{"product_id":"catholicism-for-dummies-isbn-9781119855712","title":"Catholicism For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeer through the stained glass and get an inside look at Christianity's most popular religion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCatholicism can seem a bit mysterious to non-Catholics—and even Catholics. Embrace your curiosity and turn to \u003ci\u003eDummies\u003c\/i\u003e for answers! Full of fascinating facts and written in a friendly style, \u003ci\u003eCatholicism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e explains the basics of Catholic beliefs like the importance of Sunday Mass; the seven sacraments; the purity of the Blessed Virgin Mary; heaven, hell, and purgatory; the Trinity; and so much more. You'll learn about the Catholic perspective on women as priests, saints as examples of how to live, and prayer as the basis of a relationship with God.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis easy-to-read resource offers an overview of a rich and diverse faith. You'll also discover:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ins and outs of living as a Catholic and why followers of the faith observe traditions like attending Mass on certain days of the year, praying the rosary, and not eating meat on Fridays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInformation on what the pope does, how he is selected, the history of the Vatican, and what it's like to be a priest in today's society\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetails about the church's position on modern social issues, like poverty, abortion and the death penalty, same-sex marriage, and contraception\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're a cradle Catholic or just curious about the world's second largest religion, \u003ci\u003eCatholicism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e has the answers you're seeking to a faith that's been around for thousands of years. Order your copy today.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: What Do Catholics Believe? 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: What It Means to Be Catholic 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Having Faith in God’s Revealed Word 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: In the Beginning: Catholic Teachings on Creation and Original Sin 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Believing in Jesus 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Defining “The Church” and What Membership Means 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Organizing the Church 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Celebrating the Mysteries of Faith 103\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Body and Soul: Worshipping Catholic Style 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Entering the Church: Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: The Sacraments of Service and Healing 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Celebrating the Catholic Mass 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Living a Saintly Life 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Obeying the Rules: Catholic Law 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Loving and Honoring: The Ten Commandments 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Being Good When Sinning Is So Easy 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Standing Firm: The Church’s Stance on Some Sticky Issues 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Praying and Using Devotions 269\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Growing in the Faith 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Showing Your Love for God 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Expressing Affection for Mary 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Honoring the Catholic Saints 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Practicing Catholic Traditions 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 359\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Famous Catholics 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Popular Catholic Saints 371\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten Popular Catholic Places 383\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Recent Beatifications and Canonizations by Pope Francis 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 24: Ten Famous Papal Encyclicals 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: Appendixes 417\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: A Brief History of Catholicism 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Popular Catholic Prayers 449\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Directory of Patron Saints 469\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 483\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRev. Fr. John Trigilio, Jr., PhD, ThD,\u003c\/b\u003e is President of the Confraternity of Catholic Clergy and a member of the faculty at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRev. Fr. Kenneth Brighenti, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e is co-host with Father Trigilio of a weekly television program on EWTN called \u003ci\u003eWeb of Faith\u003c\/i\u003e. With Father Trigilio, he is the co-author of previous editions of \u003ci\u003eCatholicism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstand Catholic origins, traditions, and teachings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEver wonder what Catholics believe, what they do, and why? This book explains the origins and the practices of Catholic Christians that have lasted for nearly two thousand years. Learn about their doctrine, discipline, liturgy, and morality as well as the foundation of the Church, from St. Peter to Pope Francis, and from the Vatican to the typical parishioner in the pew. Sacraments, commandments, precepts, and more are all explained here. Want to know what goes on at a Catholic Mass? What is Marian devotion all about? Whether you’re a cradle Catholic, a lapsed Catholic, considering becoming Catholic, or just curious about Catholicism, find answers to many of your questions in this book. If nothing else, you’ll discover some fascinating facts that over one billion believers embrace around the world.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside… \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover a brief history of Catholicism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind out what Catholics believe\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about the sacraments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLive like a good Catholic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHonor the Virgin Mary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecognize the Catholic saints\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMemorize Catholic prayers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrow in the Catholic faith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988893516005,"sku":"NP9781119855712","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119855712.jpg?v=1761781951","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/catholicism-for-dummies-isbn-9781119855712","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}