Roman Catholicism: The Basics

From the most basic terms to the structures and practices of the Church, this book offers a plain-speaking introduction to Roman Catholicism. Now in a second edition, it contains new sections on relations with other faiths, coverage of recent controversies in the Church and an expanded section on social teaching. It covers:

• Roman Catholic beliefs and traditions
• practices and devotional life – rituals, prayer, mass
• Church structures and authorities – from Vatican to parish church
• Chu...