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The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition – Notetaking Leatherlike Cover

SKU: GAB-NoteTaking
$79.99
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The Only Catholic Bible That Teaches You How to Read It, Now with Space to Capture Every Insight

Trusted by hundreds of thousands of Catholics, the Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition combines Jeff Cavins' groundbreaking Bible Timeline® Learning System with generous notetaking margins, so you can engage with Scripture more deeply than ever before. Featured in the chart-topping Bible in a Year podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz, this edition makes it easier than ever to understand the big picture of salvation history and record the insights God places on your heart.

Why This Bible Is a Game-Changer

📖 Color-Coded Bible Timeline® — Understand salvation history at a glance with Jeff Cavins' exclusive system.
✏️ Notetaking Margins — Wide ruled margins throughout let you journal, annotate, and record reflections right alongside Scripture.
🧠 Catechism Connections — New cross-references link Scripture directly to Church teachings.
🧭 Maps and Charts — 12 timeline charts and 16 full-color maps for visual learners.
📝 Enhanced Footnotes — 32 newly added book introductions provide essential background context.
🟥 Words of Christ in Red — See what Jesus says in His own words, beautifully printed.
🎧 Podcast Companion Ready — Perfect for following The Bible in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz.

Exclusive Features Only in the Second Edition

  • 12 historical overviews
  • 70 key event callouts
  • 7 articles on major covenants
  • 3 ribbon markers for easy navigation
  • A FREE Bible Timeline Chart included
  • Cream-colored pages, sewn binding, and a durable leatherlike cover
  • Comes in a keepsake box, ideal for gifting

Product Specifications

  • Format: Leatherlike Cover with Keepsake Box
  • Page Count: 2,128 pages
  • Dimensions: 6.375" W x 9.375" H x 1.75" D
  • Weight: 5.5 lbs
  • Translation: Revised Standard Version, Second Catholic Edition (RSV-2CE)
  • Binding: Smyth Sewn for long-term durability
  • Language: English
  • Ecclesiastical Designation: Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur
  • Publisher: Ascension (2024)
  • ISBN: 9781954882416

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this different from other Catholic Bibles?
This is the only Catholic Bible to include Jeff Cavins' Bible Timeline® Learning System, with color-coded periods of salvation history, exclusive timeline charts, historical summaries, and thematic articles not found anywhere else. The notetaking edition adds wide margins so your own reflections become part of the story.

Is this the Bible used in The Bible in a Year podcast?
Yes. This is the official Bible used in the Bible in a Year podcast hosted by Fr. Mike Schmitz. The Second Edition includes enhanced features to help listeners follow along with the podcast reading plan.

What translation is used?
The RSV-2CE (Revised Standard Version, Second Catholic Edition), known for its balance of accuracy, clarity, and readability, and fully approved for Catholic use with Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur.

Is this suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. The Great Adventure system is designed specifically to help beginners understand the flow of salvation history. Visual aids, articles, and glossary footnotes remove the confusion of where to begin.

Does it include the deuterocanonical books?
Yes. This is a complete Catholic Bible with all 73 books of Scripture, including Tobit, Sirach, and 1 and 2 Maccabees.

What comes with this Bible?
Each Leatherlike Notetaking edition includes a keepsake presentation box, a free copy of the Bible Timeline Chart, and 3 ribbon markers.

Is this a good gift?
It's an ideal gift for RCIA candidates, Confirmation, birthdays, anniversaries, or anyone growing in their Catholic faith. The keepsake box, quality craftsmanship, and notetaking margins make it a standout keepsake that grows more personal with every reading.

Can I personalize the cover?
Yes! Make it uniquely yours by adding your name with either laser engraving or foil imprinting for an additional cost.

Whether you're just beginning your Scripture journey or deepening a lifelong faith, the Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition Notetaking will transform the way you read God's Word.