The Everything Guide to Catholicism by Richard Gribble

The Everything Guide to Catholicism by Richard Gribble

Why do Catholics confess their sins? What does Jesus' second coming mean? How does someone, such as Mother Teresa, become a saint? This guide answers these questions and more. This resource addresses the teachings, tradition, history, and theology of the Catholic Church. With this guide, you'll learn the foundations of the faith. Featuring explanations of: What the parts of the Mass mean Baptism, confirmation, and the other sacraments The priesthood and religious life today The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ Mary's relationship with modern Catholics Sin, judgment, and salvation This approachable book also highlights twenty-first-century issues and questions modern Catholics face, including gay marriage, abortion, and the death penalty. It's the ultimate guide to understanding Catholicism for readers of all backgrounds and faiths.

Richard Gribble, CSC, PhD holds a doctorate in Church History from the Catholic University of America and two master's degrees, in Sacred Theology and Divinity, from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, California. He is a priest in the Congregation of Holy Cross and a professor of Religious Studies at Stonehill College. Father Gribble has taught Catholic church history and theology since 1995.

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ISBN 13	9781440504099
ISBN 10	1440504091
Title	The Everything Guide to Catholicism
Author	Richard Gribble
Series	Everything
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Adams Media Corporation
Year published	2010-12-16
Number of pages	288
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