The book should be seen as a last gasp of cultural but non-practicing Catholics. If you like your religion as bland a WASP, this form of catholocism is for you. JFK brought Roman Catholocism into the mainstream and most people now see it as just another place to go on Sunday. Sadly neither of the authors knows any better. It is doubtful they actually know the faith or what it teaches. Catholicism will always be the "other" religion. Liking being a Catholic and actually being one can be summaries by the North Carolina motto "Esse Quam Videri." translation "To be, rather than to seem."

whenever I have doubts about my Roman Catholic upbringing and my ongoing commitment to the Faith. These testimonials, lists, vignettes and stories evoke everything that's vital, life-affirming and just plain fun about being Roman Catholic. Yes, folks, Catholicism can be fun! This book reminds me of the ongoing presence of God's love in the vital and warm community, commitment to service and justice, and constant presence of the Divine in daily life that makes up the true Catholic experience. Don't believe the "anti-modernism" hype from some radical traditional reviewers of books like these..."I Like Being Catholic" reaffirms why the Catholic church, despite ongoing trials and tribulations common to all faiths, is still a vital and important presence in today's world. God's love and yes, his sense of humour, shine through in this work. Keep it close to you for those days when your faith might be challenged, when you need a smile, or just when you want to reaffirm, that yes, You like being Catholic! I would also recommend this to anyone who has a spouse, relative or friend who is considering becoming a Catholic or wants to know about the faith. It's also potentially a great book for anyone who has been hurt or alienated by the church and needs some help in coming back to the fold.