The Seeker's Catechism: The Basics of Catholicism | Updated Edition
About this ebook
This updated edition of The Seeker’s Catechism by veteran teacher Michael Pennock offers concise answers to questions about the riches of Catholic faith based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. You will learn about what the Church teaches about the sacraments, annulment, the purpose of prayer, the Virgin Mary, salvation, the Paschal Mystery, and much more.
New features include:
- questions for personal reflection at the end of each chapter;
- thought-provoking quotations by saints such as St. John Damascene, St. Aloysius Gonzaga, St. Ambrose, St. Thérèse of Lisieux, St. Birgitta of Sweden, and St. Bernadette;
- numbered and indexed questions for easy reference; and
- an appendix offers information about how to become a Catholic.
This book is perfect for adults or teens interested in becoming Catholic through RCIA, those preparing for Confirmation, former Catholics returning to the Church, or anyone wanting to begin a closer examination of the faith. It makes an ideal gift for seekers as they begin to explore or enhance their understanding of Catholicism and deepen their relationships with God.
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About the author
Michael Francis Pennock (1945–2009) was the author of several bestselling religion textbooks published by Ave Maria Press for Catholic high schools, including Encountering Jesus in the New Testament, Your Life in Christ, and Our Catholic Faith. He also is the author of This is Our Faith, The Seeker’s Catechism, Questions from Seventh Period, and Ready for College.Pennock taught theology for more than thirty-five years, mostly at his alma mater, St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland, Ohio.
