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"Anyone who wants to learn about 'things Catholic' will want to read this book." -- Harry Grile, C.SS.R., Liguorian Magazine

"I would recommend this as a useful resource for anyone with questions about the how's or why's of Catholic etiquette." -- Susan Hines-Brigger, St. Anthony Messenger

"Isca has produced a guidebook for the puzzled (including many Catholics, no doubt) that is simple, informed, and delightfully engaging." -- The Reverend Richard John Neuhaus, Editor-in-chief, First Things

"There is information here that even the most conscientious practicing Catholic might find helpful...." -- Mary Ellen Quinn, Booklist

"This book should be required reading for all Catholics!... Isca ...leads us through the sacraments, explaining their history and beauty." -- Gene Rohling, Catholic Online forum of CompuServe

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 191 pages
  • Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor (September 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0879735902
  • ISBN-13: 978-0879735906
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #305,913 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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91 of 95 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for "cradle" Catholics, too!, August 29, 2000
By SBeck (Cleveland, OH) - See all my reviews
As a lifelong or "cradle" Catholic, I mechanically followed the rituals of the Church - genuflecting, dipping my fingertips into the holy water, making the sign of the cross, etc... During Mass, I stood, sat, and kneeled on cue without hesitation, but also with little thought.

This engaging book, while perhaps targeted at those recently converting (or considering) to Catholicism, in a few short chapters, enriched my understanding of my own faith. By exploring the historical origins of the many rituals and customs in a straightforward and easy-to-read manner, Ms. Isca has enhanced my Catholic education.

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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for new catholics, January 6, 2000
By Tina Owens (Beaufort, South Carolina) - See all my reviews
This book was given to me by a friend while I was taking the "re-embering" class at church. I had a lot of basic questions that were a little to basic for the nun to answer. Bless her heart, she just knew too much and never got her answers basic enough for my questions. A friend in my class gave me the book because she understood what it was I was asking and knew the book had the answers.

I really enjoyed reading this book. Like I said, it answered so many questions. I wanted to know what I was supposed to be doing at mass and not make all the mistakes other people make because they are just doing what they see other people do.

I am now sponsoring a girl who is considering becoming a Catholic and I gave her the book for Christmas because I know she will find it helpful. This is a great book for non-catholics or new ones.

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars very good - especially for Catholic converts, April 8, 1999
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The author was a former Protestant, and so she explains a lot of the differences between the two religions, both philosophical differences and visible differences. I would recommend the book for non-Catholics who want to know why Catholics do the things they do, or those who might have occasion to attend a Catholic mass, funeral, baptism, confirmation, or other event, and want to know the proper things to do. It is also useful for recent converts to the Catholic religion because the author answers the questions she had herself. It's a very good book that I believe to be accurate, and is entertaining at the same time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Catholic Etiquette: What You Need to Know About Catholic Rites and Wrongs
This book was written by a convert, like myself, who so enjoys the Catholic Faith. Her book details guidelines of what to do and what not to do within the Catholic Church. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Jimmie D. Robbins

2.0 out of 5 stars Good Idea - Wrong Author
As another reviewer notes, it seems to be about 'How to Be a Catholic Somewhere in Indiana.' I hoped to read through it and pass it on to my convert-niece to help her know what... Read more
Published 17 months ago by DeepReader

2.0 out of 5 stars Should be called "How Non-Catholic etiquette shapes white American Catholicism"
I bought this book for help in raising my own children. For this, I found it somewhat limited. There are a handful of useful bits of information to put into practice. Read more
Published on July 25, 2007 by Salty Saltillo

4.0 out of 5 stars Catholic Etiquette
I was very pleased with the book. It helped me to understand what is going on and I didn't feel that everyone was watching me.
Published on November 4, 2006 by K. Coon

2.0 out of 5 stars VERY DISAPPOINTED
I STARTED TO READ THE BOOK WITH MUCH ENTHUSIASM, WHICH QUICKLY CAME TO A HALT. THE AUTHOR BREEZED OVER THE REALLY IMPORTANT PARTS OF MASS SUCH AS THE EUCHARIST, COMMUNION, WHAT... Read more
Published on September 22, 2006 by LMER

4.0 out of 5 stars For Generation X
Catechesis in the seventies and eighties left out much of the reasons for our Catholic Traditions and this text helps fill in some of the gaps! Read more
Published on July 8, 2006 by Karen S. Yash

4.0 out of 5 stars Catholic Etiquette
As a converted Catholic, there were many things that were never explained to me. This book breaks it down in simple and understandable language. Read more
Published on March 26, 2006 by Louise Kelly

4.0 out of 5 stars Religious Book Review
Book given as a gift. Can't comment on book's contents.
Published on January 15, 2006 by C. Vernon Kestler Jr.

4.0 out of 5 stars Not Much Why but Plenty of How To
Kay Lynn Isca was raised a Protestant and is well aware that some Catholic practices and customs may be confusing to new Catholics and to some cradle Catholics as well. Read more
Published on February 12, 2005 by Dennis Phillips

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for non-Catholics marrried to Catholics
When I married my husband (an agnostic) in the Catholic church, he had no idea about what was going on. Read more
Published on November 2, 2001

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