Why Be Catholic?: Ten Answers to a Very Important Question by Patrick Madrid
“In my own search for answers to the question Why be Catholic? I determined early on that having a good feeling about the Catholic Church was no substitute for knowing whether or not the teachings of the Catholic Church are true.”-Patrick Madrid
In this insightful tour of Catholicism's stunning history and traditions. Patrick Madrid explores why everyone should be Catholic and you should be too! Drawing upon his experiences as a Catholic kid in 1960s California to his life's work as an author and professor of apologetics, Madrid offers a deeply personal, scripturally based testament to Catholicism. Why Be Catholic? Celebrates the 2,000-year history of the Church and explores the foundations of its most notable-and sometimes controversial-teachings. With humor and enthusiasm, Madrid dispels misconceptions about the Holy Eucharist, tells the true story of his miracle encounter with Our Lady of Guadalupe, and pays homage to the profound (and sometimes colorful) history of the papacy. By examining the seven sacraments, many martyrs, and countless charities, Madrid reveals the remarkable gifts only the Catholic Church can bring to the lives of the faithful. More than just a guide for better living, Why Be Catholic? Proves that Catholicisms really does offer the Good Life.
Product Details:
- Hardcover
- 228 pages