Catholicism A Complete Introduction Teach Yourself

Author : Peter Stanford
Publisher : Teach Yourself
ISBN 13 : 1473615801
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Catholicism: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself written by Peter Stanford and published by Teach Yourself. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CATHOLICISM, ALL IN ONE PLACE This is your go-to guide to the Catholic faith. It covers the basics and history of Catholicism, the Catholic Church today and teachings and traditions. It is your comprehensive and essential account of Catholic doctrine, faith and history. On the world stage, Catholicism is the largest of the branches of Christianity with over 1.2 billion followers. How has the Catholic Church's message reached into every corner of the globe, and what challenges does it face now and in the future? Catholicism: A Complete Introduction is a thorough and structured overview of the subject, covering the basics of the faith, the history of Catholicism, the role of the papacy, and teachings and traditions within the Church. It includes topics as diverse as the role of women in the Catholic Church, the celebrity of the Pope, and how 2000-year-old traditions still shape what it is to be a Catholic in the 21st century. Broken down into easy-to read parts, it includes insights, topic summaries and case studies to encourage further study and reflection. This edition also examines the 'Francis effect', the extraordinary global impact of the election of Pope Francis in 2013, and the shift his arrival has caused within and outside of the Church. Whether you simply want to expand your knowledge of the Catholic faith, or you're studying for an exam or essay, Catholicism: A Complete Introduction is your essential guide. ABOUT THE SERIES The Complete Introduction series is the ultimate one-stop guide for anyone wanting a comprehensive and accessible entry point into subjects as diverse as philosophy, mathematics, psychology and practical electronics. Loved by students and perfect for general readers who simply want to learn more about the world around them, these books are your first choice for discovering something new.

Author : Peter Stanford
Publisher : McGraw-Hill
ISBN 13 : 9780071747547
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Catholicism -- An Introduction: A Teach Yourself Guide written by Peter Stanford and published by McGraw-Hill. This book was released on 2010-10-13 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete guide to the oldest institution in the Western world--the Catholic Church Explore the essential beliefs and practices of the religion and delve into its long and fascinating history in Catholicism--An Introduction. From the significance of Rome and the importance of the Papacy, to current issues such as science, contraception and new movements within the faith, learn what it means to be Catholic today.

Author : Peter Stanford
Publisher : Teach Yourself
ISBN 13 : 9780340968802
Total Pages : 181 pages
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Download or read book Teach Yourself Catholicism written by Peter Stanford and published by Teach Yourself. This book was released on 2008 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teach Yourself Catholicism is a comprehensive guide to the Catholic faith. It begins by focusing on the essential beliefs of Catholicism (the sacraments, transubstantiation, pro-life) before delving into the history of the Catholic church and the roots of its traditions and practices. Considering the key influences in over 2000 years of fascinating history, you will soon have a good understanding of, amongst other things, the role of Jesus and Mary, the Papacy, the Great Schism and the Reformation. Peter Stanford then goes on to focus on the church in the modern world, assessing the Second Vatican Council and the key debates and questions that surround the religion today. Why has the Catholic church been so riled by the Da Vinci Code? How does Catholicism relate to our world today? Is there such a thing as a Catholic morality? Never shying away from difficult questions, Teach Yourself Catholicism is an informative and engaging read. Each title in the religion sub-series of Teach Yourself aims to present all the essential information required by a reader who has little or no previous knowledge of the religion. Perhaps you are a student studying the religion in question? Perhaps your job brings you into contact with members of a particular faith community and you want to feel confident that you are treating them with sensitivity and respect? Perhaps you have a serious spiritual interest in the religion yourself? Whether you have a particular goal in mind or are simply interested in learning more about any one of the fascinating religions covered by this series, you are certain to find these books useful and informative. Other titles in this series: Teach Yourself Christianity, Teach Yourself Judaism, Teach Yourself Islam, Teach Yourself Sikhism, Teach Yourself Buddhism, Teach Yourself Hinduism, Teach Yourself World Faiths.

