Belief
Revelation, Scripture and Tradition
Compendium · questions 6–24
Beginning · a practical guide
I was baptized in another Christian tradition
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Belief
The Spirit, Church and eternal life
Compendium · questions 136–217
Worship and sacraments
Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist
Compendium · questions 251–294
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