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  Roman Catholic Church - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Reformers within the Catholic Church launched the Counter Reformation, a period of doctrinal clarification, reform of the clergy and the liturgy, and re-evangelization begun by the Council of Trent.
Catholics place particular importance on the Church as an institution founded by Christ and kept from doctrinal error by the presence and guidance of the Holy Spirit, and as the font of salvation for humanity.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church, 85 states that authentic interpretation of the Word of God is entrusted to the living Magisterium of the Church, namely the bishops in communion with the successor of Saint Peter.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Roman_Catholic_Church   (8019 words)

  
 Eastern Orthodox Church - Encyclopedia of Religion   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Since the separation of the Nestorian and Monophysite churches, and the loss of communion with the Western Church, the Orthodox Church is the main historical inheritor of the Byzantine tradition of Christianity.
It is characterized by its continuity with the apostolic church, its liturgy, and its territorial churches.
The official designation of the church in Eastern Orthodox liturgical or canonical texts is “the Orthodox Catholic Church.” Because of the historical links of Eastern Orthodoxy with the Eastern Roman Empire and Byzantium (Constantinople), however, in English usage it is referred to as the “Eastern” or “Greek Orthodox” Church.
www.religion-encyclopedia.com /O/orthodox_church.htm   (895 words)

  
 Catholic Pages Directory: » SAINTS
The Communion of Saints Catechism of the Catholic Church
The forty Martyrs are among the best known of the many Catholics who gave their lives in England and Wales during the 16th and 17th centuries owing to the fact that their religious convictions clashed with the laws of the State at that time.
Although in the early Church there was no formal process for declaring a person to be a Saint, for many Centuries now the Church has had a formal process by which she investigates the lives of those who died "in the odour of saanctity" and decides whether they should be first beatified and then canonized.
www.catholic-pages.com /dir/saints.asp   (1015 words)

  
 CM Almy Church Goods and Catholic church supplies featuring clergy stoles, vestments, albs, copes, cassocks and ...
NFPC is a church membership organization representing councils of diocesan and religious clergy and Roman Catholic priests.
Catholic Digest is a national magazine published in Mystic, CT providing readers with the tools and motivation to lead happier, more successful, more fulfilling lives.
Archdiocese of New York is a large Archdiocese with a wide variety of cultures and ministries proclaiming the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and inspiring social, pastoral or educational ministries.
www.almy.com /church_goods_resources.html   (1382 words)

  
 The Mystery Worshipper: St Joseph's Catholic Church, Jacksonville, Florida
The newest church is located on the southwest corner, the two older churches are on the southeast corner, the school and its chapel are on the northeast corner, and the diocesan offices are on the northwest corner.
The church isn't the building, it's the communion of saints, and it's where we go to hear the Word proclaimed, get a sense of values and direction, and the strength to take it to the world.
The trumpets and the timpani as we were entering the church – a majestic sound, to say the least.
www.ship-of-fools.com /Mystery/1999/058Mystery.html   (905 words)

  
 Greek (Byzantine Ruthenian) Catholic Church in the USA - Religion - The Rusyns - Rusyn.org
The first Greek Catholic parishes were established in the 1880s in eastern Pennsylvania; by World War I there were 152 parishes with about 500,000 members concentrated primarily in the northeast and northcentral United States.
Throughout its early history the Greek (Byzantine Ruthenian) Catholic Church suffered discrimination from the American Roman Catholic bishops and it was required by Vatican decrees (*Ea Semper, 1907; *Cum Data Fuerit, 1929) to adapt to American Catholic norms, including celibacy for priests and the transfer of legal ownership of church property to the bishop.
The Greek Catholic seminaries in each of those eparchies have received financial support from Rusyn American Greek Catholics both in the interwar years and in the post-Communist 1990s.
www.rusyn.org /?root=rusyns&rusyns=religion&article=89   (664 words)

  
 St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, Auburn, Alabama, USA
All boys and girls who have received their First Holy Communion and are in the fifth grade or older are welcome to serve at the altar during the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
This international organization for Catholic men is geared toward offering a place for camaraderie and fellowship in an environment of shared faith and common commitment to service.
In this belief, the Church has established teachings on love and marriage, one being that natural Family Planning is the only morally acceptable method of child spacing.
www.stmichaelsauburn.com /minisorgs.html   (1511 words)

  
 Catholic Church Information and News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Sacraments and Sacramentals of the Roman Catholic Church
The importance of the Pope in the Roman Catholic church
Bolivian President Evo Morales on Tuesday said some members of the Roman Catholic Church hierarchy are behaving as if they were in "the times of the Inquisition" as he defended his government's plan to remove Catholicism as the sole religion taught in...
www.community-catholics.com   (1210 words)

