Catholicism For Dummies
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Rev. John Trigilio, Jr.; Rev. Kenneth Brighenti (Útgáfa: 5)
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Explore the world's largest Christian faith With 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, Catholicism For Dummies provides your accessible guide to this rich tradition and its evolving role in today's world.
This 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. Learn all about Catholic teachings, traditions, worship, and holydays Find information on Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, and his focus on Catholic social teaching and inclusive leadership Read about recent canon law revisions that modernize Church governance while clarifying authority Get profiles of newly canonized saints and blesseds who inspire today’s faithful Catholicism For Dummies is perfect for seekers, students, spiritual explorers, and practicing Catholics alike.
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- Wiley Professional Development (P&T)
- 9781394399802
- 9781394399796
- ePub
- 5
- Rev. John Trigilio, Jr.; Rev. Kenneth Brighenti
- English
- 2026-03-30
- 100
- 10
- 2
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- Cover
- Table of Contents
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Introduction
- About This Book
- Foolish Assumptions
- Icons Used in This Book
- Beyond the Book
- Where to Go from Here
- Part 1: What Do Catholics Believe?
- Chapter 1: What It Means to Be Catholic
- What Exactly Is Catholicism Anyway?
- Knowing What the Catholic Church Teaches
- Worshipping as a Catholic: The Holy Mass
- Behaving Like a Catholic
- Praying as a Catholic: Showing Your Devotion
- Chapter 2: Having Faith in God’s Revealed Word
- How Do You Know If You Have Faith?
- Having Faith in Revelation
- Backing Up Your Faith with Reason: Summa Theologica
- Chapter 3: In the Beginning: Creation and Original Sin
- Making Something Out of Nothing
- Breathing Life into the World: Creationism or Evolution?
- Angels and Devils: Following God or Lucifer
- Witnessing the Original Sin
- Anticipating What’s to Come: Moving toward the End of Creation
- Chapter 4: Believing in Jesus
- Understanding Jesus, the God-Man
- The Gospel Truth: Examining Four Written Records of Jesus
- Dealing with Heresy and Some Other $10 Words
- Chapter 5: Defining “the Church” and What Membership Means
- Establishing a Foundation: Built on Rock
- Seeing the Church as the Body of Christ and Communion of Saints
- Understanding the Four Marks of the Church
- Fulfilling Its Mission
- Membership Has Its Benefits
- Chapter 6: Organizing the Church
- Getting to Know the Pope
- Who’s Next in the Ecclesiastical Scheme of Things
- Part 2: Celebrating the Mysteries of Faith
- Chapter 7: Body and Soul: Worshipping Catholic Style
- Getting Your Body and Soul into the Act
- Understanding Some Symbols and Gestures
- Sensing God
- Chapter 8: Entering the Church: Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation
- Come On In — The Water’s Fine
- The Holy Eucharist
- Coming of Age: Confirmation
- Chapter 9: The Sacraments of Service and Healing
- The Sacraments of Service and Community
- The Sacraments of Mercy and Healing
- Chapter 10: Celebrating the Catholic Mass
- What Exactly Is the Mass?
