Catholic Roots, Mormon Harvest: A Story of Conversion and 40 Comparative Doctrines

Schuster, Eric

ISBN 10: 1599552574 / ISBN 13: 9781599552576

Published by Cedar Fort, 2009

1st edition. 288 pages. 8.75x6.00x1.00 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # xr1599552574

Synopsis:

Eric and his wife Marilyn were happy with their Catholic faith. Both rooted deep in their beloved religion, neither one dreamed that they would ever leave it. But when they moved next door to a Mormon family, their lives changed forever. This is the story of their conversion, as told by Eric, along with a respectful and enlightening comparison of 40 key doctrines between Catholicism and Mormonism that testified to them of the restoration of the gospel. Find yourself touched, challenged, and educated as you share Eric and Marilyn s journey from Catholic roots to Mormon harvest. *This Book Contains:* CHAPTER 1 - OUR CONVERSION STORY: Eric s Background, Marilyn s Background, Our Conversion; CHAPTER 2 - DOCTRINAL PREPARATION: The Restored Gospel, Understanding and Reconciling Doctrinal Differences; CHAPTER 3 - PREMORTAL EXISTENCE; CHAPTER 4 - CREATION AND THE FALL: Creation, The Fall of Adam and Eve Original Sin;CHAPTER 5 - COMMUNICATION TO AND FROM GOD: Revelation, Scriptures , Prayer; CHAPTER 6 - THE FATHER, SON, AND HOLY SPIRIT: God the Father, Jesus Christ Our Savior, The Holy Spirit, The Trinity; CHAPTER 7 - ANGELS AND SATAN; Angels, Satan and His Followers; CHAPTER 8 - THE CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST: The Crucifixion or Atonement , The Resurrection; CHAPTER 9 - PRIESTHOOD: Structure and Authority, Priesthood Power Healings and Blessings, Priesthood Marriage and Celibacy, Paid Ministry; CHAPTER 10 - ORGANIZATION: Structure of the Church of Jesus Christ , Church Name; CHAPTER 11 - POPES AND PROPHETS; CHAPTER 12 - MARY; CHAPTER 13 - THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS: Baptism, Penance, Reconciliation, & Repentance, Eucharist or the Sacrament , Confirmation and Gifts of the Spirit, Matrimony & Marriage , Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick; CHAPTER 14 - LIFE AFTER DEATH: Particular or Partial Judgment, Purgatory, Limbo, and the Spirit World, The Second Coming, The Resurrection, Final Judgment, Hell, Heaven; CHAPTER 15 - EARTHLY AND ETERNAL FAMILIES: The Earthly Family, Temples, Eternal Families, Redeeming the Dead; CHAPTER 16 - BY THEIR FRUITS YE SHALL KNOW THEM: Comparison of Youth Fruits, Comparison of Adult Fruits; CHAPTER 17 - WHAT S REALLY IMPORTANT?

About the Author: Eric Shuster is the fifth of six children born to George and Patricia Shuster. He is a graduate of Saint Lawrence Catholic College Preparatory School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from San Jose State University and a Masters of Science degree from the University of Phoenix. He is a veteran of the information technology industry and the President and CEO of IntelliClear Inc., a Colorado-based market research firm. Eric is also the Founder and Executive Director of the Foundation for Christian Studies, a non-profit organization dedicated to the study, teaching, and practice of Christianity. Eric was born into the Catholic faith and was an active member for twenty-seven years. During this time, he served in a variety of lay leadership roles relating to music, youth ministry, and young adult ministry. Eric s wife, Marilyn, is the third of eight children born to Bruce and Bettie Williams. She is a graduate of Nathan Hale High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Saint Thomas (magna cum laude). Like Eric, she was born into the Catholic faith and was an active member for thirty-four years. During this time, she served in a variety of lay leadership roles, including certified Catholic youth minister, and Franciscan nun. In 1989 Marilyn and Eric converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They have been active Latter-day Saints ever since. They have served in a many ward and stake leadership roles. The Shusters have three children and make their home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Catholic Roots, Mormon Harvest: A Story of ...
Publisher: Cedar Fort
Publication Date: 2009
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New