  
 Catholic Online - Breaking News, World News, Catholic and Diocese News & Multimedia
VATICAN CITY (Catholic Online) — The European Union decision to continue funding embryonic human stem cell research is the result of “a twisted sense of progress,” according to the Vatican newspaper.
WASHINGTON (National Catholic Reporter) — Thousands of Christians met here last week to declare their unwavering support for Israel and to warn of the threat posed by Iran.
Pope to Catholic parents: Renew your faith to be authentic teachers
www.catholic.org   (979 words)

  
 The Official Web Site for the Archdiocese of Detroit   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Callers to 410-676-6000 are able to find a church location by entering a five-digit postal zip code or the first six digits of the telephone number (area code plus three numbers).
Those seeking to become mentors should be at least 19 years of age, able to travel to the Wayne County Juvenile Justice Detention Center in Detroit, willing to go through abuse and neglect background checks, and available to attend a one-day training session on September 22 or 23 at Sacred Heart Major Seminary.
River of Life — Catholics are among the volunteers in an environmental group that works to protect rivers in southeastern Michigan.
www.aodonline.org /AODOnline/AODOnline.htm   (865 words)

  
 Catholic-Extension.org   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
The Catholic Church Extension Society exists to sustain and extend the Catholic Faith in poor and remote mission areas of the United States where diocesan resources are insufficient.
Catholic Extension builds national awareness and raises funds for the Church's needs in these communities so as to enable the essential mission of Catholic evangelization.
Copyright © 2005 by The Catholic Church Extension Society of the United States of America.
www.catholic-extension.org   (582 words)

  
 St. Raphael's Catholic Church, Englewood, Fl. USA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
We are a small group (called a Caravan) of dedicated Catholic men with the primary purpose of assisting the developmentally or mentally challenged in our area.
Organized in our parish in 1995, the Knights of Columbus is an organization for the men, it is basically a fraternal, charitable group in which members volunteer their time and efforts for the betterment of parish and community.
It is designed as a living rosary of plants with a topiary cross surrounded by a crushed shell path located to the north of the parish center.
straphaelsonline.org /STRA.html   (1532 words)

  
 Holy Trinity Bandon Catholic Church
This is the Webpage of the Catholic Newspaper of the Archdiocese of Portland
The National Resource Center for Catholic Men is a national organization that serves regional and local Catholic men's fellowships and Catholic men's faith groups by providing resources, leadership training and communications.
This is the USA Bishop's excellent letter on youth ministry being used by almost all youth ministry programs.
www.holytrinitybandon.com /webfront/links   (752 words)

  
 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
The USCCB is an assembly of the Catholic Church hierarchy who work together to unify, coordinate, promote, and carry on Catholic activities in the United States; to organize and conduct religious, charitable, and social welfare work at home and abroad; to aid in education; and to care for immigrants.
The bishops themselves constitute the membership of the Conference and are served by a staff of over 350 lay people, priests, deacons, and religious.
A Toolkit for Young Advocates, produced by the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, is an interactive, interdisciplinary curriculum for youth ministry programs and high school classrooms.
www.nccbuscc.org /index.htm   (240 words)

  
 St. Malachi Parish
One of the oldest parishes in the city of Cleveland, St. Malachi Church is a vibrant member of the northeast Ohio community.
The Holy Spirit calls us as a Eucharistic community of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland to be a healing presence of Jesus to continue His shepherding ministry begun in the "Old Angle" neighborhood in 1865 to be a sign of hope and love to all we serve.
We strive to respond to the needs of those who live in the parish neighborhood the members of our parish community and the wider community of Church and society to the extent of our ability and resources.
www.stmalachi.org /parish/parish.htm   (397 words)

  
 English Translation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church with Search Utility   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
The Second Edition English Translation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church includes the corrections promulgated by Pope John Paul II on 8 September 1997.
These corrections to the English text of the Catechism of the Catholic Church were made to harmonize it with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope John Paul II on the same date.
Editio typica modifications to the Catechism of the Catholic Church
www.scborromeo.org /ccc.htm   (183 words)

  
 Saint Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church - Warren, Michigan, USA
POlease inform the Church three (3) weeks in advance of the date you desire to have your child Baptized and Chrismated.
The couple to be maried should contract the Church prior to making any other arrangments.
Please notify the Parish office or one of the priests as soon as possible if a family member is in the hospital or nursing home.
www.stsharbelwarren.com   (257 words)

  
 St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Arlington, Northern Virginia USA
Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Arlington, Northern Virginia USA
July 27 - Adult education series: “Understanding the Bible: How Catholic Read the Scriptures” Gathering and munchies at 6:30 PM, Seminar at 7 PM.
There are many Northern Virginia Catholic churches and Catholic churches in the Washington, DC area.
www.stcharleschurch.org   (233 words)

