Out-of-print for two years but still in constant demand, the "full size" Catechism of the Catholic Church is back. Only this second edition: incorporates all the final modifications made in the official Latin text of the Catechism (it's the definitive edition); provides a much more complete index (it's easier to use); contains a brand new glossary of terms (it's easier to understand); and all this new information adds up to 100 pages more than in the original edition.

"A sure and certain standard for the teaching of the faith."
--John Paul II

One of the topics closest to the heart of Pope John Paul II is a renewed commitment by the faithful to the Church's teaching on human sexuality. Catholic Sexual Ethics, Second Edition is a definitive and comprehensive account of the Catholic Church's position on all aspects of human sexuality, including the origin of life, homosexuality, and birth control. Now revised and updated to include references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Veritatis Splendor, Evangelium Vitae, and more, this standard reference work takes on new weight and authority. The best book available for a complete and orthodox presentation of Catholic sexual teaching, this new edition is a vital reference and essential resource for anyone involved in ministry, education, or catechesis.

"This book clears a straight road through the thorny jungles of skewed modern thinking about the way to live, and does do with the easy brilliance, impish insight, and searching simplicity that have become Peter Kreeft's special trademarks.

Bonacci is a lecturer and columnist who concerns herself with relationship issues. She offers questions and answers culled from her discussions about sex, dating and marriage.

Scott and Kimberly Hahn put their story into print, recounting their spiritual journey "back home" into God's worldwide family, the Catholic Church.

THE CATHOLIC BIBLE: PERSONAL STUDY EDITION is considered one of the best introductions to the Bible for Catholics. Its content is designed for people just beginning to study Scripture, presenting essential information in an organized, easy-to-read style. Using The New American Bible text, the official translation of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States, this volume features over 400 pages of well-organized, jargon-free study materials; Reading Guides give complete background on each book of the Bible; charts, maps, concept definitions, and study questions provide a variety of ways to approach the information; a glossary of biblical terms that defines unfamiliar words, and a list of lectionary readings showing the cycle of Bible passages read in Sunday Mass.

The Catholic Prayer Book is an excellent resource for personal prayer. It gathers a diverse selection of prayers and devotions from the rich traditions of the Church, both ancient and contemporary. This treasury of Catholic worship includes personal, family, and liturgical prayers. Tens of thousands of Catholics who use The Catholic Prayer Book testify that it is the best collection of prayers available. This handsome leatherette edition makes an ideal gift for any occasion, especially sacramental events such as baptism, First Communion, and confirmation.

Of all things Catholic, there is nothing that is so familiar us the Mass. With its unchanging prayers, the Mass fits Catholics like their favorite clothes. Yet most Catholics sitting in the pews on Sundays fail to see the powerful supernatural drama that enfolds them. Pope John Paul II described the Mass as "heaven on Earth, " explaining that what "we celebrate on Earth is a mysterious participation in the heavenly liturgy."

"Karl Keating is simply one of the best Catholic apologists alive. He writes in the tradition of, and as a worthy successor to, Fred Sheed and Archbishop Fulton Sheen. He is thoroughly orthodox, reasonable, clear, and interesting"....Ralph McInermy

Renowned scholar and religion columnist Kevin Orlin Johnson answers the most frequently asked questions on Catholic faith, worship. culture, and customs.