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Catholic Church
 Websites presented in alphabetical order All About Saints 
 Answers to some common questions about saints and sainthood. Topics include canonization and beatification, icons, prayer, patron saints and feast days, and St. Christopher. From Catholic Online. http://www.catholic.org/saints/faq.php Topics: Christianity, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Oct 5, 2004 Backgrounder: Making Saints
This document provides an overview of the process by which people become Catholic saints. Includes a glossary of key terms, a history of the procedures, and a description of the three steps in the process when "a candidate becomes 'Venerable,' then 'Blessed' and then 'Saint.'" Opens directly into a PDF document. From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). http://www.nccbuscc.org/comm/SaintsFinal.pdf Topics: Christianity Last updated Feb 27, 2008 Boston Globe Spotlight Investigation: Abuse in the Catholic Church
"An ongoing examination of the sexual abuse of children by priests, and its affect on the Catholic Church, its officials, and its members." Topics include news, cost analyses, and reactions of priests and parishioners. http://www.boston.com/globe/spotlight/abuse/ Topics: Christianity, Crime, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated May 22, 2002 Campaign for the Ordination of Women in the Roman Catholic Church
This site provides over one thousand articles collected by Catholic theologians, plus a summary of the two sides of the debate over whether women should be ordained as Catholic priests. Site is by a Roman Catholic, a former priest, who resigned his ministry over "a conflict of conscience." Browsable through the site map, and searchable. Portions are also available in several European languages. http://www.womenpriests.org/ Topics: Christianity, Women Last updated Feb 20, 2005 Canon Law: Corpus Juris Canonici (1582)
"A digital facsimile edition of the Decretals of Gregory IX as they appeared with marginal commentary in the 'Corpus canonicum glossatum' promulgated by Gregory XIII in 1580. ... This edition of the laws, edited by the Roman Correctors ... will allow historians and legal scholars to study canon law with the aid of the original textual apparatus (glossa ordinaria)." Browsable by volume and subject (in Latin). From the University of California, Los Angeles, Library. http://digital.library.ucla.edu/canonlaw/ Topics: Christianity, Law Last updated Sep 25, 2006 The Cardinals of the Holy Roman Church
"A digital resource created and produced by Salvador Miranda, consisting of the biographical entries of the cardinals from 1073 to 2009 and of the events and documents concerning the origin of the Roman cardinalate and its historical evolution." It features a biographical dictionary (1590 to the present), images, lists of cardinals by country and other criteria, a bibliography, and links to related sites. Some material also in Spanish. From a retired librarian from Florida. http://www.fiu.edu/~mirandas/cardinals.htm Topics: Christianity Last updated Apr 10, 2009 Catholic Educator's Resource Center (CERC)
This resource from a nonprofit and produced with the involvement of two Catholic dioceses, sees its mission as "to identify existing resources and to develop new resources" that relate to Catholicism in social justice, history, politics, and more. http://catholiceducation.org/ Topics: Christianity Last updated May 14, 2002 Catholic Exchange
A nonprofit "homepage for Catholics" that offers meditations, spiritual help, and answers to questions about the Catholic faith. Use the search feature to find articles and related websites for specific topics. Most features are free, but there are additional services with subscription. http://catholicexchange.com/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Nov 25, 2008 Catholic Glossary
This site provides definitions of terms used in the celebration and participation of the Catholic mass. From the Archdiocese of Saint Louis, Missouri. http://www.archstl.org/index.php?option=com_glossary&Itemid=163 Topics: Christianity, Religion Last updated Oct 28, 2007 Catholic Online
The mission of this site "is to accurately represent the Catholic religion ... [It] provides over five million pages of content including the largest online historical and biblical database about the Catholic Church including comprehensive information about over 7,000 Catholic saints and comprehensive online scriptures." Also includes news, a history of the Popes, databases of Catholic schools and parishes in the United States, and more. Searchable. http://www.catholic.org Topics: Christianity, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jan 26, 2005 Catholic.net
This Roman Catholic resource includes news, church documents (including the Baltimore Catechism ), liturgy, prayers, stories of saints, periodicals, find a Mass (gives church locations, phone numbers, Web addresses, and mass times), education, and more. Was Catholic Information Center on the Internet (CICI). Available in both English and Spanish versions. http://www.catholic.net/ Topics: Christianity, Holidays and Observances Individually, Religion Last updated Aug 11, 2001 CatholiCity
The site features news and commentary on issues of Catholic interest as well as message boards and annotated links to related sites. Also provides access to free Catholic books and tapes. It is the official site of the Mary Foundation. Searchable. http://www.catholicity.com/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Feb 4, 2004 CatholiCity: Catholic Commentary on the Scandals in the Church
Provides a number of Catholic viewpoints on scandals in the Catholic church, including commentary on homosexuality, celibacy, and priestly pedophilia. "CatholiCity" is the official Internet site of the Mary Foundation. http://www.catholicity.com/scandals.html Topics: Christianity, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Jan 17, 2004 Clergy Abuse Tracker: A Coverage Weblog
