An updated and revised guide that, in its past editions, has told the story of being Catholic as Catholics themselves live their faith, every day of their lives. More so than ever before, this edition speaks to nonclergy, practicing Catholics, and interested others, as well as religious professionals and members of the clergy.
Among the changes for this edition:
- Explanation of the various stances within American Catholicism today
- Recent Catholic history-the death of John Paul II and the election of a new pope
- Expanded discussion of Catholic sacraments
- Discussion of the present state and effectiveness of Catholic schools/education, Catholic identity, and Catholic social teaching
- New foreword and introduction that will bring new voices to the book
