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Whether you are a Religious Education Teacher, DRE, Adult Study Group Leader, Priest, or Someone just trying to grow in the Faith...

 

Take a Fresh Look at some of this year's 

Best Sellers!

 

 

This edition is available in both hardcover and softcover and has 928 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6".

 

See also the  Spanish Edition.

 

This is the official Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition. 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."  

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, or Christmas. 

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The Catechism of the Catholic Church is, as Pope John Paul II called it, 

"a special gift."

 

 

We have Catechisms to fit every need!

  • Catechisms small enough to slip into your pocket or purse
  • Convenient hand-held sizes to fit into your desk or nightstand drawer
  • Hardcover and softcover varieties
  • Second Editions
  • Baltimore Catechisms

This softcover edition has 822 pages and 

measures 

7" x 4.5".

 

See also the  Spanish Edition.

 

The Catechism is a complete summary of what Catholics throughout the world believe in common.  It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a more complete understanding of every subject. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives (the Commandments) and what she prays (the Lord's Prayer), 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. 

 

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This softcover edition 

has 592 pages and 

measures 

5" x3.75".

 

See also:  The Gift of Faith - A Question and Answer Version of The Teaching of Christ

The fifth edition updates this perennial best-seller with the latest Church documents. This book is written as an explanation of the Catechism and is cross-referenced with the Catechism. It is excellent for study groups, RCIA, or personal study. The appendixes include short tutorials on the Bible, general Councils of the Church, Catholic Prayers, and much more!

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This softcover edition has 112 pages and 

measures 

5" x 3.75".

 

 

 

Noted authors Mike Aquilna and Fr. Kris D. Stubna have applied the time-honored catechism format of question-and-answer to this pocket-sized edition.

In addition to the question-and-answer section, What Catholics Believe also contains sections on traditional Catholic prayers, a guide to making a good Confession, an explanation of the Mass, and much, much more.

From the very first question: "Who are you?" to the final "What prayers does the Church recommend?" this is sure to become a classic. 

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Additional Resources

Catechism Tabs

Tabs for the updated Catechism of the Catholic Church - 2nd edition give quick and easy reference on the teachings of the Church on 25 topics. Includes a subject index.

Daily Scripture and Catechism Devotional Reading Guide

With a commitment of only 20-30 minutes a day, you can read the entire Bible and/or Catechism in one year! Use whatever Catholic Bible translation you like, your Catechism, and start reading! 

 

Originally issued by the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore in 1885, Baltimore Catechism No. 1 and Baltimore Catechism No. 2  contains the famous format of phoneticized words and meanings at the beginning of each lesson. Both clear and easy to use, this is a superb teaching tool. The books end with a compilation of common Catholic prayers and hymns and are numbered to correspond to the Teacher Guide Baltimore Catechism No. 4.

Order Now - Baltimore Catechism No. 1 with 33 lessons for grades 4-7.

Order Now - Baltimore Catechism No. 2 with 37 lessons for grades 6-9.

Baltimore Catechism No. 3 is an abridgment of Baltimore Catechism No. 4. It is meant to be a resource for students who have already been confirmed and who are continuing their education in the Church.

Order Now - Baltimore Catechism No. 3 with 37 lessons for grades 10-12.

Baltimore Catechism No. 4 was originally written with the title "For the Use of Sunday-School Teachers and Advanced Classes". It is a reference work and teacher's supplement for Baltimore Catechism No. 1 and Baltimore Catechism No. 2. The book gives in-depth and fascinating explanations of many questions pertaining to our Faith.

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Now available! Order the entire Baltimore Catechism set.

 

This softcover edition has 972 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6".

 

 

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.

The Catechism also contains more than 3,600 references to conciliar texts, papal documents, writings of the Fathers and of the Saints. The Book of References includes all of these texts arranged according to the paragraphs of the Catechism in which they are referred. 

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Does the Catechism 

seem overwhelming to you, or sometimes leave you with more questions than when you started reading? 

 

 

Our Catechism Guides answer these questions and more!

  • What do all those references mean?
  • What documents do the passages quote?
  • How does the Catechism apply to my life?
  • What is the history of the Catechism?
  • How can the Catechism best be used?

 

This softcover edition has 97 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6".

 

This is a valuable introduction to the Catechism that provides helpful insights on how to read and study the Catechism. This book includes a prehistory of the Catechism, an overview of its structure and contents, the major themes and methods in it, a special introduction to the four parts of the Catechism, and specific advice on how to use the Catechism. Cardinal Ratzinger (now Pope Benedict XVI) and Bishop Christoph Schonborn illuminate the Catechism's teaching on faith, morals, prayer and sacraments, and how a Catholic lives those teachings in today's world.

