Most of us knowwhatwe believe as Catholics, but often were unclear onwhywe believe it. At a time when vast numbers of Catholics are slipping away from the Faith, God has tasked you and countless other Catholics with understanding it so you will be prepared to defend it.

With an easygoing and inviting style, EWTNs John Martignoni doesnt simply introduce you to the major doctrines of the Catholic Faith; he explains why they are true and shows you how to explain them effectively to Protestants and cafeteria Catholics alike in ways that will draw them into those truths.

Far from a complex survey of obscure theological points, this lively book employs clear, simple language that not only demonstrates the fundamental fact that the Bible is a Catholic book, but also teaches Catholics how to talk Bible to non-Catholics. When you are done with this book, you will know the biblical basis for the Churchs teachings on the sacraments, Purgatory, Mary, the papacy, and why salvation requires faithandworks.Youll also be versed in thestrategies for effectively challenging others to examine their beliefs in light of the overwhelming scriptural evidence for Catholicism.

Blue Collar Apologeticswill also teach you:

• How to go on the offensivewithout beingoffensive

• The rules of engagement for discussing the faith with others

• Four techniques that will allow you to talk to anyone about your faith

• An easy tactic anyone can use for engaging non-Catholics

• How to explain the Marian dogmas using the Bible and common sense

• The two key pillars of Protestantism and how to respond to each

• How to counter the ingrained Protestant maxim Once saved, always saved

• The basics of Eastern Orthodoxy, which every Catholic needs to master

• Effective, common sense tactics for defending the Faith against atheist attacks

This book empowers the average person in the pewseven those who might not know where Genesis is in the Bible!to engage in evangelization and talk Bible, even with the most learned Baptist minister.

336 pages.Paperback.