{"product_id":"catholicism-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394399796","title":"Catholicism For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394399796","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eCatholicism For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eRev. John Trigilio, Jr. (Author), Rev. Kenneth Brighenti (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394399796, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 30 April 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e496 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.4 x 18.5 x 3.3 cm, 0.703 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore the world's largest Christian faith\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith more than 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide—and growing—Catholicism continues to shape lives and communities across the globe. Whether you're discovering faith for the first time, returning with fresh questions, or seeking to understand Catholic friends and family, \u003ci\u003eCatholicism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e provides your accessible guide to this rich tradition and its evolving role in today's world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book transforms complex theology into clear insights, tracing the Church's journey from ancient foundations to contemporary realities. You'll discover how Catholic beliefs address both timeless mysteries and pressing modern questions, from the sacraments and creation to current social issues.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn all about Catholic teachings, traditions, worship, and holydays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind information on Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, and his focus on Catholic social teaching and inclusive leadership\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead about recent canon law revisions that modernize Church governance while clarifying authority\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet profiles of newly canonized saints and blesseds who inspire today’s faithful\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCatholicism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is perfect for seekers, students, spiritual explorers, and practicing Catholics alike. It’s an engaging and straightforward exploration of Catholic beliefs and traditions and how they interact with the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\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: 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. 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Expressing Affection for Mary. 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Honoring the Catholic Saints 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Practicing Catholic Traditions 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 363\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Famous Catholics 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Popular Catholic Saints 375\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten Popular Catholic Places to Visit 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Recent Beatifications and Canonizations 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 24: Ten Catholic Books and Texts 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: Appendixes 409\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: A Brief History of Catholicism 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Popular Catholic Prayers 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Catholic Legends 451\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 461\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Religion \u0026amp; beliefs [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Religion \u0026amp; beliefs\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Religion%20\u0026amp;%20beliefs%20%5BHR%5D%22\"\u003eHR\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52453529256216,"sku":"9781394399796","price":16.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394399796.jpg?v=1785285821","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/catholicism-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394399796","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}