In response to the proliferation of media reports about Catholic clergy and their sexual abuse victims, the journalism assistance and teaching site, Poynter.org, has created a blog (Web log) of story summaries linked to the original reports. A discussion board allows readers to weigh in with their opinions. Includes a section for reporter's notes, an archive of the blog, and links to related Web sites. http://www.poynter.org/column.asp?id=46 Topics: Blogs & Podcasts by Subject, Christianity, Crime, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Sep 3, 2003 Conclave
Entry from the 1914 edition of "The Catholic Encyclopedia" on the history and ceremony of the conclave, "the closed room or hall specially set aside and prepared for the cardinals when electing a pope; also the assembly of the cardinals for the canonical execution of this purpose." Includes links to related information. http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/04192a.htm Topics: Christianity Last updated Apr 25, 2004 Congregation for the Causes of Saints
Official information from this section of the Roman Catholic Curia that supervises the canonization of saints. Includes lists of canonizations and beatifications during the time of Pope John Paul II, and material about the sainthood process. Most material available in several languages (English is usually, but not always, included). From the Vatican. http://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/csaints/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Feb 27, 2008 The Da Vinci Code, The Catholic Church and Opus Dei
May 2006 response to Dan Brown's fictional work "The Da Vinci Code" from the Prelature of Opus Dei in the United States. Fictional members of Opus Dei are prominent characters in the novel. Topics addressed include Opus Dei and monks, crime, corporal mortification (including the cilice), cult allegations, women, and the Vatican bank. http://www.opusdei.org/art.php?w=32&p=7017 Topics: Christianity, Mysteries and More Last updated May 15, 2006 DignityUSA
"The oldest and largest national lay movement of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) Catholics, our families, and our friends." The site includes a guide to local chapters, an events list, discussion lists, and a FAQ about Catholicism and homosexuality. Portions of the site, including liturgical prayers, are also available in Spanish. http://www.dignityusa.org/ Topics: Christianity, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Religion Last updated Feb 20, 2005 Document of the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People: "Guidelines for the Pastoral Care of the Road"
This June 2007 document features at paragraph 61 a "Drivers' 'Ten Commandments'" that is designed to promote courteous and safe behavior while on the road. Includes background about how the commandments were developed, such as on the moral aspects of driving and Christian virtues related to driving. Also includes material about "street women" (prostitutes), street children, and homeless people. Available in several languages. From the Vatican. http://212.77.1.245/news_services/bulletin/news/20451.php?index=20451&po_date=19.06.2007&lang=it Topics: Christianity Last updated Mar 31, 2008 Documents of the II Vatican Council
Includes constitutions, declarations, and decrees relating to the 1962-1965 Vatican II Council. Contains the full text of documents such as "Dei Verbum," "Nostra Aetate," "Inter Mirifica," and "Christus Dominus." Available in several languages in addition to English. From the Vatican Archives. http://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/ Topics: Christianity, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Apr 25, 2004 The Holy See
This Official Vatican Web site includes information on the Holy Father , Roman Curia , News Services , Library/Secret Archives , Vatican City State , and Vatican Museums . There are more than 1,200 Church documents, information on the saints, and more. Holy Father contains varied information (such as biographies, encyclicals, letters, homilies, and speeches) on the last nine popes. Searchable. Available in English and five other languages. http://www.vatican.va/ Topics: Architecture, Christianity, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Dec 14, 2002 Homosexual Orientation Among Roman Catholic Seminarian Students
Article which discusses the percentage of Roman Catholic seminary students who may have a homosexual orientation, why such men might be attracted to the priesthood, and the 1961 Vatican document that bars homosexuals from the priesthood. Also includes a link to an article about Roman Catholic priests with a homosexual orientation, and links to related information. From Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance. Note: some intrusive commercial content. http://www.religioustolerance.org/hom_rcc1.htm Topics: Christianity, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Religion Last updated Nov 16, 2005 In Depth: Pope Benedict XVI
Profile of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, 78, who was chosen on April 19, 2005, to succeed Pope John Paul II. He will be known as Benedict XVI. Also includes related news stories, the English text of his first speech as pope, background and analysis, an explanation of relativism, images, and video and audio clips. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/world/2005/pope_benedict_xvi/default.stm Topics: Christianity Last updated Sep 8, 2009 JesuitsUSA: Society of Jesus Online