  
 Antiochian Catholic Church in America
Welcome to the website of the Antiochian Catholic Church in America, His Grace, The Most Reverend Victor Mar Michael Herron, Mitran (Metropolitan Archbishop).
Written originally in response to the war in Kosovo, Mar Michael's pastoral letter on war and peace is ever more relevant today both in the aftermath of September 11 and the ongoing war with Iraq.
Gregory Blevins for the Antiochian Catholic Church in America.
www.geocities.com /athens/forum/7951   (230 words)

  
 Seminole Largo Catholic Church Churches Pinellas Florida USA
in accordance with the magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church,
Pinellas County Roman Catholic Church or Churches located in Seminole, Largo, Saint Petersburg, Madeira Beach, Redington Beach, Redington and Indian Shores, Treasure Island, Tampa Bay, Southwest Florida USA.
OnceCatholic.org is a welcoming interactive community where you can share your story as a lapsed Catholic, find Catholic Church resources, read questions and answers about Catholicism and reconnect with your local Catholic community.
www.blessedsacramentonline.com   (554 words)

  
 Directions to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Windsor, CA- USA
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church is located in Windsor, California - just a few miles north of Santa Rosa.
Turn right into the parking lot behind the church.
Northbound Route 60 stops directlym in front of the church entry courtyard.
guadalupechurch.org /map.html   (110 words)

  
 Catholic Church Web Sites
Code of Canon Law (The Laws of the Roman Catholic Church)
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Brookhaven, Mississippi, USA
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Madison, Mississippi, USA
www.ms-kofc.org /898/catholic.htm   (79 words)

  
 Catholic Answers: Catholic Apologetics, Catholic Evangelization, Catholic Teachings, Catholic Radio, Catholic ...
Catholics and non-Catholics alike need to learn the truth.
Our live show features some of the most prominent men and women in the Catholic Church answering caller's questions.
You can help keep quality Catholic radio programs on the air around the world.
www.catholic.com   (132 words)

  
 Stations of the Cross, Via Crucis
Stations of the Cross, Nativity Catholic Church, Evansville, Indiana, USA
Stations of the Cross, Saint Mary of the Visitation's, Huntsville, Alabama, USA
Stations of the Cross, Saint Stephen Catholic Church, Valrico, FL, USA
www.catholiclinks.org /viacrucisingles.htm   (435 words)

  
 Welcome to St. Cecilia's
On behalf of all the staff and parishioners of St. Cecilia's Church, we welcome you and your family to our family in Christ.
As only the third pastor of this parish since it's inception in 1950, I am grateful to you for having joined our parish family, and look forward to serving you–and to you serving the Lord–in the years ahead.
If you missed the first show, plans are already in the works for additional episodes.
www.stceciliasonline.org   (186 words)

  
 Saint Alan Church Home Page
Alan's Parish is a Roman Catholic Community of Christians who have come together under the guidance of the Holy Spirit to give witness to Jesus Christ.
Our mission is to celebrate the Eucharist, to proclaim The Good News, and to grow in Faith, Justice, Love and Service to others.
"A statement of the Church's faith and of catholic doctrine, attested to or illumined by Sacred Scripture, the Apostolic Tradition, and the Church's Magisterium." - John Paul II National Conference of Catholic Bishops
www.rc.net /detroit/stalan   (356 words)

  
 Catholic Messages USA - Resources/News/Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Many Catholics throughout the state fail to keep the Lord's Day holy because their bishops and priests remain silent to this great evil, and are themselves intense fans of the Green Bay Packer football team.
The Church must not depend upon, or associate with worldly enterprises: "Love not the world, nor the things which are in the world.
***Nov. '04 Church struggles with change - Commentary: Organizations like Call to Action, Voice of the Faithful, WomenChurch and Future Church are not being Guided by the Holy Spirit, and are therefore far from being truly "Catholic." Their "solutions" to Church problems are based on human wisdom, and not Divine Wisdom.
www.catholicmessagesusa.catholicweb.com   (6711 words)

  
 Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is located in the Huffman-Roebuck area of Birmingham, Alabama, just off the Center Point Parkway, and serves parishioners in the following areas: Huffman, Roebuck, Pinson, and Grayson Valley.
If you wish to become a member of our parish community, please pick up a Registration Form in the back of the Church, or stop by the Church Office between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm weekdays.
Call the Church Office, (205) 836-2274 and speak to Robin for more information.
www.oll-catholicchurch.bitshop.com   (149 words)

  
 Homilies, Sermons
Catholic Church of Saint John Neumann, Eagan, MN, USA, Pastor's Homilies
Homilies, Augustinian Friars of the Villanova Province (U.S.A.)
Saint Theodore's Catholic Church, Albert Lea, MN, USA
www.catholiclinks.org /homiliasenglish.htm   (538 words)

  
 Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada - ELCIC Directory
These churches and communities have an organized expression in Canada.
Some are distinctively Canadian while others are trans-national (eg: USA and Canada) or international (eg: global).
Church of the Lutheran Brethren of America (USA and Canada)
www.elcic.ca /direct/canada.html   (211 words)

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