Catholic Resources
General Resources
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Search the ebooks Voices of Early Christianity and the entire Catholic Encyclopedia using Gale. MLA Citations provided! Download directly to your Google Drive. Catechism of the Catholic Church: Searchable Catechism. Click View Online Version & Ged Adobe Flash Player. Allow. You can also click here to go directly to the ebook.
Christian Classics Ethereal Library: Text of Early Church Fathers, including an alphabetical author index; links to online bibles and bible resources (dictionary, commentary). Most documents also searchable through St. Mary's University Libraries Catalog. Papal Documents: Encyclicals, Apostolic Constitutions, Apostolic Exhortations, Apostolic Letters, etc. from the Holy See. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: Site provides many resources. The mission of the USCCB is to act collaboratively and consistently on vital issues confronting the Roman Catholic Church and society; foster communion with the Church in other nations, within the Church universal, under the leadership of its supreme pastor, the Roman Pontiff; and to offer appropriate assistance to each bishop in fulfilling his particular ministry in the local Church. Vatican - Find Encyclicals, Papal letters, prayers, and information about saints. Use the search feature as well as the "translate" if needed. GoogleChrome should ask if you'd like to translate the documents not already in English. 
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Catholic Apologetics - Theo IV
Sacraments - Apologetics
General Sacraments - Baptism, Marriage, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Confirmation
Catholic Answers - General Apologetics (search for keyword)
Marriage
Eucharist
Holy Orders
Catholic News Agency - General Apologetics and Heresies
Catholic Answers - General Apologetics (search for keyword)
Marriage
Eucharist
Holy Orders
Catholic News Agency - General Apologetics and Heresies
Eucharist Research Paper - Theo III
Social Concerns Research Paper - Seniors Theo IV
USCCB's Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching - Begin Here
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Encyclicals:
Rerum Novarum (1891) Industrialization, Communism vs. Capitalism Quadragesimo Anno (1931) Great Depression & Totalitarianism Mater et Magistra (1961) Post War issues; Communist expansion end of colonialism / 3rd world issues Pacem in Terris (1963) Cold War and Nuclear world Gaudium et Spes (1965) Articulates fundamental principles & common concerns for a just society Populorum Progressio (1967) Development of 3rd world nations Octagesima Adveniens (1971) Update of RN; emphasis on Laity
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(Laborem Exercens (1981)
The Nature & Dignity of Work Sollicitudo Rei Socialis (1987) Update of Populorum Progressio Centesimus Annus (1991) End of Soviet Union; critique of consumerism/materialism in Capitalism Evangelium Vitae (1995) Culture of Death vs. Culture of Love Deus Caritas Est (2005) Foundational principle of Love Caritas in Veritate (2009) Update of PP; global economy, tech Evangelii Gaudium (2013) New Evangelization of society Laudato Si (2015) Environmental stewardship Fratelli Tutti (2020) Fraternity, Social Friendship, War, Economics, Environment, Immigration, Racism |
How to Cite Papal Encyclicals
Note: cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
John Paul II. Encyclical Letter. Evangelium vitae. 25 Mar. 1995. w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031995_evangelium-vitae.html. Accessed 19 Apr. 2018.
In-text citation: (John Paul II, Evangelium vitae 14-16) --->paragraph or section number, not page number
Note: cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
John Paul II. Encyclical Letter. Evangelium vitae. 25 Mar. 1995. w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031995_evangelium-vitae.html. Accessed 19 Apr. 2018.
In-text citation: (John Paul II, Evangelium vitae 14-16) --->paragraph or section number, not page number
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CP Theology IV Critical Essay Links
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Other Social Concerns Sources:
USCCB Issues and Action Topics Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church Four Catholic Political Postures: Lessons from Leo XIII and Ralliement Catholics, the Environment, and a “Culture of Waste” The Acton Institute is a think-tank whose mission is to promote a free and virtuous society characterized by individual liberty and sustained by religious principles. |
Morality Research Paper - Juniors
The Genius of Women
Mulieris Dignitatem (Apostolic Letter) – John Paul II
Letter to Women - John Paul II
Angelus Message – “Women as God’s Masterpiece” – John Paul II
On the Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church - CDF
Article - Catholic Feminism vs. Equality Feminism
Article - “Catholic and Feminist: Can one be both?”
The Pope’s (John Paul II) New Feminism
Letter to Women - John Paul II
Angelus Message – “Women as God’s Masterpiece” – John Paul II
On the Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church - CDF
Article - Catholic Feminism vs. Equality Feminism
Article - “Catholic and Feminist: Can one be both?”
