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S. Michael Houdmann
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A catechism is best defined as a summary of instructions through a series of questions and answers, prepared in book form, containing instruction on the religious doctrine of a Christian church. It...
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Vincent Mercado
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The Catechism of the Catholic Church (or CCC) is a catechism promulgated for the Catholic Church by Pope John Paul II. He calls it "a sure norm for teaching the faith." Interestingly, the table of contents of the Bible is one of the authoritative declarations made by the Church. See paragraph 120 of the CCC. That the Mass is the center of the Church's life. See CCC 1343. That Christ willed that his Church continue the mission of forgiving sins. See CCC 1421. That like in the wedding of Cana, Mary continues to intercede for our petitions. See CCC 2618. That after death, imperfect men undergo a purification state, to which the Church gives the name "Purgatory". see CCC 1030. Indulgences. See CCC 1471. Priesthood and Holy Orders. See CCC 1536. It is also interesting to note that the Church has made it stand with regards to controversial issues like these: Abortion, CCC 2270. Euthanasia, CCC 2277. Contraceptives, CCC 2399. Divorce, CCC 2382. Homosexuality, CCC 2357. War, CCC 2309. Gambling, CCC 2413.
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