Explanations of Christian Doctrine

The Creed in slow motion

A series of homilies explaining the Creed given while the author was chaplain of a girls school. With a very accessible exposition and amusing examples, Ronald Knox explains the points of the Creed calmly...

On the Apostolic Preaching

This catechetical treatise covers the Blessed Trinity, man’s creation and fall, the Incarnation and the Redemption. Argues for the truth of Christian revelation by showing how Jesus, the long awaited...

Aquinas Catechism

This book was not made for scholars, but for everyone. Collects the sermons on the Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary, and a short work on the Sacraments, preached by the saint in Lent in 1273, at the end of his...

The Great Catechesis

Addressed to teachers of Christian doctrine (bishops, priests, catechists, etc.). Presents the principal truths of the faith and defends them against pagans, Jews, and heretics, making use of both...

Catechetical Lectures

These 24 Lenten addresses are divided into two groups. The first contains instruction for catechumens to be baptized at Easter. The second group is addressed to the recently baptized, and focuses on Baptism...

Baptismal Instruction

This famous work of catechesis stands out among St. John Chrysostom’s writings. The twelve lessons are a sound moral guide for Christians to grow in their adherence to Christ. Useful for all.

The Apologies

Addressed to the Emperor in the 2nd century, these two works defend Christians who were being unjustly persecuted. Deals with Christian doctrine and worship, the historical foundation of Christianity and...

The Apology of Tertullian

Addressed to governors of the Roman provinces in defense of persecuted Christians. He argues that it is unjust to persecute Christians as atheists, since they adore the one true God, Creator of the world....

Truth and Tolerance

Your truth? No: the truth. And come with me to look for it. Yours, keep it … Christianity is not just another religion. It is a Life, a New Life that makes its way, and that makes everything with the power...