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Catholicism: How to Explain It

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How do you explain the Catholic faith to someone who asks, "Why are you Catholic?" For many Catholics, the answer isn't a lack of belief—it's not knowing where to begin. Jeff reveals the simple framework the Church has given us through the Catechism to understand, live, and confidently share the beauty of the Catholic faith.

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