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Catechism of the Catholic Church
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Catechism of the Catholic Church

Catechism of the Catholic Church

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The "Catechism of the Catholic Church" is an essential guide that offers a complete summary of Catholic beliefs. It includes a thorough index, footnotes, and cross-references, drawing on the Bible, sacraments, and Church teachings. This compact edition is updated from the Editio Typica. As Pope John Paul II describes, it's "a special gift" for understanding Catholic faith. See more...

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  • Catechism of the Catholic Church
  • An excellent resource to find the Church’s teachings on a specific topic
  • Features a complete index, footnotes and cross-references

The word catechesis describes the work of the Catholic Church “to make disciples, to help men believe that Jesus is the Son of God so that believing they might have life in His name, and to educate and instruct them in this life, thus building up the body of Christ” (from the Prologue). The word catechism means “instruction”. The Catechism of the Catholic Church instructs us on the teachings of the Church. It is a great reference book which contains a complete summary of what Catholics throughout the world believe.

The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of the saints. It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a fuller 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. The Catechism of the Catholic Church is, as Pope John Paul II calls it, "a special gift."

This English version of the Catechism is a handy compact size and is a complete and updated edition which contains modifications from the Editio Typica - the official Latin version of the Catechism.

See also: The Catechism of the Catholic Church - Spanish Edition


SKU: 1001150

  • 7 x 4½ inches

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Overall rating: 4.8023257 / 5 from 86 reviews.

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The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a highly regarded resource for understanding the Church's teachings. It is praised for its comprehensive index, footnotes, and cross-references. While some customers find the print size small, it is widely appreciated as an excellent gift for confirmations and Christmas.

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Review highlights

  • "This book will be a very great resource for our family, my wife and I." — Matthew R.
  • "Excellent Resource For Teaching The Catholic Faith" — Ruth I.
  • "The perfect gift for those new to Catholicism or wanting to return to the Church." — Jo M.

Reviews

Excellent Catechism

"I'm very satisfied with the Catechism. Good, paperback quality at an affordable price. I live in a community with a Catholic population that is expanding through conversion of non-denominational and Baptist protestants and thought the catechism would be a reliable reference book for Catholic beliefs."

— JAMES C. (5/5)

Great for review or newbies!

"I bought this book to start prepping for RCIA classes this fall. It’s very informative & brings back memories of religion class when I was younger! I’m very happy I got this!"

— Mina (5/5)

"Its very small, I thought it was gonna be huge. Overall it is good, haven’t really checked it out tho"

— Juan (5/5)

This book is full of

"This book is full of information for all Catholics and those who are considering joining the Church. My only issue is the print could be larger."

— Bill J. (5/5)

"These books are gifts for my daughters for their Initiation into the Church. One of the covers has a minor defect at the top and bottom of the spine, probably from delivery as the bag provided little support, but I will reassure them that the words inside are perfectly intact, which is what truly matters."

— Candle (5/5)

Great Book

"Gave this to my sister for her journey in RICA."

— Tammy C. (5/5)

"Nice"

— Juan (5/5)

Replacing a lost one

"I recently moved, & most of my library was sold in the estate sale. I had a hard cover copy that was definitely bigger than this one, but that's my fault for not paying attention to the size description. I'll just make sure to have my glasses AND a magnifying glass handy when I read it. Younger eyes would have no problem. Mine are pre-Vatican II. It sits in my bookcase at the ready."

— CHRISTINA J. (4/5)

Great book

"When ever I have a question about the church or Catholicism l can reference this book easily. Good to have on hand."

— LINDA U. (5/5)

I received a Bible instead

"I received a Bible instead so purchased the Catechism at Mardel in Corpus Christi."

— George H. (5/5)

Q&A

Is this the one father Mike uses in catechism in a year?
Thank you for your question. This is the one used in the Ascension production Catechism in a Year with Fr. Mike: https://www.catholiccompany.com/products/the-catechism-of-the-catholic-church-ascension-edition?_pos=1&_psq=Ascension&_ss=e&_v=1.0