Short Catechism of Mary: With Two Additional Appendices: Mary in the Liturgy and Popular Prayers to Mary

by Charles Cardinal Journet

The Short Catechism of Mary from Catholic Book Publishing presents the Church\'s teachings about Mary in clear and concise form. Written by Cardinal Charles Journet, a well-respected Swiss theologian who was influential at Vatican II, this handy, pocket-sized book will enable the reader to learn at a glance the essential Catholic teachings about Mary and what she means to the life of all Christians. Includes an appendix on Mary in the liturgy and a selection of the most popular prayers to Mary. This beautifully illustrated paperback is printed in two colors. it is a perfect book for parish groups especially Rosary societies.

Genres: Catholic

80 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1991

About the author

Charles Journet studied at the seminary in Fribourg before being ordained to the priesthood on 15 July 1917. He did pastoral work in the Diocese of Fribourg until 1924 and taught at the seminary from 1924 to 1965.

Journet was raised to the rank of Domestic Prelate of His Holiness on 13 August 1946 by Pope Pius XII. On February 15, 1965, he was appointed as the Titular Archbishop of Furnos Minor by Pope Paul VI, and he received his episcopal consecration on February 20, 1965. Two days later, he was elevated to the College of Cardinals by Pope Paul VI, becoming the Cardinal-Deacon of Santa Maria in Campitelli.

Journet was a close friend of the renowned philosopher Jacques Maritain, with whom he founded the theological journal "Nova et Vetera" in 1926.