Saints For Dummies by Rev. John Trigilio Jr. (PDF)

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An in-depth resource that separates fact from myth about the lives of saintsSaints For Dummies offers information on famous saints (both men and women) from the Eastern Orthodox, Protestant, and Catholic traditions. With a historical biography on each saint including information on what they are known for, what they did in life to achieve sainthood, and how readers can pray to them in time of need. This easy-to-understand guide reveals that most saints were very common, ordinary, and imperfect human beings with faults and foibles who overcame their shortcomings to become figures of great spiritual and historical significance. You get a unique glimpse into the lives and the character traits of these righteous men and women, as well as future pending saints.Explains which saints are invoked for specific situationsRev. John Trigilio and Rev. Kenneth Brighenti are the coauthors of Catholicism For Dummies, Women in the Bible For Dummies and John Paul II For DummiesWhether you’re a scholar or just curious about the topic, Saints For Dummies will have you intrigued and informed from the first page.

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Editorial Reviews: From the Back Cover Get a glimpse into the lives and achievements of more than 300 saintsFrom Saint Valentine to Saint Nicholas, saints and their extraordinary acts of faith have inspired and guided the lives of believers for centuries. Saints For Dummies gives you practical coverage of saints, both well-known and not-so-well-known. You’ll discover what they’re known for, what they did to achieve sainthood, and how you can pray for their help in times of need.In the beginning — get an overview of sainthood and learn about the apostles and disciples Jesus chose to start and preach in his churchKeeping the faith — find out how holy men and women battled religious persecution in defending their faithLiving the faith — learn about the saints who put their faith into practice and were instrumental in shaping church history and lifeExisting with the saints — meet some modern-day saints-to-be and find out about relics, shrines, and pilgrimagesOpen the book and find:Quick facts on each saintAngels and the ApostlesMartyrs, incorruptibles, saints of nobility, and Fathers of the ChurchSaintly popes and Doctors of the ChurchSaintly familiesLitanies and novena prayers for the saintsA listing of patron saintsA calendar of feast days for the saintsLearn to:Understand the canonization processAppreciate the spiritual and historical significance of the saintsSee how certain saints overcame their shortcomingsAsk for intercession from a specific saint for help in various circumstances About the Author Rev. John Trigilio, PhD, ThD, an ordained priest for over 25 years, is a parish priest and retired Navy chaplain. Serving the Church for over 20 years, Rev. Kenneth Brighenti, PhD is a priest for two Catholic parishes and has worked as a hospital chaplain. Together, the Reverends co-host a weekly television program, Crash Course on Catholicism. Fathers Trigilio and Brighenti speak nationally on Catholicism, and they have authored or co-authored numerous books, including the bestselling Catholicism For Dummies.

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐I got this to help answer questions my not-catholic teens were asking about the church art we saw in Europe.The book is carefully reverent about Catholic beliefs and teachings. The point is not to argue about what people *should* believe, but to understand what people *do* believe (and a little bit of why).The appendices are top-notch:Appendix A – lists of patron saints for occupations, hobbies, ailments, etcAppendix B – lists of patron saints of placesAppendix C – calendar of feast days for catholic liturgical observancesGood index.

⭐Saints for Dummies is a nice reference book for some litanies and novenas, a list of patron saints, and a calendar of feast days. However, I thought it a little odd that on page 131 of my copy, this book describes the rosary as contemplating the 15 mysteries of Christ. I’m not a Catholic, but I’m pretty sure there are 20 mysteries. In “Catholicism for Dummies,” by the same authors, they list the 20 mysteries. I have to wonder how this discrepancy slipped past the proofreaders.

⭐Excellent quality and price:) fast shipping.

⭐Rev. John Trigilio writes a great book for those wanting to learn more about their faith. This book is no exception! His “Catholosism For Dummies” really helped me when I was coming into the church and should really be the text book for RCIA classes. This would make a great supplement because we have so much we can learn from the saints.

⭐Informative.

⭐East to read and understand. It sits on my coffee table and I pick it up daily to read it. I’m learning a lot about our Blessed Saints!

⭐Great Research tool. So great to have it on my Kindle. I can take my Kindle to groups are discussing the Saints, and provide great information.

⭐Good Service, price and condition. Ordered for my HS Religious Ed class. Great resouce for understanding Catholic teaching on the history of the Saints.

⭐Well written and very interesting

⭐Saints for Dummies book is full of information, to the point and in alphabetic order.The range of Saints within the book is very wide.

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