What do Catholics believe? How are we supposed to act? In this compact little book, Essentials for Christian Living summarizes the core of what Catholics must know and put into practice. Rediscover the traditional prayers and formulas of Catholic doctrine as well as the basic pillars of the faith-the Creed, sacraments, and commandments-in this pocket-sized volume. Encourage yourself to reflect more deeply using the blank space found on each page. Write down a thought, draw a picture, formulate a resolution, or highlight a key word. pt. 1. Prayers, Formulas of Catholic Doctrine -- pt. 2. What is the faith? (the creed), what does the faith give? (the sacraments), what does the faith require? (the commandments).