What is confirmation? Why do we need the gifts of the Holy Spirit? How can we prepare ourselves to receive this sacrament? > As one of the Church's sacraments of initiation, confirmation has often been thought of as a rite of maturity in the faith. How does this sacrament prepare us to live out and witness our Christian faith? Drawing on the popular and trusted Catholic Update newsletter, the Catholic Update Guide to Confirmation explains some of the history and meaning of the sacrament. It will guide you through the process of confirmation and inspire you to let it change your life.

This book is intended to be both a manual for preparatin for the sacrament of confirmation and a remembrance of this important event in the spiritual life of the confirmed Catholic.

My Confirmation has been used by United Church of Christ (UCC) congregations for confirmation instruction since the early 1950s. This newly revised second edition includes updated information on the organization of the UCC denomination; the Collegium of Ministers; the work the UCC is doing in each covenanted ministry; and more. Designed as a workbook, it provides youth with insight into: the Bible, its origins, and how to use it Christian beliefs; understanding God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit the Christian church My Confirmation also addresses some vital questions regarding the importance of church and the meaning of confirmation, and contains a helpful resource section.

The sacraments of reconciliation and the anointing of the sick are the Church's response to our need for healing, both physical and spiritual. The Catholic Update Guide to the Sacraments of Healing examines the healing power of both sacraments, dispels some misconceptions, and provides a historical, practical, and sacramental perspective that blends solid theology with liturgical experience. (From back cover).

Over 3 million copies sold! Essential reading for Catholics of all walks of life. Here it is - the first new Catechism of the Catholic Church in more than 400 years, a complete summary of what Catholics around the world commonly believe. The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints. It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a fuller understanding of every subject. The word catechism means "instruction" - this book will serve as the standard for all future catechisms. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives (the Commandments), and what she prays (the Lord's Prayer), the Catechism of the Catholic Church offers challenges for believers and answers for all those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith. The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a positive, coherent and contemporary map for our spiritual journey toward transformation.

The Catholic Update Guide to Confession offers a concise understanding of what confession is and does for Catholics, and gives a step-by-step guide to participating in the sacrament. There is information on how to prepare for confession, prayers including the Act of Contrition, and other helpful tips for making the experience meaningful and life-enriching. This resource is ideal for anyone returning to confession, preparing to receive for the first time, or those who want to review the sacrament of reconciliation as they prepare a child for the sacrament.

What is the Catholic Church? How did it begin and develop into one of the largest religious organizations in the world? Why does it continue to grow when so many other Christian denominations have declined? The Catholic Update Guide to the Catholic Church gives readers a concise yet inclusive overview of the Church as we know it today. The book explores the history of how the Church came to be, looking at key moments in its development from the time of Jesus to the twenty-first century. It examines the structure and organization of the Church, highlighting the practical implications of what’s needed to run a worldwide institution while keeping an eye on the critical pastoral role of the Church. You’ll find out what makes the Church distinctly Catholic, identifying various qualities and characteristics of its members and solidifying the core tenets of Christianity inherent in the faith. More than just a religious organization, this book will show how the Catholic Church today holds the promise of a life filled with meaning and purpose, grounded in God and modeled on the teachings of Jesus Christ.