The Pope’s (John Paul II) New Feminism
US Conf. of Catholic Bishops: Issues and Action Topics. (Most research topics are here. You can also search if you don't see yours in the list.)
US Conf. of Catholic Bishops: Social Teaching Resources & Tools- Scroll Down. Includes articles on the death penalty, environment, peace (war), fair trade, poverty, and torture.
Pope Francis: Selected Quotes by Subject (Make note of citation information on first page.)
Papal Encyclicals
Opposing Viewpoints Database at Harris County Library: Excellent source! Perfect for the World View of your topic. If you do not have a library card, sign up for the digital card. They will email you the library card number. Then search the library for Opposing Viewpoints Database. If you don't live in Harris County, use the school's address 1800 W Grand Pkwy N Katy, TX. 77449
Bioethics Resources - Includes human dignity, organ donation & assisted suicide among others.
National Catholic Education Research Center - sort using list on left side. Includes abortion, contraception, marriage & assisted suicide.
The Public Discourse
Pope Francis: Selected Quotes by Subject (Make note of citation information on first page.)
Papal Encyclicals
Opposing Viewpoints Database at Harris County Library: Excellent source! Perfect for the World View of your topic. If you do not have a library card, sign up for the digital card. They will email you the library card number. Then search the library for Opposing Viewpoints Database. If you don't live in Harris County, use the school's address 1800 W Grand Pkwy N Katy, TX. 77449
Bioethics Resources - Includes human dignity, organ donation & assisted suicide among others.
National Catholic Education Research Center - sort using list on left side. Includes abortion, contraception, marriage & assisted suicide.
The Public Discourse
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Bioethics
Catholic Worker including Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin USCCB Committee Against Racism: covering intrinsic dignity of the human person as an antidote to the grave sin of racism. The Catholic Just War Tradition Death Penalty Information Center Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery - City of Houston Modern Day Slavery - Katy Couple ordered to pay enslaved nanny Human Trafficking Awareness from the Dept. of Homeland Security Catholic Church’s Position on Immigration Reform Justice for Immigrants Interview with Fr. Betz, Director of the Immigration and Refugee Services |
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Biblical Commentary Resources - Theo I
Conference of Bishops' Books of the Bible (USCCB)
Cantena Bible (Church Fathers)
Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary - Counts as print or web source
Biblical Commentary of Cornelius À Lapide - Counts a print or web source
Other possibilities:
Christian Classics Ethereal Library - Search by scripture passage
Catholic Resources - Felix Just, S.J. (catholic-resources.org)
Cantena Bible (Church Fathers)
Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary - Counts as print or web source
Biblical Commentary of Cornelius À Lapide - Counts a print or web source
Other possibilities:
Christian Classics Ethereal Library - Search by scripture passage
Catholic Resources - Felix Just, S.J. (catholic-resources.org)
Gospels - Theology II
Gospel of Matthew
- USCCB's New American Bible (It is the same translation as this one from The Vatican: The New American Bible)
- Gospel According to Matthew by Felix Just
- Agape Bible Study
- Catechism of the Catholic Church
- Revised Standard Version (RSV) Bible
- New Advent Bible
- Cantena Bible
Faith, Culture, Current Events
The following is a list of websites which may include opinion-based essays and articles. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Church or the personal views of your instructor. These should be critically evaluated by students.
First Things -this journal supports: -a religiously pluralistic society that defends human dignity from conception to natural death.
-a democratic, constitutionally ordered form of government supported by a religiously and morally serious culture.
-a vision of freedom that encourages a culture of personal and communal responsibility.
-loyalty to the Western tradition that provides a basis for responsible global citizenship.
Crisis Magazine - Crisis will analyze, discuss, and propose—from a variety of prudential positions— sane solutions to social and economic problems.
The Catholic Thing - Daily Opinion Essays from a Catholic Perspective
The Imaginative Conservative - an on-line journal for those who seek the True, the Good, and the Beautiful. It addressed culture, liberal learning, politics, political economy, literature, the arts and the American Republic.
Catholic Herald UK - a national Catholic weekly magazine of current affairs and culture based in the UK with some content covering America.
Crux Now -a news site dedicated to offering independent coverage of the Vatican and the Catholic Church.
New Advent - a collection of articles from around the web that discuss current Catholic issues
Word on Fire -a nonprofit global media apostolate that supports the work of Bishop Robert Barron through the use of contemporary forms of media and innovative communication technologies
The Public Discourse - an online journal where authors write on a wide array of topics in a variety of academic disciplines. They are united by a common commitment to the idea that truth exists, is knowable, and should inform our politics and culture.
Aleteia - offers a Christian vision of the world by providing general and religious content that is free from ideological influences.
