Commission on Evangelization

Could You Ever Come Back to the Catholic Church?  By Lorene Hanley Duquin. New York: Alba House, 1998. $9.95

Sixteen million Catholics feel separated from the Church.  Forty percent say they would return if the Church really wanted them! This book is written for those searching for faith, prayer, answers, healing and maybe a way back into the Catholic Church. This is one of the few books that talk directly to people who are considering returning.

Simple ways of explaining Catholic faith and current Church practices are presented along with stories of fears and experiences of those that have left the Church or drifted into inactivity. The author is also clear about the ways that parishes can assist searchers with their doubts, fears and questions.

This book is especially helpful for Catholic evangelizers who have always been úpracticingî in understanding the struggles, doubts and fears of those they are inviting back.

Reviewed by Lorraine Vancamp, Glenmary's evangelization consultant.

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