Here is a unique history of the Catholic Church given in summary form that shows how in every epoch the Church has given incontestable proofs of its divine origin. [back cover].

Coming Home celebrates the history of Saint Joseph Parish in Manteno, Illinois. The story starts with the area's first-nation inhabitants, notably the Potawatomi, before European settlement through the era of French Jesuit explorers, fur trappers, and wandering priests of the woods. Then, after decades of mission churches and masses in near-by towns, the Illinois Central Railroad puts Manteno on the map. But, it still takes another twenty years and the building of a mammoth two-spired church before the humble Catholic mission becomes Saint Joseph Parish of Manteno. In 1898, the landmark church burns to the ground. Thanks to large community efforts, a brick church with a towering steeple rises from the ashes and not too long after, Our Lady Academy and boarding school, led by the Parisian-established Sisters of the Holy Heart of Mary emerges on Manteno's "Catholic Block". Challenges and victories of nineteenth century life in a small midwest farm town parish continue to come swift and often. The sister servants and Saint Joseph Parish pull through both World Wars, the Influenza Pandemic, and Great Depression. The second half of the twentieth century brings its own challenges and leaves readers to contemplate where the community and parish stand today. Even though Our Lady Academy is now only a fond memory of the past, and the church's bell tower no longer stands, Saint Joseph's Church carries on its longstanding role in Manteno of proudly serving everyone.

Dancing With God is an exploration of the divine gifts of courage and grace in the face of evil. Moreover, it is a doctrine of God as the source of that courage. Baker-Fletcher presents an understanding of the work of the Trinity with regard to the problem of crucifixion, a metaphor she uses for unnecessary violence. She develops a process of relational, womanist theology that considers the empathetic omnipresence of God in the midst of unnecessary suffering and the healing power of God in movement of the Holy Spirit. She engages the contributions of a diversity of theologians like Paul Tillich, Karl Barth, Gordon Kaufman, John Cobb, Jr., Majorie Suchocki, Charles Hartshorne, Andrew Sung Park, and Katie Cannon in her discussion of the dance of the Trinity in creation, and the problem of sin, evil, and suffering. Through creative works like that of Alice Walker's The Color Purple and journalist Joyce King's account of the James Byrd, Jr. murder in Jasper County, Texas, Baker-Fletcher reveals the healing, encouraging power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of survivors of unnecessary violence.

The lessons contained in Baltimore Catechism No. 3 are intended for students who have received their Confirmation and/or high schoolers. It includes additional questions, definitions, examples, and applications that build upon the content of the original Baltimore Catechism (No. 2). With an easy to read question and answer format, the Catechism combines solid Catholic doctrinal teaching with meaningful exposure to Scripture and practical application. The revival of interest in the Baltimore Catechism reflects Catholics growing realization that a clear, concise presentation of the truths of the Faith is just what people young and old need to appreciate, practice and defend Church teaching. Catechists and parents will find this Catechism an invaluable teaching tool as they prepare children and catechumens to receive the Sacraments and lead authentic Catholic lives. Students will find this an uncomplicated and friendly guide to authentic Catholicism. This is the original TAN edition of the Baltimore Catechism, with updated typesetting, fresh new cover, larger format, quality binding and the same trusted content.