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Baltimore Catechism No. 1 Baltimore Catechism No. 2 Baltimore Catechism No. 3
Baltimore Catechism No. 1
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Since its 1885 debut, the Catechism commissioned by the Third Council of Bishops in Baltimore has instructed generations of Catholic faithful.

With an easy to read question and answer format, the Catechism combines solid Catholic doctrinal teaching with meaningful exposure to Scripture and practical application.

The revival of interest in the Baltimore Catechism reflects Catholics growing realization that a clear, concise presentation of the truths of the Faith is just what people young and old need to appreciate, practice and defend Church teaching. Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism.

The 33 lessons contained in Baltimore Catechism No. 1 present the basics of the Catholic Faith in a manner suitable for First Communicants through fifth graders.

This is the original TAN edition of the Baltimore Catechism, with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, larger format, quality binding and the same trusted content.
The 37 lessons contained in Baltimore Catechism No. 2 present the fundamentals of the Catholic Faith in a manner suitable for sixth through ninth graders and those preparing for Confirmation.

Since its 1885 debut, the Catechism commissioned by the Third Council of Bishops in Baltimore has instructed generations of Catholic faithful.

With an easy to read question and answer format, the Catechism combines solid Catholic doctrinal teaching with meaningful exposure to Scripture and practical application.

The revival of interest in the Baltimore Catechism reflects Catholics growing realization that a clear, concise presentation of the truths of the Faith is just what people young and old need to appreciate, practice and defend Church teaching. Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism.

This is the original TAN edition of the Baltimore Catechism, with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, larger format, quality binding and the same trusted content.
The lessons contained in Baltimore Catechism No. 3 are intended for students who have received their Confirmation and/or high schoolers. It includes additional questions, definitions, examples, and applications that build upon the content of the original Baltimore Catechism (No. 2).

With an easy to read question and answer format, the Catechism combines solid Catholic doctrinal teaching with meaningful exposure to Scripture and practical application.

The revival of interest in the Baltimore Catechism reflects Catholics growing realization that a clear, concise presentation of the truths of the Faith is just what people young and old need to appreciate, practice and defend Church teaching. Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism.

This is the original TAN edition of the Baltimore Catechism, with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, larger format, quality binding and the same trusted content.
Baltimore Catechism No. 4 Catechism of the Catholic Church: Second Edition Catechism of the Catholic Church: Second Edition
Baltimore Catechism No. 4
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An Explanation of the Baltimore Catechism can be used as a reference work, teacher's manual for the original Baltimore Catechisms. It is often used as an advanced textbook. It's fascinating explanations of many little known questions pertaining to our Faith will reward the questioning reader.

The revival of interest in the Baltimore Catechism reflects Catholics growing realization that a clear, concise presentation of the truths of the Faith is just what people young and old need to appreciate, practice and defend Church teaching. Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism.

This is the original TAN edition of the Baltimore Catechism, with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, larger format, quality binding and the same trusted content.
Four centuries in the making, a monumental undertaking and a magnificent achievement, this is the first definitive Catholic Catechism since the Council of Trent in 1566. It details the doctrine, dogma, and the basic tenets of the Church. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes, what she celebrates, what she lives and what she prays, the Catechism of the Catholic Church offers challenges for believers and answers for all those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith. Revised in accordance with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope Saint John Paul II, this second edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church provides a complete summary of what all Catholics around the world believe. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives by (the Commandments), and what she prays (the Lord's Prayer), the catechism teaches Catholics their faith and non-Catholics what the Church actually holds to be true. Hardcover.
Catechism of the Catholic Church: Second Edition Catechism of the Seven Sacraments Catechism Tab Set
Catechism of the Seven Sacraments
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The official Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition clearly spells out the Church's beliefs on:
  • Love and marriage
  • Children
  • God, creation, humanity, life, death, and the afterlife
  • Mary, the Church, the saints, and the sacraments
  • And 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 catechism you may have used as a child, the official Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition, doesn't have a question-and-answer format. Designed for lay use, it can be read from cover-to-cover or, with its handy index, used as a resource to find a specific teaching on a specific topic.

A "must" for every Catholic household. It's also the perfect gift for graduation, Confirmation, birthdays, Christmas, and Mother's or Father's Day. (And a great addition to your own library to help you learn even more about the Church and be better able to explain its beliefs to others!)

