Theology for the Layman

This volume gathers a series of short theological pamphlets originally published between 1941 and 1946 by the National Headquarters of the Holy Name Society with ecclesiastical approval. Slightly edited and unified here in book form, the chapters were designed specifically for lay readers seeking a deeper and more systematic understanding of the relationship between God and man.

Based on the structure and thought of the Summa Theologiae of St. Thomas Aquinas, the series presents theology not as an abstract or academic pursuit, but as a living framework that illuminates human conduct, moral responsibility, and divine purpose. Written with clarity and pastoral intent, the work addresses why theology matters, why it belongs to the laity, and how even brief and accessible texts can open vast intellectual and spiritual horizons.

Originally intended for Holy Name Society study groups, the book challenges readers to engage theology seriously and attentively. Its ultimate aim is renewal: a revitalized understanding of God, deeper motivation for Christian living, and a stronger foundation for lay apostolic life rooted in truth.