Author : Richard Gribble
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1440504105
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Everything Guide to Catholicism written by Richard Gribble and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-11-18 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Peter Stanford
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781473615816
Total Pages : 289 pages
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Download or read book Catholicism written by Peter Stanford and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Peter Stanford
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ISBN 13 : 9781785396946
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Download or read book Catholicism written by Peter Stanford and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Peter Stanford
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 257 pages
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Download or read book Catholicism - An Introduction written by Peter Stanford and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Catholicism - an Introduction is a comprehensive guide to the history, key beliefs and practices of the Catholic faith.

Author : Thomas Joseph White
Publisher : CUA Press
ISBN 13 : 0813229715
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Light of Christ written by Thomas Joseph White and published by CUA Press. This book was released on 2017-09-15 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Light of Christ provides an accessible presentation of Catholicism that is grounded in traditional theology, but engaged with a host of contemporary questions or objections. Inspired by the theologies of Iranaeus, Thomas Aquinas and John Henry Newman, and rooted in a post-Vatican II context, Fr. Thomas Joseph White presents major doctrines of the Christian religion in a way that is comprehensible for non-specialists: knowledge of God, the mystery of the Trinity, the Incarnation and the atonement, the sacraments and the moral life, eschatology and prayer. At the same time, The Light of Christ also addresses topics such as evolution, the modern historical study of Jesus and the Bible, and objections to Catholic moral teaching. Touching on the concerns of contemporary readers, Fr. White examines questions such as whether Christianity is compatible with the findings of the modern sciences, do historical Jesus studies disrupt or confirm the teaching of the faith, and does history confirm the antiquity of Catholic claims. This book serves as an excellent introduction for young professionals with no specialized background in theology who are interested in learning more about Catholicism, or as an introduction to Catholic theology. It will also serve as a helpful text for theology courses in a university context. As Fr. White states in the book’s introduction: “This is a book that offers itself as a companion. I do not presume to argue the reader into the truths of the Catholic faith, though I will make arguments. My goal is to make explicit in a few broad strokes the shape of Catholicism. I hope to outline its inherent intelligibility or form as a mystery that is at once visible and invisible, ancient and contemporary, mystical and reasonable.”

Author : Michel Therrien
Publisher : Sophia Institute Press
ISBN 13 : 1644130661
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Catholic Faith Explained written by Michel Therrien and published by Sophia Institute Press. This book was released on 2020-03-19 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the point of faith, and, in particular, of the Catholic Faith? Written in a welcoming style, this straightforward book provides a clear, compelling answer to that question. As such, it's meant for non-Catholics who are curious about the Catholic Faith, for cradle Catholics who may never have really understood the Faith, and for longtime Catholics who've begun to question the Faith and may even be thinking of leaving it. Here, free of controversies and polemics, you'll encounter the principal beliefs that form the framework of Christianity, and, in particular, a thorough explanation of what the Church teaches about Jesus. To accomplish this faithfully, author Michel Therrien relies on just two sources—the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church—to provide an authoritative overview of what the Faith teaches about God and why believing in Him is important. In twenty short, easy-to-digest chapters, Therrien presents you with Christianity as t

Author : David Allan
Publisher : Teach Yourself
ISBN 13 : 1473608732
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scottish History: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself written by David Allan and published by Teach Yourself. This book was released on 2015-04-23 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scottish History: A Complete Introduction is a comprehensive guide to the exciting story of this nation, from pre-history right through to the present day. With the question of Scottish independence once again on the agenda, this book will allow you to trace the events, both peaceful and bloody, that have brought the country to this point. Tracing events from the pre-history of the land and the coming of the Scots to the rise of the Scottish National Party, it provides an informative and accessible introduction to Scotland's history. Whether it is the Jacobite Rebellion, the advances of the Scottish Enlightenment or its role in WWI and WWII, this is the perfect place to start. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.