From the basic ideas and terms, to its structures and practices, this book offers a plain-speaking introduction to Roman Catholicism. It covers: * Roman Catholic beliefs and traditions * practices and devotional life - rituals, prayer, mass * Church structures and authorities - from Vatican to parish church * Church hierarchies and people - from bishops to the laity * the role of the Church in society. With a glossary, further reading sections and an appendix on the history of the Papacy, this is the perfect guide for anyone wanting to understand more about Roman Catholicism.
- ISBN10 0415263808
- ISBN13 9780415263801
- Publish Date 28 April 2005 (first published 30 November 2004)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 20 January 2017
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Routledge
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 216
- Language English