Becoming Catholic: Even If You Happen to Be One (Basic Catholicism) [Paperback]

James J. Killgallon (Author), Mary Michael O'Shaughnessy (Author), Gerard P. Weber (Author)

Book Description

Series: Basic Catholicism | Publication Date: May 2003

A comprehensive, challenging overview of the basic beliefs, teachings and practices of the Catholic faith.

Product Details

• Paperback: 218 pages
• Publisher: ACTA Publications (May 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0914070134
• ISBN-13: 978-0914070139
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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91 of 92 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating guide, but meant for group study., April 12, 1999

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This review is from: Becoming Catholic: Even If You Happen to Be One (Basic Catholicism) (Paperback)

This is a study guide, and it teaches through essays, followed by questions. The subjects are thought-provoking, and are presented in a preview/questions/review-and-explanation format. The writing is thought-provoking: How, one is asked, has God spoken to you, personally? Faith is presented as a process, one which is life-long. This book is not meant for a solitary reader, it is meant to be taught to a group which is guided by an educated director. Also, it is meant to cover certain basic doctrines, not to be a complete catechism. I wish I could find a class with whom I could share this book. It is a good experience when read alone, but it would be greatly enhanced by group discussion and sharing of thoughts.

44 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific Resource Book, March 14, 2000

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Lawrence Effler Jr (Houston, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Becoming Catholic: Even If You Happen to Be One (Basic Catholicism) (Paperback)

I have used this book for the past five years in teaching an adult confirmation class in my parish. I especially like how it is organized: essay, questions about the essay, responses to the questions, the experience of the Christian community, and personal profile. Best of all it quickly gets to the heart of Christian Faith - one's relationship with God and in particular Jesus. I have yet to have a class that did not benefit from using Becoming Catholic.