Catholic Customs and Traditions

This revised, expanded edition answers the questions most commonly asked by both Catholics and non-Catholics. Dues outlines traditional Catholic religious history, gives an engaging overview of the rich variety of customs associated with Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, and Lent, and provides a thorough understanding of why Catholics practice their faith the way they do.

1. The Nature of Religious Traditions 2. The Church Year 3. Sunday 4. Weekdays 5. Seasons 6. Advent 7. Christmas 8. Christmastime 9. Lent 10. Holy Week 11. The Easter Vigil 12. Easter 13. Ordinary Time 14. Communion of Saints 15. Mary 16. Pugatory 17. Popular Saints and Legends 18. Sacraments 19. Sacramentals 20. Halloween 21. Thanksgiving 22. Memorial Day

224 pages  |  6" x 9"