"Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!" - Pope Francis, on the importance of the Bible

The NRSV Catholic Bible, Gift Edition is a beautiful Catholic Bible that can be gifted for the milestones of every Catholic's faithful journey, whether that is Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, or RCIA. Compiled in the world-renowned NRSV for its balance of scholarship and readability, this Bible also includes extra helps-including reading plans and prayers, book introductions, a timeline of Catholic and world history, a glossary of important terms, a concordance, full-color maps, and more-make this ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about Scripture and Catholic practice.

Features:

• Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church
• Presentation pages for dedications and recording events
• Articles explaining fundamental Catholic beliefs and practices
• Introductions to every book of the Bible
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
• Full-color maps
• Exceptionally readable 8.5 point print size in the exclusive NRSV Comfort Print. typeface
• Anglicized text

Angelus, St. Peter's Square, April 6, 2014 ) Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used by permission.