Comprehensive Reference Guide to the Doctrine of the Catholic Church

The only encyclopedia of its kind, Our Sunday Visitor’s Encyclopedia of Catholic Doctrine is designed to deepen your understanding of the teachings of the Catholic Church.  This carefully researched compendium covers virtually every aspect of the Catholic Faith contained in the Catechism, providing important historical background and pastoral insights on nearly four hundred topics.  From the sacraments and Revelation to human sexuality and spirituality, this one-volume reference explains and defines critical principles of the Catholic Faith.  It encompasses a wide range of topics that would normally be found using a multitude of resources, including the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Bible, books by and about the Fathers, Doctors, and Saints of the Church, and countless others.  It’s packed with information that is written in clear, easy-to-understand language.