Overview
The Catholic religion has a spiritual, cultural and historical
heritage that spans more than 2000 years. The first part
of the book explains the hierarchy and structure of the
Church, from the Pope who provides guidance to the
bishops in their dioceses, to the priests in their parishes.
The seven sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, the
Eucharist, penance and reconciliation, the anointing of
the sick, holy orders and Holy Matrimony are all
described. Finally, important days and festivals in the
Catholic calendar are discussed, such as Lent, The
Resurrection and Easter. Lavishly illustrated with more
than 180 photographs and fine-art paintings.
• An introduction to the traditions of Catholic ritual
• Describes the administrative structure of the Church,
and examines the duties performed by different sorts of
nuns and priests and the vows they take
• Explains the seven sacraments
• Features a guide to the festivals and holy days in the
Catholic calendar and the customs associated with them
heritage that spans more than 2000 years. The first part
of the book explains the hierarchy and structure of the
Church, from the Pope who provides guidance to the
bishops in their dioceses, to the priests in their parishes.
The seven sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, the
Eucharist, penance and reconciliation, the anointing of
the sick, holy orders and Holy Matrimony are all
described. Finally, important days and festivals in the
Catholic calendar are discussed, such as Lent, The
Resurrection and Easter. Lavishly illustrated with more
than 180 photographs and fine-art paintings.
• An introduction to the traditions of Catholic ritual
• Describes the administrative structure of the Church,
and examines the duties performed by different sorts of
nuns and priests and the vows they take
• Explains the seven sacraments
• Features a guide to the festivals and holy days in the
Catholic calendar and the customs associated with them
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