Key facts and figures, history, and more from a site for "one of the largest religious orders in the Catholic Church." The Social Apostolate section includes information about the social ministry of the Jesuits, particularly the Jesuit Refugee Service. http://www.jesuit.org/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Jan 17, 2002 La Virgen de Guadalupe
Historical background about the December 12 Catholic religious event which celebrates the appearance of the "miraculous Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe" to Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531. Includes a photo of the Modern Basilica de Guadalupe in Mexico City. From the website for Olvera Street in Los Angeles. http://www.olvera-street.com/html/virgen_de_guadalupe.html Topics: Christianity Last updated Dec 4, 2006 The Life of Saint Jude Thaddeus
Brief background about this Catholic saint who is known as the saint of "lost causes" and whose feast day is October 28. "Very little is known about ... [this] saint. We do know that he was possibly a cousin of Jesus and certainly one of Jesus' disciples." From the Dominican Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus, Chicago. http://www.shrineofsaintjude.com/htdocs/st_jude/st_jude_life.php Topics: Christianity Last updated Jul 13, 2007 The List of Popes
Biographical information on most of the popes of the Roman Catholic Church, from St. Peter (A.D. 32-67) to the present pope. From "The Catholic Encyclopedia." http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/12272b.htm Topics: Christianity Last updated Apr 25, 2004 Liturgical Vestments
Illustrated guide to vestments worn by Roman Catholic clergy, including bishops, archbishops, and the pope. Includes descriptions of and symbolic meanings for items such as the alb, stole, biretta hat, mitre hat, pallium, and fanon. From a site for converts to Catholicism. http://www.kensmen.com/catholic/vestments.html Topics: Christianity, Fashion, Religion Last updated Dec 5, 2005 Movie and Family Video Reviews
Movie and video reviews by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' (USCCB) Office for Film and Broadcasting. The reviews feature the USCCB rating, the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) rating, and a brief synopsis of the movie. New reviews are listed weekly and the archive is searchable and contains thousands of reviews. Includes "Top 10 Movie List (1965-2003)" and "Vatican Top 45 List." http://www.nccbuscc.org/movies/ Topics: Christianity, Film, Movies, & Video, Film: Genres & Themes Last updated Apr 25, 2004 The Nature and Scope of the Problem of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Catholic Priests and Deacons in the United States
This is the February 2004 report of the research study conducted by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice at the request of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Sections include the prevalence of abuse of youth under 18 by Catholic priests and deacons, information about the accused priests and deacons and about the incidents and allegations, and the response from the diocese and religious communities. Also includes copies of the blank survey forms. http://www.usccb.org/nrb/johnjaystudy/ Topics: Christianity, Crime, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 28, 2004 New Advent Catholic Website
The site of the 1913 edition of the Catholic Encyclopedia . There are other Catholic documents to see as well, such as encyclicals, writings of church fathers, and Summa Theologica from St. Thomas Aquinas. This is an excellent site for an introduction to, and study of, the Catholic faith. A well organized and well annotated site. Searchable. http://www.newadvent.org/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Sep 24, 2000 New Pope Greets the World
News stories about the election of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger of Germany to succeed Pope John Paul II. "Ratzinger will be known as Pope Benedict XVI." Features a "look at the new Pope Benedict XVI's accomplishment and beliefs," and reactions from U.S. communities, Latin America, young Catholics, theologists, and other groups. Also includes data on "Popes through the years." From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4602980 Topics: Christianity, Holidays & Observances Last updated Apr 20, 2005 Our Lady of Guadalupe: Patroness of the Americas
A site devoted to the famous Mexico City shrine honoring the 1531 apparitions of the Virgin Mary. Includes a chronology of events beginning with 1474; accounts of the apparition of the Virgin Mary; information on Juan Diego, who first saw the apparition; and several prayers. Also available in French and Portuguese. http://www.sancta.org/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Sep 2, 2006 The Page One Pope: A Legacy of Resources
Questions to consider for journalists reporting about the life and death of Catholic leader Pope John Paul II, who died in April 2005. Also features two collections of resources for researching the pope, the Vatican, and Catholicism. From the Poynter Institute. http://www.poynter.org/content/content_view.asp?id=80510 Topics: Christianity Last updated Apr 6, 2005 Papal Encyclicals Online
From Pope Honorius III (1216-1277) to John Paul II (1978-), this site has collected available messages from the Popes. http://www.papalencyclicals.net/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Jul 25, 2002 Pope Benedict XVI: Apostolic Journey to the United States 2008
Website for the April 2008 papal visit to the United States. Features a brief biography of Pope Benedict XVI, a list of his travels outside of Italy back to 2005, details about beatifications and canonizations, links to key writings, and details about his itinerary in Washington, D.C. (April 15-17) and New York City (April 18-20). Also includes video clips and a blog. From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). http://www.uspapalvisit.org/ Topics: Christianity Last updated Apr 14, 2008 Pope John Paul II
