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Anotherfaith

If you follow another religion, you are welcome here exactly as you are. These steps explain, in the Catholic Church’s own words, what Christians believe and what the Church says about other religions, with no pressure at all.

St Paul Preaching in Athens, by Raphael: Paul, arms raised, speaks to a crowd before a temple.

Raphael, St Paul Preaching in Athens, tapestry cartoon, 1515–1516. Royal Collection, on loan to the V&A, London. Public domain, source.

Journeys / Another faith

New here? Start here.

No background needed. Three small steps, at your own pace. You can stop at any point.

  1. Is anyone there?A short, honest read. No background needed. About 8 minutes. Nothing to sign up for.
  2. See a Mass for yourselfSit anywhere. Our “In the pew” guide tells you, one step at a time, when to stand, sit and kneel. Watching is always fine.
  3. Ask a real personQuestions are welcome. Here is how to ask a priest, and asking commits you to nothing.

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The steps

For people of other religions: Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist and more. Respect first. Each step is a short, plain reading with its sources listed. Steps marked “Coming” are being written and checked now.

  1. 1Welcome, as you areBeing written.Coming
  2. 2One God: Father, Son and Holy SpiritBeing written.Coming
  3. 3Jesus, as Christians know himBeing written.Coming
  4. 4What the Church says about your traditionBeing written.Coming
  5. 5Visiting a Mass as a guestBeing written.Coming
  6. 6Talk to someone, freelyBeing written.Coming

When you’re ready

Every journey here ends with real people, not a website. There is no sign-up and no pressure.