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This softcover edition has 256 pages and 

measures 

8" x 5.25".

 

Opening the Scriptures is a unique resource that combines the Lectionary with the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This book includes a listing of the readings for every Sunday and holy day for Cycles A, B, and C along with themes for each of that day’s readings and references numbers from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The “reverse index" shows  the numbers of the Catechism paragraphs with a listing of the theme and the corresponding  days on which that theme is presented in the readings.

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This softcover edition has 101 pages and 

measures 

7.25" x 4.75".

 

 

Cardinal Ratzinger (now Pope Benedict XVI), one of the key persons responsible for the compilation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, offers his insights on the Catechism. The main purpose of this book is show how the Catechism is an excellent teaching tool that responds to man's deepest questions about the meaning of life, how to live a good life, and how to attain happiness in this life and in eternal life. He shows how the Catechism affirms that man's happiness is love, and that the essence of true love has been manifested in the Person of Jesus Christ.

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This softcover edition has 275 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6".

 

 

 

In a time when the Faith is in danger of being watered-down this is a catechism that isn't afraid to preach orthodox Catholic doctrine. 

Based on the best-selling The Teaching of Christ - A Catholic Catechism for Adults , this Q-and-A catechism gives you concise answers to the most often asked questions about the Catholic Faith.

If you or someone you know wants to know the truth of our Faith minus the fluff and without dilution, The Gift of Faith cuts through today's blather to give you exactly what you need to know for your salvation.

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This softcover edition has 224 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6".

What makes this book different? It’s the way Father McBride brings the timeless teachings of the Catechism right into your life today. Reflections, prayers, and daily actions help you live the Christian life we believe in. Father McBride understands that being a Christian means not just knowing, but also doing. Accessible, topical, and as timely as today’s news, this is the book for anyone who wants to understand the Catechism better — and for anyone who wants to live a more truly Christian life.

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This softcover edition has 336 pages and 

measures 

7" x 4".

This comprehensive and portable catechism is ideally suited to the needs of the inquirer as well as for private or group study. Here are the major elements of the Catholic faith within the areas of doctrine and dogma, morality and the spiritual life, and ritual and worship. This pocket edition, by its very size, is just the catechism for those who want a compact source-book of the Church's principal teachings and is a fitting companion to the author's bestselling "The Catholic Catechism".

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This softcover edition has 125 pages and 

measures 

8" x 11.5".

 

This book was designed as a supplement for any Catholic catechetical program, it draws its format and content from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The activities in this book are numbered 1 through 100 and are arranged into three skill levels: primary (grades 1-3), intermediate (grades 3-5), and advanced (grades 6-8). Each activity is self-contained and reproducible for classroom use. Few additional materials are required, though student Bibles are often necessary. Most lessons require little advance preparation by the theacher, and most can be completed well within a class period.

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Don't forget the kids! 

 

These resources can help make the Catechism accessible even to your students or your children.

  • Pocket sized for little hands 
  •  Methods to help bring the Catechism to life for teens and families
  • Easy-to-use activities for parents and teachers

 

This softcover edition has 125 pages and 

measures 

5.375" x 3.75".

 

 

Ideal introduction to the treasures of the Catholic Faith for children Grades 2-8, using popular Q&A format. 

Short, easy-to-memorize sections that draw from both Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church… plus traditional Catholic prayers, guide to making a good Confession, explanation of the Mass and more!

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This softcover edition has 180 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6".

 

 

The purpose of Father McBride's Teen Catechism is to open up the Catechism to our teen-age members. This book is not a substitute for the Catechism, but is an introduction. It will help young readers acquire a sense of the meaning, the inner coherence, and the direction the Catechism offers for becoming a knowledgeable, practicing and faith-filled young Catholic. It will provide a tool of Catholic learning as well as a guide to morality, prayer and the outline of a Catholic lifestyle. A Teaching Guide is also available.

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This softcover edition has 228 pages and 

measures 

9" x 6"

 

Pope John Paul II declared the new Catechism of the Catholic Church "to be a sure norm of faith." At the same time, he urged that the Catechism be used as the basis for preparing more specific and specialized catechisms.

Father Alfred McBride has taken up the Pope's challenge with Father McBride's Family Catechism. Following the structure of the official Catechism, this new look at timeless teachings is intended to help families apply the wisdom of the Catechism in their everyday lives.

Each section begins with reference numbers to the Catechism itself and an entertaining yet thought-provoking opening story, followed by a Catechism reflection, an application of the teaching to Catholic family life, a family prayer, and finally, a glossary of terms.

An ideal way to stimulate the reading of the Catechism, enhance family prayer, and deal with ethical and moral situations, Father McBride's Family Catechism helps parents provide a solid religious education for their children.

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