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Library of Congress

Loc: Rome Reborn: The Vatican Library & Renaissance Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
This page chronicles an exhibit hosted by the Library of Congress of manuscripts and documents from the Vatican Library. Includes manuscripts of both a secular and religious nature as well as a detailed history of the Vatican Library....
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The Faith of the Armenian Church

For Students 9th - 10th
This site examines Christology from the Armenian perspective. It is interesting to note the major differences between the Armenian Christology and that of the Roman Catholic Church concerning "Earthly Religious Authority".
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Religion in Medieval Europe

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed description of the role of the Roman Catholic Church in the Middle Ages and the power that it wielded. Summarizes some of the customs and beliefs, and takes a look at the life of a medieval monk.
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Ireland Information

Land and People Religion (Ireland)

For Students 9th - 10th
A breakdown of Ireland's population according to religious affiliation. A brief background of the Roman Catholic Church, the Church of Ireland, the Presbyterian Church, and the Methodist Church is provided.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Cardinal

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at this high office of the Roman Catholic Church. It is the cardinals that will elect a Pope when necessary. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Cathedra

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the cathedra, or throne, that is symbolic of the Bishop's role of leadership in the Roman Catholic Church. This site includes links to sites with related information. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Deacons

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the origins, history and liturgical role of the deacon in the Roman Catholic Church. This site includes links to sites with related information. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Archbishop

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the history and role of the Archbishop in the hierarchical structure of the Roman Catholic Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Absolution

For Students 9th - 10th
In this entry for Absolution, the Sacrament of Penance is dicussed. This article was written from a Catholic point of view. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: The Moral and Canonical Aspects of Marriage

For Students 9th - 10th
This New Advent article reviews the various aspects of the sacrament of Marriage from the point of view of the canon law of the Catholic Church. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be...
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Franciscan Media: St. Anthony Messenger

For Students 9th - 10th
St. Anthony Messenger is the magazine for American Catholics. Up-to-the-minute news on the Catholic Church, its teachings, and doctrines.
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Catechism: The Pope

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains the American Translation of the Roman Catholic Catechism. It contains the exact phrase which explains the Official Church's beliefs in the Pope.
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Other

Some Straight Answers About the Orthodox Church

For Students 9th - 10th
In this website, the writer truly gives "Straight Answers" regarding the Orthodox Church, her doctrinal difference with The Roman Catholic church, her claim to True Apostolic Succession, and, more importantly, an explanation of her...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Priest

For Students 9th - 10th
This article takes a look at the nature and background of priests in the Roman Catholic tradition. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Crosier

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the crosier, or pastoral staff, which is symbolic of the office of bishop in the Roman Catholic tradition. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Bishop

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the history and use of the office of Bishop in the Roman Catholic tradition. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Other

Catholic Educator's Resource Center

For Students 9th - 10th
A great portal site for Catholic educators, provideding articles and links on many different areas of Catholicism.
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Catholic Exchange

For Students 9th - 10th
A very large resource with dozens of channels and articles all realted to the Catholic faith. In addition, there are a large number of columnists listed.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Mixed Marriage

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry on the marriage of a Catholic to a person from another religious tradition. This article was written from a Catholic point of view. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Wide Angle: Church for Sale

For Students 9th - 10th
Wide Angle video reports on the sale of The Sacred Heart Church in central Limerick, Ireland as the influence of the Catholic Church on Irish society dwindles. [3:21]
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BBC

Bbc: The Vatican in Pictures

For Students 9th - 10th
A series of pictures showing various scenes and buildings from the famous center of the Catholic Church. Scroll down the page to view the other pcitures.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Pope John Paul Ii: Ordinatio Sacerdotalis

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the Pope's declaration that only men can be ordained in the Roman Catholic Church as priests. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
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Catholic Kids

For Students 2nd - 8th
Catholic Kids provides students with resources revolving around the traditional Catholic prayers and the Holy Rosary, along with links to some favorite Catholic web sites and fun stuff for kids.
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Web Gallery of Art

Web Gallery of Art: Popes in the 12th 18th Centuries

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographies of the Popes governing the Roman Catholic Church in the 12th-18th centuries. Entries range from minimal to very extensive.