Signs of life : 40 Catholic customs and their biblical roots

Hahn, Scott.

Book 2009

Shares accessible explanations of the biblical doctrines and historical traditions that underlie Catholicism's beliefs and practices, introducing basic tenets while sharing reflections on how to apply Catholic wisdom to everyday life.

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Catholic Church Customs and practices

Catholic Church Doctrines

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ISBN:

9780385519496
0385519494

Edition:

First edition

Description:

xi, 276 pages ; 22 cm

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references

Contents:

[Pt.] 1: Life begins. Holy water ; The sign of the Cross ; Baptism ; The Mass ; Guardian angels
[Pt.] 2: Life times. The Church's calendar ; Lent and Easter ; Advent and Christmas ; Novenas
[Pt.] 3: A day in the life. Posture ; Morning offering ; Prayers of aspiration ; The Angelus ; Grace at meals ; Examination of conscience
[Pt.] 4: Life lessons. Bible study ; Spiritual reading ; Retreat
[Pt.] 5: Stages of life. Confirmation ; Marriage ; Priesthood ; Anointing of the sick
[Pt.] 6: Spice of life. Incense ; Candles ; Sacred images ; Relics ; Fasting and mortification
[Pt.] 7: Abundant life. Confession ; Indulgences ; Intercession of the saints ; Pilgrimage ; The presence of God ; Almsgiving
[Pt.] 8: Love of my life. Devotion to the Trinity ; The rosary ; Scapulars and medals ; Mental prayer ; Reverence for the tabernacle
[Pt.] 9: Life goes on. Preparation for death ; Prayers for the dead

LCCN:

2009012276

Control Number:

673671

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