Resources

The Catholic Steps are not walked alone. The Church has given us an abundance of resources — Scripture, the sacraments, the writings of the saints, and the living community of the faithful — to sustain us on the path to freedom.

Below you will find a collection of websites and sacramental guides that complement the Steps. Whether you are just beginning to explore the Catholic faith or returning after a long absence, these resources are a place to start.

Online Resources

Vatican Website

Official documents, encyclicals, the Catechism, and the full text of Scripture.

USCCB — United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Find a parish, read the daily Mass readings, and access the New American Bible.

Formed.org

Catholic streaming platform with films, studies, talks, and audiobooks. Many parishes offer free access.

Confession Finder

Find confession times at Catholic parishes near you.

The Catholic Steps — YouTube

Video reflections on the 12 Catholic Steps and the sacramental life.

Saul Hernandez — Author's Website

Links, updates, and more from the author of The Catholic Steps.

Sacraments & OCIA

Find OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)

The path into full communion with the Catholic Church. Contact your local parish to enroll.

Find a Catholic Parish Near You

Use the parish locator to find Mass times, confession schedules, and OCIA programs.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation

Learn about the Sacrament of Confession — central to Steps 4, 5, 8, and 9.

The Eucharist

The source and summit of the Catholic faith — the heart of Step II.