Choosing to Be Catholic | For the First Time or Once Again

First published in 2001, Choosing to Be Catholic has sold nearly 25,000 copies and maintains its status as a Catholic parish favourite. This new edition includes a fresh preface identifying important changes that author William J. O’Malley, S.J., perceives within the Church and in American culture during the past decade.In this revised edition, Jesuit priest, master-teacher, and bestselling author William J. O’Malley, S.J., prompts seekers and sceptics alike to ask a new set of questions as they hunger and search for God. He demonstrates once again his uncanny ability to approach the human quest for God with refreshingly frank discourse as he sorts out the Hows, Whys, and So Whats of being Catholic. With razor sharp focus, O’Malley offers a cultured and deeply personal argument for Catholicism to those curious about joining the Church, those wondering if they should stay, and those “vaca-tioning”from it.”Because we have to ask many questions about being Catholic today, no one is better prepared to give us intelligent, honest, and faith-filled answers than Bill O’Malley. Just when you think you have considered every perspective, O’Malley will give you another one—and it will be well worth considering! Richard Rohr, OFMPublication delayed until February 2013f