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Summary: Outstanding introduction or re-introduction!
This book explains the major (and many minor) components of catholic faith including- The structure of the church (with a good&short outline of history in the back), the total outline of the mass and what it means, what the sacraments are, how the cathlic church interprets the 10 commandments (very enlightening- for any Christian!), the steps one takes to becomming catholic, the eucharist and transubstantiation, and the church's position (and biblical basis) for issues on the death penalty, abortion, euthenasia, birth control, etc. It even devotes an entire chapter to what the Virgin Mary is for catholics. It includes how to say the rosary in detail and gives several other common prayers. The ONLY thing I didn't find in here were mass responses.
This is well thought, humorous, and an easy read. Very informative! Definately recommend!
Summary: Good reference book. Answers FAQs.
Often looking for a book to recommend to those who ask me for an introduction to Catholicism, I pick up a number of introduction books on a regular basis. I came across "Catholicism for Dummies" in a bookstore while browsing and picked it up with the expectation of being disappointed. To my pleasant surprise, I was not.
While this book is composed of "just the facts" with little breadth, it is a surprisingly complete basis for further inquiry. I found that this is more appropriately a reference book than an introduction. Composed in a systematic way, this book outlines those issues of greatest import and most likely the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions). While it clearly lacks the ability to do any reasonable justice to the depth of Catholic theology and teaching, it is a solid starting point.
If you are looking for a sound reference book that calls for your attention with its distractingly bright yellow cover - this book is for you! If you don't mind being a dummy.
Summary: Catholicism for Anyone...
This book was helpful and fun to read! I found myself highlighting tidbits and it answered many of my questions. It is filled with so much useful information, including technical stuff, and random trivia. After my husband reads it, I'll probably go through it again.
I was born into a Catholic family and attended Methodist Church growing up. My husband was raised Southern-Baptist and now wants to join the Catholic Church. I bought the book to refresh my memory on why we do the things we do at mass - and I was extremely pleased.
Whether you are Catholic, are joining the church for the first time, or just curious and like to have all the answers - this book is a really good read.
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