Christopher medal in your car? Or why bury a statue of St. Joseph — upside down! — in your yard when selling your house? In Helen Hoffner's lovingly-illustrated, encyclopedic Catholic Treasures and Traditions, you'll find succinct – and...

Father McBride extends to all an earnest invitation to know and love the Mass more deeply. The Catechism calls the Eucharist "the heart and summit of the Church's life" (1407). Certainly we are called to participate as fully and enthusiastically as possible. Along with the official texts of the Ordinary of the Mass are Father McBride's enlightening explanations. Also included are: The scriptural and historical background of the Last Supper.The tremendous significance of the Eucharist and what...

Beautifully illustrated pocket introduction to the Catholic Faithby Holden , Fr Marcus / Pinsent, Fr AndrewThis new, illustrated, pocket catechism offers a succinct and reliable introduction into the fullness of the Catholic faith. Drawing on Scripture and Tradition, and fully cross-referenced to the Catechism and Compendium. Paperback.

The Dictionary of Mary is an invaluable sourcebook book that is equal to a short summa about the Blessed Virgin Mary. Written by foremost scholars, it sets forth in quick dictionary form the most important Catholic teachings about Mary. This dictionary about the Mother of God explains Mary's place in the Church and in the life of Christians, her titles, her authenticated appearances, her shrines, and her relationship to her Son Jesus and to the Trinity. This revised and expanded edition of the...

DOCAT is "revealing the secret" to young people around the world. DOCAT helps young people to know and live Catholic Social Teaching. It's a great, practical follow up to YOUCAT, the hugely popular Youth Catechism, based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Drawing on Scripture, YOUCAT, the Catechism, and the Compendium of Catholic Social Teaching, DOCAT shows young people how to work toward building a "civilization of love". Features include: Popular Q & A YOUCAT style, tackles tough...

Forming Intentional Disciples The Path to Knowing and Following Jesus by Sherry A. Weddell How can we transmit a living, personal Catholic faith to future generations? By coming to know Jesus Christ, and following him as his disciples. These are times of immense challenge and immense opportunity for the Catholic Church. Consider these statistics for the United States. Only 30 percent of Americans who were raised Catholic are still practicing.Fully 10 percent of all adults in America are...

Have you ever been unable to explain the “why” of Catholic beliefs? Have you ever wondered why the Old Testament sounds so different from the New Testament? In the Old Testament, God began building a plan and laying a foundation for the beautiful traditions of the Catholic Faith. That plan was fulfilled by Jesus in the New Testament.Fulfilled: Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism explores the biblical roots of the Catholic Faith. It uncovers God’s consistent design for our...