Catholic roots, Mormon Harvest [Paperback]

Eric Shuster (Author), Cedar Fort (Editor), Inc. (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 15, 2009

Eric and his wife Marilyn were happy with their Catholic faith. Both rooted deep in their beloved religion, neither one dreamed that they would ever leave it. But when they moved next door to a Mormon family, their lives changed forever. This is the story of their conversion, as told by Eric, along with a respectful and enlightening comparison of 40 key doctrines between Catholicism and Mormonism that testified to them of the restoration of the gospel. Find yourself touched, challenged, and educated as you share Eric and Marilyn s journey from Catholic roots to Mormon harvest. *This Book Contains:* CHAPTER 1 - OUR CONVERSION STORY: Eric s Background, Marilyn s Background, Our Conversion; CHAPTER 2 - DOCTRINAL PREPARATION: The Restored Gospel, Understanding and Reconciling Doctrinal Differences; CHAPTER 3 - PREMORTAL EXISTENCE; CHAPTER 4 - CREATION AND THE FALL: Creation, The Fall of Adam and Eve Original Sin;CHAPTER 5 - COMMUNICATION TO AND FROM GOD: Revelation, Scriptures , Prayer; CHAPTER 6 - THE FATHER, SON, AND HOLY SPIRIT: God the Father, Jesus Christ Our Savior, The Holy Spirit, The Trinity; CHAPTER 7 - ANGELS AND SATAN; Angels, Satan and His Followers; CHAPTER 8 - THE CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST: The Crucifixion or Atonement , The Resurrection; CHAPTER 9 - PRIESTHOOD: Structure and Authority, Priesthood Power Healings and Blessings, Priesthood Marriage and Celibacy, Paid Ministry; CHAPTER 10 - ORGANIZATION: Structure of the Church of Jesus Christ , Church Name; CHAPTER 11 - POPES AND PROPHETS; CHAPTER 12 - MARY; CHAPTER 13 - THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS: Baptism, Penance, Reconciliation, & Repentance, Eucharist or the Sacrament , Confirmation and Gifts of the Spirit, Matrimony & Marriage , Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick; CHAPTER 14 - LIFE AFTER DEATH: Particular or Partial Judgment, Purgatory, Limbo, and the Spirit World, The Second Coming, The Resurrection, Final Judgment, Hell, Heaven; CHAPTER 15 - EARTHLY AND ETERNAL FAMILIES: The Earthly Family, Temples, Eternal Families, Redeeming the Dead; CHAPTER 16 - BY THEIR FRUITS YE SHALL KNOW THEM: Comparison of Youth Fruits, Comparison of Adult Fruits; CHAPTER 17 - WHAT S REALLY IMPORTANT?

Editorial Reviews

Review

Unique among books released by Mormon publishing houses, Eric Shuster's "Catholic Roots Mormon Harvest," will appeal to Catholics as much as it will interest members of the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The book's very design is to highlight the similarities and differences between Mormonism and Catholicism, and consequently much of the book will be review from a reader familiar with either. The decades he spent as a non-Mormon give Shuster a distinctive vernacular, though, that gives even the most well-known doctrines a fresh makeover. Throughout the 261 pages, Shuster makes clear his love for both faiths. As he writes on page 83, "...I wasn't giving up anything in becoming a Latter-day Saint and was in fact gaining so much more in reaping the harvest." --Molly Farmer, Mormon Times

About the Author

Eric Shuster is the fifth of six children born to George and Patricia Shuster. He is a graduate of Saint Lawrence Catholic College Preparatory School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from San Jose State University and a Masters of Science degree from the University of Phoenix. He is a veteran of the information technology industry and the President and CEO of IntelliClear Inc., a Colorado-based market research firm. Eric is also the Founder and Executive Director of the Foundation for Christian Studies, a non-profit organization dedicated to the study, teaching, and practice of Christianity. Eric was born into the Catholic faith and was an active member for twenty-seven years. During this time, he served in a variety of lay leadership roles relating to music, youth ministry, and young adult ministry. Eric s wife, Marilyn, is the third of eight children born to Bruce and Bettie Williams. She is a graduate of Nathan Hale High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Saint Thomas (magna cum laude). Like Eric, she was born into the Catholic faith and was an active member for thirty-four years. During this time, she served in a variety of lay leadership roles, including certified Catholic youth minister, and Franciscan nun. In 1989 Marilyn and Eric converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They have been active Latter-day Saints ever since. They have served in a many ward and stake leadership roles. The Shusters have three children and make their home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Cedar Fort, Inc.; 1 edition (April 15, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1599552574
• ISBN-13: 978-1599552576
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #844,163 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Mr. Shuster is an author and the Founder and Executive Director of the Foundation for Christian Studies (FCS). Mr. Shuster is an ardent student of the scriptures and prolific theological writer, whose passion for Christianity and humanitarian service led him to founding the FCS in 2008. Mr. Shuster holds a Bachelors degree in Engineering and a Masters degree in Business from San Jose State University and the University of Phoenix respectively.

Following a distinguished career in the technology field, Mr. Shuster founded IntelliClear in 2004--a market research and business consulting firm based in Colorado Springs. Besides his role as CEO of IntelliClear, Mr. Shuster is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has held numerous ecclesiastical positions including leadership, auxiliaries, and teaching.

Mr. Shuster and his wife Marilyn of over 20 years have three children and reside in Colorado where he enjoys writing, community service, and hiking. Mr. Shuster is also a musician and former recording artist. Mr. Shuster's latest book is "Catholic Roots, Mormon Harvest" (Cedar Fort Inc). Mr. Shuster has also written dozens of Christian theological essays available from the Foundation for Christian Studies at www.studychristianity.org.