Friendly Guides to the Catholic Church
It's a case of one book becoming three
Monsignor Tony Doherty has written one book that can be used in three different contexts. It's a beautiful and informative booklet that sets out to provide a friendly introduction to the Catholic Faith. We have produced three editions of the booklet for three different contexts, each with its own cover and introduction.
So You're Working for the Catholic Church,
intended for staff working in schools, hospitals, welfare agencies -
anyone who works in a Catholic sponsored institution.. There is no dogmatic
presentation to alienate non-Catholics or non-believers but rather an invitation
to understand the special ethos of Catholic institutions.
So
You're Seeking to Renew Your
Faith.
Feedback on the original book suggested that with a changed preface it
would be a valuable support for Catholics seeking to renew their faith and for
Catholic who have had little contact with the Church. It's an ideal book to use
in parish renewal programs, discussion groups or RCIA programs.
So You're Sending Your Child to a Catholic School. We know from surveys that less than 10% of parents sending their children to Catholic schools attend church regularly. This booklet will enable them to understand the rationale behind the programs in the school.
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"One of the best resources available to
Australians today."
It's very rare that we
publish a book with so many wonderful advance comments. And these are only a
small sample of the praise that Tony Doherty's booklet has received.
When I finished reading Monsignor Tony Doherty's book I felt more than ever glad, proud, and thankful I am a Catholic.
Richard Hughes,
parishioner and Fairfax journalist
I have no hesitation in recommending this 'friendly and gentle introduction' as one of the best resources available to Australians today.
Gerard Rummery fsc,
Lasallian Education Centre
It is a humane invitation to respectful understanding of all that is Catholic - It's a great introduction for Catholic beginners and a friendly primer for those who have lost touch over the years.
Frank Brennan sj,
professor, Institute of Legal Studies,
Australian Catholic University
As you read through So You're ..., you will see that Tony Doherty writes from his own pastoral experience that has taught him to respect and relish the diverse backgrounds of his readers. There is nothing dogmatic in his presentation; instead he provides moving stories as starting points for explanation, explanations that remain open to further questioning.
Yet within this friendly and gentle introduction to the faith, he provides ten chapters that deal with the basic beliefs of the Catholic Church, adds words that need explanation, helpful quotations from The Catechism of the Catholic Church and key historical facts about the Australian Church.
And it is a beautiful production with quality design, full-colour evocative photography and striking calligraphy.
So You're working for the Catholic Church was Launched in Sydney by Bishop David Cremin. Read his speech by clicking here.
| So You're Seeking to Renew Your Faith ISBN: 9781920721671 ISBN 13: 9781920721671 Author(s) : Msgr Anthony Doherty Price: $ 14.95 Sophia Price: $ 11.96 |
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| So Youre Working for the Catholic Church: ISBN: 9781920721589 ISBN 13: 9781920721589 Author(s) : Mgr Anthony Doherty Price: $ 14.95 Sophia Price: $ 11.96 |
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