Reporting and background information on Pope John Paul II. Includes biographical information, photographs, and links to related news, commentary, and resources. From the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). http://www.cbc.ca/news/background/pope/ Topics: Christianity, Notable People Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Pope John Paul II, 1920-2005
Collection of news stories about Catholic leader Pope John Paul II, who died in April 2005. Includes an obituary, questions and answers about the papal transition, background and analysis, photos, and related material. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/world/pope_john_paul_ii/default.stm Topics: Christianity Last updated Sep 8, 2009 Pope John Paul II, 1920-2005
This special report from CNN profiles the life of Pope John Paul II, "one of the Catholic Church's most influential and controversial leaders." The site chronicles his early life and his later priesthood and papal years. It includes photo galleries, video and audio clips, information about the selection process for the next pope, and related materials. http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2005/pope/ Topics: Christianity, Holidays & Observances Last updated Apr 5, 2005 Pope John Paul II: His Life Remembered
Special report on Catholic leader Pope John Paul II, who died in April 2005. Features a timeline, photos, audio clips of speeches, news stories, and articles about the papal transition and potential successors. From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4571796 Topics: Christianity Last updated Apr 5, 2005 The Real Da Vinci Code
Companion to a 2005 television program that considered historical plot elements in Dan Brown's novel "The Da Vinci Code." Topics include the legend of the Holy Grail, the Priory of Sion, the Knights Templar, Jesus and Mary Magdalene, and Opus Dei. From Britain's Channel 4. http://www.channel4.com/culture/microsites/W/weirdworlds/da_vinci_code/ Topics: Christianity, Mysteries and More Last updated May 16, 2006 The Roman Curia: Congregations: Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith
Information from the Vatican about this group "founded in 1542 by Pope Paul III ... [which] was originally called the Sacred Congregation of the Universal Inquisition as its duty was to defend the Church from heresy. It is the oldest of the Curia's nine congregations." Includes a brief profile, doctrinal and disciplinary documents, and related material, some of which are by Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger (now Pope Benedict XVI). Many of the documents are available in several languages (some not in English). http://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/ Topics: Christianity, History By Place Last updated May 18, 2005 Social Development and World Peace
This Catholic viewpoint of world policy issues wishes to apply "social teaching to major contemporary domestic and international issues which have significant moral and human dimensions," among other goals. The site provides documents, legislative news, action alerts, resources for parishes and dioceses, and other links to social teaching. There are also links to the Bible and other publications and readings. Searchable. From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. http://www.nccbuscc.org/sdwp/ Topics: Christianity, Politics by Place Last updated Apr 28, 2004 U.S. Seminaries Under Scrutiny
Radio program transcript from October 2005 about how "America's 229 Catholic seminaries ... are currently getting the once-over from a team of inspectors sent by Rome in what some commentators are describing as a witch-hunt for homosexuals and liberals." Also includes a copy of the "Instrumentum Laboris," the "list of questions that are being put to every seminarian and every seminary professor," and links to related information. From the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). http://www.abc.net.au/rn/talks/8.30/relrpt/stories/s1488009.htm Topics: Christianity, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Religion Last updated Nov 16, 2005 Universi Dominici Gregis
This official Vatican document, issued in 1996 by Pope John Paul II, outlines the current rules and procedure for papal vacancies. Available in English and five other languages. Additional apostolic constitutions are available by going up a level using the arrow at the top of this site. http://www.vatican.va/holy_father/john_paul_ii/apost_constitutions/documents/hf_jp-ii_apc_22021996_universi-dominici-gregis_en.html Topics: Christianity, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Apr 5, 2005 Vatican Considers Ban on Gay Priests
Audio of a September 2005 radio program that discusses how "the Vatican is expected to release a document saying homosexuals will be banned from joining the priesthood even if they are celibate." Includes commentary by Vatican correspondent for the National Catholic Reporter, a pastor, and the author of a book about sexual abuse by Roman Catholic priests. From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4865796 Topics: Christianity, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Religion Last updated Nov 14, 2005 YouTube: The Vatican
"This channel offers news coverage of the main activities of the Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI and of relevant Vatican events. It is updated daily. Video images are produced by Centro Televisio Vaticano (CTV), texts by Vatican Radio (RV) and CTV. This video-news presents the Catholic Church's position regarding the principal issues of the world today. Links give access to the full and official texts of cited documents." Available in several languages. From YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/vatican Topics: Christianity Last updated Feb 5, 2009 |
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