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New basic primer for introduction to the study of Scripture!

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 10, 2004 — The new release What Every Catholic Needs to Know about the Bible: A Parish Guide to Scripture is an innovative and practical approach to Bible study.  This newest book in the What Every Catholic Needs to Know series is designed to help the lay person grow spiritually through understanding the message and meaning of the Bible.

Author, columnist, and speaker Kay Murdy has 30 years of practical experience teaching Scripture. Kay will be autographing copies of her book at booth #282 at the LA Congress in Anaheim on February 20 and 21, 2004. Through her experience she has found that "both knowledge and faith are important for our understanding.  Placing the text in the literary, historical, religious world in which it was written gives us a framework for study."  Her newest work has successfully utilized this format to create a basic primer for introduction to the study of Scripture.

What Every Catholic Needs to Know about the Bible is an essential resource for church programs introducing and utilizing the Bible.  This book also serves as a practical guide for individuals seeking a deeper understanding and appreciation of the bible as a vital part of their faith.  The non-technical language and easy-to-follow format make this book a necessity for any parish resource center and every home library.

Kay Murdy: Author, lecturer, columnist and member of the Coordinating/Instructional Team of the Catholic Bible Institute co-sponsored by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Loyola Marymount University.  Her education includes a masters in Religious Studies from Mount St. Mary's College (Los Angeles.) She is also a Master Catechist.  Her published works include 90 Days: Daily Reflections for Lent and Easter, Season of Emmanuel: Daily Reflections for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany, and From Pharaoh to the Father: A Journey Toward Freedom Through the Lord's Prayer (all published by Resource Publications, Inc.).

WHAT EVERY CATHOLIC NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT THE BIBLE A Parish Guide to Scripture Kay Murdy Paper, $9.95 (bulk pricing available) 96 pages, 5½" x 8½ " ISBN: 0-89390-604-2 December 2003

To order What Every Catholic Needs to Know About the Bible or to request a review copy, call Resource Publications, Inc., at 888-273-7782 (toll-free).  For interviews, speaking engagements, and writing assignments call Dina (408) 286-8505 or e-mail dina@rpinet.com. Or, read the table of contents and an excerpt.

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