Reverend Hirnes introduces readers to the "depth dimension" of Catholic doctrine. In 10 chapters, Himes offers interesting and provocative reflections on major topics in Catholicism: Trinity--believing in the Trinity is at the core of faith.Grace--helps us appreciate the presence of grace in all that we do.Incarnation--tells us as much about humanity as it tells us about God. Salvation--renews the meaning of this traditional term and shows why social justice is essential to our salvation.Church--questions what it means to be church and how the church continues the presence of Jesus Christ in our world today.Baptism--explores what a baptismal commitment really involves.Eucharist--explores the Eucharist in Scripture and church teaching and the importance of the sacrament for personal growth and building community.Sacraments of Vocation--shows how Matrimony and Holy Orders express the deepest dimension of the God-human relationship.Reconciliation--explores the meaning of sacramental forgiveness in Christian life.Tradition--explains that Catholicism is based on Scripture and Tradition and explores its meaning in the church today.