Why I Am Catholic (and You Should Be Too) [Paperback]
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Winner of a 1st Place Award for Popular Presentation of the Faith by the Catholic Press Association
A New Era. An Ancient Faith. A Compelling Invitation.
Catholicism is once again capturing hearts—and headlines. From a surprising surge in Gen Z conversions to a growing movement of college students entering the Church, a spirit of renewal is taking hold. Against this backdrop of cultural reawakening—marked by the historic election of an American pope and the canonization of the first millennial saint—Why I Am Catholic (and You Should Be Too) offers a bold and deeply personal response to one of today’s most urgent spiritual questions: Why are people embracing Catholicism now?
Brandon Vogt—senior publishing director for Bishop Robert Barron’s Word on Fire Catholic Ministries—once identified as “spiritual but not religious,” a label familiar to many millennials. But while studying mechanical engineering at Florida State University, his restless search for truth brought him—unexpectedly and powerfully—into the heart of the Catholic Church.
In this accessible and engaging book—which has sold more than 70,000 copies—Vogt shares his own conversion story and presents a compelling, twenty-first-century case for Catholicism. Drawing on the wisdom of great Catholic thinkers—G. K. Chesterton, St. John Henry Newman, St. Teresa of Calcutta, Peter Kreeft, and Bishop Barron—he explains how the Church, even with its imperfections, offers the most meaningful answers to life’s biggest questions. Vogt explores how Catholicism is true, good, and beautiful by addressing such topics as:
- How we know God exists
- Who Jesus really is
- How religion makes us happier and healthier
- The Church’s essential role in shaping Western civilization
- The deeper meaning behind the Church’s teachings on sex and marriage
- The healing power of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Why beauty and art matter in the life of faith
Whether you’re wrestling with doubts, rediscovering your faith, or simply curious about what’s drawing so many to the Church, Why I Am Catholic speaks directly to the spirit of renewal stirring today. Vogt reveals Catholicism not as a relic of the past, but as a radiant, living faith for the future.
Product Details
- Pages: 192
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9781594719035
- Imprint: Ave Maria Press
Description
Winner of a 1st Place Award for Popular Presentation of the Faith by the Catholic Press Association
A New Era. An Ancient Faith. A Compelling Invitation.
Catholicism is once again capturing hearts—and headlines. From a surprising surge in Gen Z conversions to a growing movement of college students entering the Church, a spirit of renewal is taking hold. Against this backdrop of cultural reawakening—marked by the historic election of an American pope and the canonization of the first millennial saint—Why I Am Catholic (and You Should Be Too) offers a bold and deeply personal response to one of today’s most urgent spiritual questions: Why are people embracing Catholicism now?
Brandon Vogt—senior publishing director for Bishop Robert Barron’s Word on Fire Catholic Ministries—once identified as “spiritual but not religious,” a label familiar to many millennials. But while studying mechanical engineering at Florida State University, his restless search for truth brought him—unexpectedly and powerfully—into the heart of the Catholic Church.
In this accessible and engaging book—which has sold more than 70,000 copies—Vogt shares his own conversion story and presents a compelling, twenty-first-century case for Catholicism. Drawing on the wisdom of great Catholic thinkers—G. K. Chesterton, St. John Henry Newman, St. Teresa of Calcutta, Peter Kreeft, and Bishop Barron—he explains how the Church, even with its imperfections, offers the most meaningful answers to life’s biggest questions. Vogt explores how Catholicism is true, good, and beautiful by addressing such topics as:
- How we know God exists
- Who Jesus really is
- How religion makes us happier and healthier
- The Church’s essential role in shaping Western civilization
- The deeper meaning behind the Church’s teachings on sex and marriage
- The healing power of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Why beauty and art matter in the life of faith
Whether you’re wrestling with doubts, rediscovering your faith, or simply curious about what’s drawing so many to the Church, Why I Am Catholic speaks directly to the spirit of renewal stirring today. Vogt reveals Catholicism not as a relic of the past, but as a radiant, living faith for the future.
Product Details
- Pages: 192
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9781594719035
- Imprint: Ave Maria Press
Customer Reviews
- DMDoreen M.Verified Buyer39 minutes agoRated 5 out of 5 starsPerfect for my book study...
I will be holding a book study at my church with this book. We are on a mission to create missionaries, and I believe 🙏 this will arm them with the answers to use when someone asks them when they are asked, "Why are you Catholic?"
- GIGretchen I.Verified Buyer2 weeks agoRated 5 out of 5 starsWhy I am Catholic and you should be too
My husband and I have been reading this together as we have begun our journey to Catholicism. We enjoyed the easy to read format, which was filled with information and truth. A great resource.
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I am in the process of reading this book but find it utterly fascinating. The historical facts to back up our beliefs are most enlightening. Definitely worth the read.
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Im reading now and really like and understand!!
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I just received this book and am looking forward to reading it during Lent. It was packaged well and arrived in a timely manner.
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This is an excellent book, concisely written, for both Catholics and non-Catholics who want to understand Catholicism. I published 18 copies to hand out to relatives, friends, and acquaintances who will benefit from knowing more, or at least something, about the Catholic Church without having to read a long, boring book.
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A great book worth reading if you are looking at affirming your catholic faith.