- The Two Parts of the Mass
- Vatican II and the Celebration of Mass
- Checking Out the Roman Missal, Third Edition
- Adjusting the Mass for the Occasion
- Spiritual Seasons of the Liturgical Year
- Part 3: Living a Saintly Life
- Chapter 11: Obeying the Rules: Catholic Law
- Following the Eternal Law of God
- Playing by the Church’s Rules
- Chapter 12: Loving and Honoring: The Ten Commandments
- Demonstrating Love for God
- Loving Your Neighbor
- Coming Out Even Steven
- Chapter 13: Being Good When Sinning Is So Easy
- Cultivating Good Habits
- The Theological Virtues
- The Seven Deadly Sins
- Chapter 14: Standing Firm: The Church’s Stance on Some Sticky Issues
- Celibacy and the Male Priesthood
- Matters of Life and Death
- Planning Your Family Naturally
- Defending Traditional Family Life
- The Economy and the Environment
- Part 4: Praying and Using Devotions
- Chapter 15: Growing in the Faith
- Having a Personal Relationship with God through Prayer
- Praying in Private and in a Community
- Taking It to the Next Level: The Stages of Spiritual Growth
- Chapter 16: Showing Your Love for God
- Going Beyond Your Basic Duty
- Running the Gamut of Devotions
- Chapter 17: Expressing Affection for Mary
- No, Catholics Don’t Worship Mary
- What Catholics Believe about Mary
- Up Close and Personal with Mary
- Chapter 18: Honoring the Catholic Saints
- Having a Place in the Hearts of Catholics
- Honoring God’s Good Friends
- It’s All about Intercession
- Recognizing a Saint
- A Saint for Every Day of the Year
- Discovering the Communion of Saints
- Chapter 19: Practicing Catholic Traditions
- Adoring the Blessed Sacrament
- Representing Life’s Journey: Other Religious Processions
- Meatless Fridays
- Using Sacramentals
- Celebrating Year-Round
- Part 5: The Part of Tens
- Chapter 20: Ten Famous Catholics
- Empress Helena (248–328)
- Mark Wahlberg(1971–)
- Lech Wałęsa (1943–)
- St. Louis IX, King of France (1214–1270)
- St. Edward the Confessor, King of England (1004–1066)
- Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475–1564)
- Hilaire Pierre René Belloc (1870–1953)
- Fra Angelico (Guido di Pietro) (1395–1455)
- Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525–1594)
- Empress Maria Theresa of Austria (1717–1780)
- Chapter 21: Ten Popular Catholic Saints
- St. Agnes (291–304)
- St. Bonaventure (1217–1274)
- St. Catherine of Siena (1347–1380)
- St. Gregory the Great (540–604)
- St. Joan of Arc (1412–1431)
- St. Leo the Great (390–461)
- St. Lucy (283–304)
- St. Sebastian (255–288)
- St. Thomas Becket (1119–1170)
- St. Thomas More (1478–1535)
- Chapter 22: Ten Popular Catholic Places to Visit
- Cathedral of Chartres (France)
- Basilica of Our Lady of Knock (Ireland)
- Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida (Brazil)
- Basilica of Santo Niño (Philippines)
- Cathedral of San Fernando (U.S.)
- Basilica della Santa Casa (Italy)
- Basilica of Our Lady of Licheń (Poland)
- St. Patrick’s Cathedral (U.S.)
- Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe (U.S.)
- Church of St. Francis (Italy)
- Chapter 23: Ten Recent Beatifications and Canonizations
- St. Charles de Foucauld (1858–1916)
- St. Titus Brandsma (1881–1942)
- St. Devasahayam Pillai (1712–1752)
- St. Luigi Maria Palazzolo (1827–1886)
- St. Giustino Russolillo (1891–1955)
- St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini (1839–1905)
- St. Artémides Zatti (1880–1951)
- St. Carlo Acutis (1991–2006)
- St. Pier Giorgio Frassati (1901–1925)
- St. Bartolo Longo (1841–1926)
- Chapter 24: Ten Catholic Books and Texts
- Catechism of the Catholic Church (1992)
- Code of Canon Law (1983)
- Enchiridion Symbolorum
- Roman Ritual
- Summa Theologica (1274)
- Liturgy of the Hours (Breviary/Divine Office)
- Roman Missal
- Roman Martyrology
- Annuario Pontificio
- Profession of Faith and Oath of Fidelity
- Part 6: Appendixes
- Appendix A: A Brief History of Catholicism
- Ancient Times (33–741)
- The Middle Ages (800–1500)
- The Reformation to the Modern Era (1517–Today)
- Appendix B: Popular Catholic Prayers
- Western (Latin) Catholic Prayers
- Eastern and Byzantine Catholic Prayers
- Appendix C: Catholic Legends
- Saint Christopher
- Blood of St. Januarius
- St. George and the Dragon
- King Arthur and the Holy Grail
- St. Boniface and the Druids
- La Befana and the Wise Men
- The Golden Legend
- Stories of the Deaths of the Apostles
- Index
- About the Authors
- Dedication
- Author’s Acknowledgments
- Connect with Dummies
- End User License Agreement