Have finished reading:
Catholicism for Dummies 2d edition – I’ve always found the “for Dummies” series to be hit or miss, especially when it’s a visual topic. But for someone who had only a vague understanding of the Catholic Church, this is a really great book. It does exactly what a Dummies book should do, which is assume complete ignorance of the topic.
Rome Sweet Home – Since I was raised Evangelical Protestant, the first things I looked for were Protestant conversion stories. This was one of the first widely known conversion stories. Scott Hahn has gone on to write many books about Catholicism, which I hope to be able to read soon.
Surprised by Truth (Volume 1) – A collection of conversion stories by former Protestants, including Catholic apologists Tim Staples and Jimmy Akin, both of whose radio appearances and other work I’ve come to rely heavily on for detailed Catholic Answers. (zing!)
Catholicism and Fundamentalism – This is was written as an apologetic guide for Catholics explaining their faith to Fundamentalist Christians. It’s definitely heavier going, and is a tiny bit dated, although since I grew up Protestant in the 1980s I recognized a lot of the ideas. Probably not as good for people coming from other faith backgrounds, but for Evangelical and Fundamentalists, it will make sense.
Born Fundamentalist, Born Again Catholic
In the process of reading:
Want to read:
The Mystery of Faith: An Introduction to Catholicism
Canon Law Explained: A Handbook for Laymen
Why Catholic Bibles Are Bigger: The Untold Story of the Lost Books of the Protestant Bible
The Fathers Know Best: Your Essential Guide to the Teachings of the Early Church
For reference:
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Essential Catholic Survival Guide