Includes the 2018 revision of no. 2267 promulgated by Pope Francis.
Teach your kids about the sacraments with this fun, new book illustrated with LEGO® bricks and figures! These handy tabs give quick and easy reference to the teachings of the Church on 25 topics and include a subject index.
Catholic and Curious : Your Questions Answered Catholic Way, The: Faith for Living Today Christ In The Classroom : Lesson Planning for the Heart and Mind
By Charles Pope

Do 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 and the Bible to the liturgy, the sacraments, Catholic moral teaching, Mary, the saints, and life after death, all organized by topic for quick reference. In this book you'll find not just straightforward answers, but a deeper understanding and appreciation of the truth of the Catholic Faith.
Receiving both an imprimatur and a nihil obstat, this is one of the finest guides to the Roman Catholic church's teachings available. Readable and authoritative, it continually refers to the new catechism. Chapter questions will encourage classroom or group discussion. By Jared Dees

If the goal of catechesis is to cultivate an encounter with Christ, why do religious educators spend so much time focused almost exclusively on ideas and not experiences? The reason is that many have never been shown a method that inspires the heart while also instructing the mind. Jared Dees, creator of the popular website The Religion Teacher, shows how applying the steps of lectio divina to teaching can reorient religious education toward encountering the person of Christ rather than merely sharing information about him.

In Christ in the Classroom, Catholic author and speaker Jared Dees applies the five steps of lectio divina--reading/learning, meditation, prayer, contemplation, and action--to the ministry of catechesis. He offers teachers and catechists a practical framework for preparing lessons that broaden the focus of teaching from mostly intellectual learning to also encountering Christ in prayer, reflection, and action. Using this method, students and catechists come to know intimately the person of Christ at the same time that they are learning the tenets and traditions of the Church.

Dees shares stories of success and failure from his own teaching experience and he offers dozens of field-tested strategies, tactics, and teaching methods to effectively integrate the steps of lectio divina into the classroom or other catechetical setting.

Outfitted with these tools, both experienced and new religious educators will feel confident in their ability to teach effectively and lead their students to a life-changing encounter with Jesus.
Companion to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, The: A Compendium of Texts Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church Credo: Compendium of the Catholic Faith
The Catechism of the Catholic Church reads "often the texts of Sacred Scripture are not quoted literally but merely indicated as a reference ('Cf.') in the footnotes. For a deeper understanding of those passages, the reader should go to the texts themselves. These Biblical references are a working tool for catechesis."

This Companion to the Catechism of the Catholic Church Book of References contains all the passages of Sacred Scripture referred to in the Catechism arranged according to the paragraphs in which the references are made.

But that is only a beginning. The Catechism also refers to conciliar texts, papal documents, writings of the Fathers and of the Saints. There are more than 3,600 of these references extending from the earliest credal formulations of the ancient Church to the documents of Vatican II and beyond to the magisterial teaching of Pope John Paul II. The Book of References includes all the texts referred to arranged, along with the Scripture passages, according to the paragraphs of the Catechism in which they are referred.

This Book of References is a valuable instrument in teaching, understanding, and implementing the Catechism. It is a handy one-volume reference library for use with the Catechism.

"... I ask the Church's pastors and the Christian faithful to receive this Catechism in a spirit of communion and to use it assiduously in fulfilling their mission of proclaiming the faith and calling people to the Gospel life."
— Pope John Paul II
A summarized version of the Catechism of the Catholic Church issued under the pontificate of Pope John Paul II in 1992. Instant bestseller that sold out in just a couple of weeks!
DOCAT Study Guide DOCAT: Youth Catechism: What To Do? Faith Explained Today, The
DOCAT Study Guide
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DOCAT: Youth Catechism: What To Do?
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Faith Explained Today, The
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The DOCAT Study Guide is an aid for using the DOCAT in any study group situation, whether in a classroom, at home or in small groups.  Laid out in a youthful and modern style with lots of graphics, this study tool is sure to foster reflection and discussion on the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church. Successor to the YOUCAT, the worldwide bestselling youth catechism, designed to teach us "what to do" and how to live as Christians. Written in the same style and spirit as the classic best-seller The Faith Explained by Leo Trese, The Faith Explained Today by Joe Babendreier offers an explanation of the faith that is easily accessible to modern readers, especially students and young adults. The book is in five parts and covers the full spectrum of Church teaching over the last 2,000 years. These parts include:

What Christians Believe
How God Reveals
Morality
The Way Christians Worship
The Human Person
Prayer

Complete with review questions at the end of each chapter and frequent use of writings from Sacred Scripture, the saints, spiritual writers, and the Magisterium, this book will help you understand what God revealed through Jesus Christ, as the Church has believed it, preserved it, and treasured it from the beginning.
Following Jesus Every Day Handbook for Today's Catechist Handbook for Today's Catholic: Revised Edition
Following Jesus Every Day
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Handbook for Today's Catechist
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The monthly catechesis series in the Cathedral of St. Stephen by the renowned Archbishop of Vienna, Cardinal Christoph Schoenborn, have become an institution among many people in Austria. In simple but beautiful words and vibrant images presented by the Cardinal, the doctrine and the practice of the faith are fruitfully brought together.

