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Catholicism can seem a bit mysterious to non-Catholics—and even Catholics. Embrace your curiosity and turn to
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Catholicism For Dummies
explains the basics of Catholic beliefs like the importance of Sunday Mass; the seven sacraments; the purity of the Blessed Virgin Mary; heaven, hell, and purgatory; the Trinity; and so much more. You'll learn about the Catholic perspective on women as priests, saints as examples of how to live, and prayer as the basis of a relationship with God.
This easy-to-read resource offers an overview of a rich and diverse faith. You'll also discover:
The ins and outs of living as a Catholic and why followers of the faith observe traditions like attending Mass on certain days of the year, praying the rosary, and not eating meat on Fridays
Information on what the pope does, how he is selected, the history of the Vatican, and what it's like to be a priest in today's society
Details about the church's position on modern social issues, like poverty, abortion and the death penalty, same-sex marriage, and contraception
Whether you're a cradle Catholic or just curious about the world's second largest religion,
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