Fifty-two words that every Catholic child should know, thoroughly yet simply explained with suggestions on how to apply them to everyday life. Each entry is accompanied by an easy-to-memorize quote from Scripture.

A to Z Guide to the Catholic Faith is the perfect study companion for anyone who wants to know more about the largest branch of Christianity. It presents authoritative, comprehensive, and current articles identifying and explaining Catholic traditions, teachings, institutions, leaders, and historical events.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 540-542) and indexes.

Catholic Beliefs From A to Z is a rich inspirational dictionary that clearly and concisely defines the words Catholics use to speak and write about their faith. Organized alphabetically, this valuable book defines approximately 500 religious words which have for centuries been prayerfully sung, spoken, and polished by believers. Catholic Beliefs From A to Z focuses on the most important words and phrases used in the Catholic Church today and throughout history.

"Many adult Catholics who were initiated into the Church as children received little our no formal religious instruction beyond the elementary school level, which is why their faith, the faith of their childhood, often seems inadequate to deal with the problems of a "grown-up world". This book can help them supplement the incomplete faith they knew as children with a faith that is not only alive and relevant, but also enables them to make sense of a world that no longer seems to make sense."

With more than a billion faithful, Catholicism is the world's premier religion. It is yet more significant as its impact reaches around the world. However, like most religions, it is not always easy to fathom, not even for initiates. This book is a fine summary of the beliefs, rites, events, movements, memorable popes, saints, and other key persons in Catholic history. A lively introduction summarizes Church history from the time of Christ, through the various schismatic movements, to present- day Catholicism in the U.S. The A to Z entries also focus on theology and doctrine, providing balanced coverage of controversies. An excellent student resource, user-friendly, and the ideal starting place for research assignments.