The catechesis in this volume addresses the basic questions of Christian morality, how we live what we believe as followers of Christ. Catechesis means a strengthening in the faith, of what we believe, and thus live. Cardinal Schoenborn points out that we are not left alone in our conduct, in the difficult task of coping with life s challenges: God s grace helps us. Thanks to this divine help, good conduct is possible, as we see in the great examples of the saints.

This cycle of catechesis leads from the basic question What is ethical conduct, and how is it possible? to the question of holiness, and how do we become saints? His reflections on morality always begin with human experience. What then is the specific character of "Christian" morality?

Cardinal Schoenborn explores these and many other important questions about Christian moral living, using the teachings and example of Jesus Christ, as well as insights from the Church Fathers and the saints. He covers these and other key topics: Christian ethics is a life in and with ChristWe have true freedom in ChristConscience the inner voice that summons us to the goodActing responsiblyDealing with our passionsHow virtue makes us goodThe gifts of the Holy SpiritSin, grace and holiness

Catechesis is something different from a theological discourse. Catechesis is actually a way, and we are invited to set out on such a catechetical way. For catechesis is very closely connected with the mission of Jesus himself. It is actually the direct translation of his mission, which he gave to the apostles at the end of his life: 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.'- Cardinal Christoph Schoenborn"
Everyone can teach the faithful about God's love, and Handbook for Today's Catechist examines basic principles for catechists and how parents are the first and most influential teachers of their children. This handbook helps provide answers and support for volunteer catechists, religion teachers, and parents when teaching their children about Catholicism. Handbook for Today's Catholic, popular for decades, is now even more valuable. This revised and updated edition includes a new introduction, the current list of the Holy Days of Obligation observed in the United States, the prayer for vocations favored by Pope John Paul II, a new section on how to prepare for a sick call, and much more.
Into All Truth: What Catholics Believe and Why Life in Christ : A Catholic Catechism for Adults My Little Catechism
My Little Catechism
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Into All Truth presents the basic beliefs of the Catholic Church, beginning with the Resurrection. That extraordinary event prompted Jesus followers to reflect on his identity and mission, which in turn led them to see the one God as an eternal communion of Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The Good News of the Catholic Church is that God invites every man and woman into this communion. Great introductory material for RCIA classes! The #1 bestselling catechism with more than 2 million copies in print. This attractive and thorough little Catechism teaches children the beauty of the Catholic Faith by answering fundamental questions in easy-to-understand language.
Screwtape Teaches the Faith : A Gui St. Joseph Catholic Manual Study Guide for the U.S. Adult Cath
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De La Torre, M By Rev. Thomas J. Donaghy

The St. Joseph Catholic Manual from Catholic Book Publishing contains a digest of the most important Catholic beliefs, the most popular Catholic prayers, and the most prominent Catholic practices. Completely indexed to the new Catechism of the Catholic Church, the St. Joseph Catholic Manual is an indispensable guide for Catholics who want to live their faith fully and apply it in their everyday lives. This low-priced Catholic manual from Catholic Book Publishing is printed in two colors and features a full-color cover. Its handy pocket-size, paperback format makes it suitable as a take-anywhere companion.
Sullivan, Jem
The Lord of History ( Biblical Catechesis ) This Is Our Faith : A Catholic Cate United States Catholic Catechism fo
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Msgr. Eugene Kevane
When Msgr. Eugene Kevane's seminal work The Lord of History was originally published in 1980, it responded to a call by the Second Vatican Council to promote "a more effective coordination of philosophy and theology so that they supplement one another in revealing . . . the Mystery of Christ, which affects the whole course of human history" (Optatum Totius 14).

Lamenting that in modernity Christ is no longer the center of the universal history of mankind, let alone the center of one's personal history, Kevane believed it was critical for catechists to reclaim Christ as the Lord over every aspect of humanity's collective and individual experience. In this new edition of The Lord of History, Kevane's groundbreaking work introduces today's generation to the bedrock of Christian philosophy and its relationship to religious instruction and beyond.
Pennock, Micha USCCB