Gospel of John

The Scripture scholarship of Father Joseph Ponessa and the teaching expertise of Laurie Manhardt have again combined to produce an exceptional Catholic Bible study, The Gospel of John. The authors employ both inductive and deductive teaching methods to provide the reader with a thorough understanding of the gospel. They take nothing for granted as they open this gospel and the teaching of the Church in a manner both didactic and inspirational.

Some of the outstanding features of this study include:

Numerous references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Beautiful illustrations and design
Engaging questions and helpful hints for study
Rich teachings from the saints and Church Fathers
Scriptural teaching applied to life situations
Treasured Catholic prayers and devotions

Level: Basic, Foundational

About the Series: Especially designed for families to do together, "Come and See" Catholic Bible Study series presents the rich heritage of the Catholic Faith in clear and simple language. With its practical direction for leaders, easy-to-use workbook format, and appealing design, this Bible study series is ideal for use in the classroom, home study, or parish catechesis.

About the Authors:

Fr. Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D., was a ordained in 1974 for his homediocese of Great Falls-Billings, Montana, where he serves as pastor. Mount Angel Seminary in St Benedict, Oregon, awarded him an M.A. in Theology, and the Pontifical Biblical Institute (Biblicum) in Rome has conferred the Doctorate in Sacred Scripture. Father tells jokes in American English, Italian, Spanish and French, and he reads Middle English, Latin, Hebrew, Greek, German, Arabic and Biblical Aramaic.

Laurie Manhardt holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Detroit and a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She led an interfaith Bible study for ten years, which convinced her of the need for quality Catholic Bible study resources. "Come and See" Catholic Bible Study is the result.