Chapter 1: God’s Goodness | What Catholics Believe
God reveals himself as one God in Three Persons
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Good Stewards
Chapter 2: Praise and Thanksgiving | How Catholics Worship
It is right to give thanks and praise to the Lord our God, especially for the gift of God’s Son, Jesus.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Altar Servers
Chapter 3: The Commandments and God’s Covenant (God’s Covenant) | How Catholics Live
The Ten Commandments guide us in serving the one true God.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Catechists
Chapter 4: The Commandments and the Lord’s Prayer (Our Father in Heaven) | How Catholics Pray
We follow the message of selflessness by praying the Lord’s Prayer.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Music
Chapter 5: Jesus, the Image of God | What Catholics Believe
Jesus shows us how to love others as God loves us.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Cursillo
Chapter 6: Baptism in Christ | How Catholics Worship
In Baptism we are united with Christ and the Church.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Godparents
Chapter 7: The Commandments and the Beatitudes (Kingdom and Beatitudes) | How Catholics Live
The Beatitudes are paths to happiness and to God’s kingdom.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Holy Name Society
Chapter 8: The Commandments and the Kingdom [Thy Kingdom Come] | How Catholics Pray
The Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes lead to God’s justice.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Parish Staff
Chapter 9: The Holy Spirit Guides Us | What Catholics Believe
The Holy Spirit guides us in making choices that show God’s goodness.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Youth Ministers
Chapter 10: Confirmed in the Spirit | How Catholics Worship
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the Holy Spirit strengthens us to become more like Christ.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • RCIA
Chapter 11: The Commandments and the Law of Love (Love of Neighbor) | How Catholics Live
The fourth through sixth commandments guide us to love and respect all people.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Respect Life
Chapter 12: The Commandments and Doing God’s Will (Thy Will Be Done) | How Catholics Pray
Through prayer we learn to understand and trust God’s plan for each of us.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Eucharistic Holy Hour
Chapter 13: Sacraments in the Church | What Catholics Believe
The Church celebrates the sacraments so that we can fully experience Christ’s presence.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Liturgy Committee
Chapter 14: The Sacrament of Reconciliation | How Catholics Worship
Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, our relationship with God and the Church is healed.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Anointing of the Sick and Ministry
Chapter 15: The Commandments and Forgiveness (Forgiveness and Reconciliation) | How Catholics Live
Our conscience is guided by what the Church teaches about God’s laws.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Pastoral Council
Chapter 16: The Commandments and Praying for Forgiveness (Forgive Us Our Trespasses) | How Catholics Pray
The seventh through tenth commandments require us to give proper respect and care for the rights of others.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Lectors
Chapter 17: Our Vocation to the World | What Catholics Believe
We share Christ’s role as priest, prophet, and king with those who are baptized.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Ministries to the Unemployed
Chapter 18: The Eucharist | How Catholics Worship
The Eucharist is central to our Catholic faith.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Chapter 19: The New Commandment and the Works of Mercy (The Law of Love) | How Catholics Live
Jesus combined the Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes into one law of love.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Ministries to the Poor
Chapter 20: The Commandments and Bringing God’s Message to the World (Deliver Us from Evil) | How Catholics Pray
Through prayer, God helps us bring his love, peace, and justice to the world.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Rosary Altar Society