Abeceda katoličke karizmatske obnove

The book The ABCs of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (Abeceda katoličke karizmatske obnove) by Dražen Bušić (published in 2002) is an accessible and instructive handbook intended for anyone wishing to learn about the nature, goals, and spiritual practices of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR). The author—a long-time Catholic activist, journalist, and prayer group leader—explains the fundamental concepts and experiences defining this movement within the Catholic Church in a simple and systematic manner. Organized either alphabetically or thematically, the book addresses key aspects of charismatic spirituality, such as "baptism in the Holy Spirit," the reception and exercise of charisms (the gift of tongues, prophecy, the gift of healing), the importance of praise and prayer, inner healing, and participation in prayer communities. In addition to theological and pastoral explanations, Bušić offers practical advice for personal spiritual growth and for avoiding errors or excesses in religious practice. As one of the early domestic handbooks on this subject from the early 2000s, the book played a significant role in informing and shaping the faith of believers in Croatia. The ABCs of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal serves as a valuable guide for understanding the role of the Holy Spirit in the contemporary life of the Church and the individual.