Catechism of Catholic Ch 2nd

By explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives (the Commandments), and what she prays (the Lord’s Prayer), the Catechism not only offers answers for those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith, but also broadens the knowledge of those who already believe. This updated second edition comes with detailed footnotes, comprehensive indexes, and cross-references for a fuller appreciation of every subject. Indexes include: • Scripture references • ecclesiastical documents • authoritative writers in the tradition • a broad range of topics Drawing on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints, the Catechism of the Catholic Church is the complete summary of the shared beliefs of Catholics around the world.