The four volumes in the St. Joseph Catechism for Young Catholics series endeavor to assist catechists and educators in the spiritual formation of the youths in their care as well as parents who are raising their children in the Faith.
- Found in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church by the Subcommittee on the Catechism, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
- Volume No. 2 was developed for those in Grades 3, 4, and 5, with a focus on providing youngsters with a fuller understanding of the fundamental beliefs, practices, and prayers of the Faith.
- Content features include:
Uses an effective Question-and-Answer format to convey the essential elements of Catholic doctrine
Presents God, Creation, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Church, the Sacraments, Sin, the Life of Grace, the Moral Life, Mary and the Saints, and Union with God in Heaven in an orderly way so that youngsters can easily retain information with greater understanding
Offers "Fill in the Blanks" and ?ôCan You Answer These?" sections throughout to encourage the retention of information
Provides explanatory texts on such topics as Creation, important events in Jesus' life, miracles of Jesus, and parables of Jesus
Includes four Appendices on Essential Prayers, the Holy Bible, the Liturgy, and Christian Living
Illustrated in full color throughout
Provides parents with the opportunity to share God's truths within the closeness, caring, and love of family