Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition
Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition
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The award-winning Catechism featured in the #1 podcast—The Catechism in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz.
This stunning, best-selling edition contains the complete and updated text of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, along with these exclusive features:
- Sources Explained: The Foundations of Faith approach introduces each section with insights that highlight the books of Sacred Scripture and writings of the Church that form the basis of the teachings found in the Catechism.
- Thematic Color Guide: An innovative color-coded design helps you visually understand how the Catechism’s four pillars are deeply interconnected.
- Section Snapshots & Key Terms: Each section opens with a high-level summary from the Catechism at a Glance chart, along with key terms from the Glossary to aid comprehension and study.
- Historical References: The only edition with a dedicated appendix featuring summaries of the major Ecumenical Councils and a timeline of key Ecclesiastical Writers whose work is referenced throughout the Catechism.
Perfect for prayer, study, or as a companion to the hit podcast, this edition is designed to help you experience the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith more deeply than ever before.
Recipient of the 2023 Association of Catholic Publishers Excellence in Publishing Awards
Resource of the Year
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Leatherlike / English
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Paperback / English
The Paperback version of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition does not come with a keepsake box or a free copy of The Catechism at a Glance Chart.
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Large Print / English
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Notetaking / English
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eBook / English
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Paperback / Spanish

The catechism of the Catholic Church with the reading plan for catechism in a year is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about the faith.
Gave as a gift for a new OCIA student coming into the church, at Easter time. Told him he needs to pay it forward, do something good without any payment. Have that person pay forward. I pray we have a long chain of Pay it forwards.
I bought the book when I came into the Church three years ago. Followed Fr. Mike Schmidt during the first Catechism in a year podcast. Recommend to all.
Just started this journey and love it!
The Ascension Catechism is a wonderful resource and is well constructed. After two months it is breaking in slowly but surely. The paper is excellent for constant page turning. Also, provided you use the appropriate pens and highlighters, note-taking hardly bleeds through at all, although, I understand that no reasonable paper will totally eliminate all bleeding through. I love the items in the appendix! The index is very helpful and I use it constantly. I also turn to the glossary quite a bit. Importantly, particularly because the catechism is a "study book" by its nature, I'm very pleased that you included the four ribbons! I enjoy the white cover, too. Well done!
I love Ascension Catechism. I don't know what else to say that other reviews haven't. I definitely recommend it. I'm reading it along with the podcast Catechism in a year. Well done! Thank you Ascension and Fr Mike Schmitz.