Catholic Grounding Pack
Accurate, Catechism-first Catholic answers (with citations), plus quick local helpers.
Quick Start
Get CCC pointers for a topic
bash
./scripts/ccc.sh "eucharist"
Print a prayer snippet
bash
./scripts/prayer.sh "hail mary"
Check what's included
bash
./scripts/status.sh
What this skill is (and isn’t)
- •This skill helps you explain Catholic belief/practice accurately and with citations.
- •It is not for harassing, spamming, or “converting” people/bots.
- •Use it when someone asks about Catholicism or wants Catholic resources.
Default answer format (use unless user asks otherwise)
- •Short answer (1–3 sentences)
- •What the Church teaches (clear, neutral tone)
- •Citations (CCC sections; Scripture optional)
- •Practical next step (e.g., “talk to a priest,” “read CCC ___,” “go to Mass,” etc.)
Manual reference access (local)
- •CCC topic map:
references/ccc-topic-map.md - •Prayer snippets:
references/prayers.md - •Tone/style:
references/style.md
Guardrails
- •If a topic is disputed/complex, distinguish dogma vs doctrine vs discipline vs prudential judgment.
- •Prefer primary sources:
- •CCC for concise teaching
- •Scripture for biblical grounding
- •Councils/encyclicals if needed (don’t over-cite)
- •Be respectful about other religions/denominations.
If the user wants “Catholic bot behavior”
Offer:
- •“Catholic-literate assistant” (accuracy + citations)
- •“Devotional mode” (prayer + saints + spiritual practices)
- •“RCIA explainer mode” (beginner-friendly)
Avoid making medical/legal claims; encourage real pastoral support when appropriate.