Book description
Now updated and referenced to the Catechism of the Catholic Church,
this excellent primer remains a perennial favorite with over 125,000
copies sold. Renowned catechetical author Michael Pennock conveys
foundational Catholic beliefs in a familiar question-and-answer format.
In this concise and readable introduction to the riches of the Catholic
faith, the author poses and then briefly answers 210 questions that are
essential to understanding the basics of Catholicism such as: What is
divine revelation? What is grace? What does a sacrament do? Why confess
our sins? Ideal for adults or teens interested in becoming Catholic
through RCIA, preparing for Confirmation, returning to the Church, or
simply wanting to begin a closer examination of the faith, this makes an
ideal gift for seekers as they begin to explore or work to enhance their
understanding of Catholicism and deepen their relationships with God.
"Pennock's great gift is identifying questions that frequently
cross the minds of those seeking to better understand the Catholic
faith. And what is more; he answers those questions in a concise,
easy-to-understand way." --Neil A. Parent, Author of A Concise
Guide to Adult Faith Formation "All of us are called to be
continual 'seekers' with regards to our faith. Here is a guide for the
always-big questions about God and us, good and evil, justice, Jesus,
Mary, and so much more." --Anne Comeaux, Director of the Office of
Continuing Christian Education, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
Michael Francis Pennock (1945-2009) was the author of several
bestselling textbooks for Catholic high schools, including, Encountering
Jesus in the New Testament, Your Life in Christ, Our Catholic Faith, and
three recent texts to support the new US Bishops' curriculum framework.
