Youcat: Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church

Great for CCD classes, 6th grade and up. I've even recommended this book to adults who want to deepen their understand of the Catholic faith. Based on the CCC, but in a simple question and answer format, this book works as a CCD text or as a reference. You can get into a rabbit hole quickly. Unlike the CCC, the answers are short and to the point, yet they invite discussion. Perfect for teens.

This is a very helpful catechism for young people or for adults. My wife and I have enjoyed the question and answer format and the quotes from scripture and saints that are included here. The explanations are clear and very succinct. An updated edition with fresh graphics could be nice, as this is beginning to look a bit dated.

I'm suprised of this good book. Everything it's explained very simple but although pregnant and clear....The book is very helpfull if you want to found a YOUCAT grup to discuss and interact with your friends... Enjoy the book, it's great and especially for young catholic people

Come catechista per adulti, mi è stato affidato un catecumeno di origine africana che si prepara per ricevere il Battesimo e la Confermazione l'anno prossimo . Non conosce bene l'italiano e perciò è assai difficile aiutarlo a conoscere la fede cattolica. Per fortuna conosce discretamente l'inglese. Ho trovato un ottimo sussidio nella edizione inglese di Youcat , perché i diversi argomenti vengono presentati con domande e risposte , spiegati in modo semplificato, adatto ai giovani , ma anche a persone adulte che si accostano per la prima volta alle verità di fede. Frequenti citazioni tratte dalla Bibbia , dagli scritti di Santi e di autori non solo cristiani , arricchiscono le spiegazioni e offrono spunti per la riflessione e per la discussione. Conoscevo già la versione in italiano perché l'avevo usata negli incontri di catechismo con ragazzi di seconda media che si preparavano al sacramento della Confermazione . Perciò ho avuto l'idea di servirmene con una persona adulta con scarsa cultura sia religiosa che profana.

This is a wonderful book with clear answers to many pertinent questions from society today as well as the teaching of the Catholic church on faith and morals.The answers are Scripture based and written in a style which not only appeals to youth but to those in their second or third "youth" It is clear and unambiguous and very relevant to life today. I would recommend that every catholic home should have a copy of this and that all should read it