
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Updated Second Edition
PRH Christian Publishing · Print & ebook · August 11, 2026
A clear and comprehensive exposition of Christian doctrine―essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the teachings of the Catholic Church The Catechism of the Catholic Church is the complete summary of what Catholics around the world commonly believe.
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- Who it’s for
- Four parts organize Catholic teaching around belief, worship, conduct, and prayer.
- Themes
- Christian doctrine, Catholic faith, Spiritual journey
- Pacing
- Reflective
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A clear and comprehensive exposition of Christian doctrine―essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the teachings of the Catholic Church The Catechism of the Catholic Church is the complete summary of what Catholics around the world commonly believe. The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints.
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It comes with detailed footnotes, a comprehensive index, and cross-references for a fuller understanding of every subject. By explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives (the Commandments), and what she prays (the Lord’s Prayer), the Catechism not only offers answers for those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith, but also deepens the understanding of those who already believe. This updated second edition includes the 2018 revision of section 2267, promulgated by Pope Francis, plus an extensive glossary of terms. It also contains these indexes: • Scripture references • ecclesiastical documents • authoritative writers in the tradition • a broad range of topics The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a positive, coherent, and timeless map for the Christian’s spiritual journey toward transformation.
Creed and Sacraments
Four parts organize Catholic teaching around belief, worship, conduct, and prayer.
Come here for
- An exposition of what the Church believes and celebrates
- Teaching on what the Church lives and prays
Expect
- Detailed footnotes and cross-references
- A comprehensive index and an extensive glossary
Where it sits
| Catechisms | 98% |
|---|---|
| Catholicism | 40% |
| Systematic Theology | 38% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Catechisms
- Catholicism
- Christian Rituals & Practice
- Authors
- U.S. Catholic Church
- Publisher
- PRH Christian Publishing
- Published
- August 11, 2026
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Christian doctrine · Catholic faith · Spiritual journey
- Reading lane
- Catechisms