The presence of the Catholic Church in the United States reaches back to the founding days of our country through the leadership of Archbishop John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop in the United States. His story, like other stories at the start of the chapters in the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults, gives us a glimpse into the lives of Catholics who lived out their faith throughout our country's history. To listen to an audio sample.

United States Catholic Catechism for Adult

US Conference of Catholic Bishops

Religion & Spirituality

United States Catholic Conference

Bishops' statement for pastors and parish leaders seeking to strengthen parish social ministry. Presents seven elements of the social mission of parishes as a framework for planning and assessing that ministry. For complete text For more information from Social Development and World Peace

Communities of Salt and Light: Reflections on the Social Mission of the Parish

USCCB Publishing

Sharing Catholic Social Teaching: Challenges and Directions

U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

Essential Guide to Seasons and Saints

Essential Guide to Seasons and Saints

Libreria Editrice, Vaticana

This bilingual (English/Spanish) edition contains two rites, one for use when Communion can be celebrated in the context of a liturgy of the word; the other, a brief communion rite for use in more restrictive circumstances, such as a hospital. This booklet will be useful for parishes in which Extraordinary Ministers assist the pastor in taking Holy Communion to those who cannot come to Mass.\n* Updated in accordance with The Roman Missal, Third Edition

Administration of Communion and Viaticum by an Extraordinary Minister

In his short pontificate, Pope Francis has already made a huge impact, constantly working for love and peace. He's not just a "doer," he's also a preacher. Family and marriage are important and are the foundation of society. In this resource, Pope Francis reflects on the many aspects and the importance of family.

Pope Francis and The Family

The Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis collection captures the wisdom of Pope Francis during his general audiences that consist of short, scripturally-based teachings in which the pope instructs the faithful across the world. Our Heart's Desire is the third volume on The Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis collection of his Wednesday audiences.

The Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis: Our Heart's Desire, Vol. 3

The Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis collection captures the wisdom of Pope Francis during his general audiences that consist of short, scripturally-based teachings in which the pope instructs the faithful across the world. The Fullness of Life is the fourth volume on The Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis collection of his Wednesday audiences.

Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis, The Fullness of Life, Vol. 4

Praying the Rosary with Pope Francis is an easy-to-carry booklet of meditations, exclusively available from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This booklet offers meditations by Pope Francis on the twenty mysteries of the Rosary and the life of Jesus and Mary. Immerse yourself in the Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with scripture passages and easy-to-understand reflections from our Holy Father. Each mystery is accompanied by beautiful, full-page color illustrations. This convenient booklet fits easily into a pocket or purse and makes a perfect gift.

Praying the Rosary with Pope Francis

Carry the Pocket Gospels and Acts of the Apostles with you, and keep the Word of God as your constant guide and inspiration! In April, Pope Francis handed out thousands of pocket-sized copies of the Gospels and Acts. He asked the faithful to read a passage every day, saying, This is the word of Jesus! This small pocket-sized book, with a durable Kivar cover, has the four Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles with a beautiful Italian fresco on the cover just like the Pope's! Take it with you and read it anytime you have a few minutes during the day. On the bus! Waiting for an appointment! Anytime!

Pocket Gospels and Acts of the Apostles

Religious Studies

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Books by US Conference of Catholic Bishops

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United States Catholic Catechism for Adult

Communities of Salt and Light: Reflections on the Social Mission of the Parish

Sharing Catholic Social Teaching: Challenges and Directions

Essential Guide to Seasons and Saints

Administration of Communion and Viaticum by an Extraordinary Minister

Pope Francis and The Family

The Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis: Our Heart's Desire, Vol. 3

Simple Wisdom of Pope Francis, The Fullness of Life, Vol. 4

Praying the Rosary with Pope Francis

Pocket Gospels and Acts of the Apostles