The Everything Guide to Catholicism

Why do Catholics confess their sins? What does Jesus' second coming mean? How does someone, such as Mother Teresa, become a saint? This guide answers these questions and more. This resource addresses the teachings, tradition, history, and theology of the Catholic Church. With this guide, you'll learn the foundations of the faith. Featuring explanations of:What the parts of the Mass meanBaptism, confirmation, and the other sacramentsThe priesthood and religious life todayThe life, death, and resu