First Things -this journal supports: -a religiously pluralistic society that defends human dignity from conception to natural death.
-a democratic, constitutionally ordered form of government supported by a religiously and morally serious culture.
-a vision of freedom that encourages a culture of personal and communal responsibility.
-loyalty to the Western tradition that provides a basis for responsible global citizenship.
Crisis Magazine - Crisis will analyze, discuss, and propose—from a variety of prudential positions— sane solutions to social and economic problems.
The Catholic Thing - Daily Opinion Essays from a Catholic Perspective
The Imaginative Conservative - an on-line journal for those who seek the True, the Good, and the Beautiful. It addressed culture, liberal learning, politics, political economy, literature, the arts and the American Republic.
Catholic Herald UK - a national Catholic weekly magazine of current affairs and culture based in the UK with some content covering America.
Crux Now -a news site dedicated to offering independent coverage of the Vatican and the Catholic Church.
New Advent - a collection of articles from around the web that discuss current Catholic issues
Word on Fire -a nonprofit global media apostolate that supports the work of Bishop Robert Barron through the use of contemporary forms of media and innovative communication technologies
The Public Discourse - an online journal where authors write on a wide array of topics in a variety of academic disciplines. They are united by a common commitment to the idea that truth exists, is knowable, and should inform our politics and culture.
Aleteia - offers a Christian vision of the world by providing general and religious content that is free from ideological influences.
Catholic Blog Examples
The Way of Beauty
New Liturgical Movement
Aleteia
Beginning Catholic: Catholic Morality
Scott Smith Blog: Holy Thursday Guide
Top 100 Catholic Blogs, Websites & Influencers
New Liturgical Movement
Aleteia
Beginning Catholic: Catholic Morality
Scott Smith Blog: Holy Thursday Guide
Top 100 Catholic Blogs, Websites & Influencers
Private Revelation
Divine Mercy
St. Faustina
Children of Fatima
Miraculous Medal
Lourdes, France
All about Mary - searchable
International Marian Institute - Miracles and Apparitions
Franciscan Media - search your saint
Bibliography - a list of books to consider for further research
St. Faustina
Children of Fatima
Miraculous Medal
Lourdes, France
All about Mary - searchable
International Marian Institute - Miracles and Apparitions
Franciscan Media - search your saint
Bibliography - a list of books to consider for further research
History of the Church
Search Voices of Early Christianity and the Catholic Encyclopedia using Gale.
MLA Citations provided! Download directly to your Google Drive.
Timelines
Timeline of Catholic Church 1-500 A.D.
Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Catholic Church Timeline
Christianity in View
PBS Frontline
Other Sources:
Fordham’s Ancient History Sourcebook – An excellent resource for primary source material. Click here to access information on Christian Origins.
Fordham's Medieval Sourcebook Full Text and Primary Sources includes Saints lives index.
Early Christian Authors
Early Christian Texts
Eastern Christianity
Bibliographies for Theology
Vatican Archaeology Research on Catacombs
2 Ebooks below covering Catacombs of Rome and Early Christian Art. Use the search boxes to find keywords within the texts.
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Saints
Franciscan Media's Saint of the Day (searchable)
Catholic Information Network: Alphabetical listing of saints plus other saint links.
Catholic Online: A saint’s index, faq’s, patron and popular saints, a list of feast days plus information about angels.
Catholic Saints A-Z (searchable)
Catholic Information Network: Alphabetical listing of saints plus other saint links.
Catholic Online: A saint’s index, faq’s, patron and popular saints, a list of feast days plus information about angels.
Catholic Saints A-Z (searchable)
Citing Religious Documents in MLA |
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The Holy Bible
Works Cited examples:
The Didache Bible: with Commentaries Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Midwest Theological Forum, Ignatius, 2014.
In-text citation examples:
The first time you cite a particular edition of scripture, include the beginning element from your works cited entry for the edition (usually the edition title), plus abbreviated book, chapter and verse. Subsequent citations from the same edition may include only the abbreviated book, chapter and verse.
"Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven whose sin is covered" (The Didache Bible, Ps. 32.1).
"Happy the man whose fault is forgiven, whose sin is blotted out" (The Jerusalem Bible, Ps. 32.1).
*NOTICE these are both from the same book, chapter and verse, but the words are different. This is why we use in-text citations.
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Note: cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
Catholic Church. Catechism of the Catholic Church. 2nd ed. Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2019.
In-text citation: (Catholic Church 2280) or (CCC 2280).
Papal Encyclicals
Note: cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
John Paul II. Encyclical Letter. Evangelium vitae. 25 Mar. 1995. w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031995_evangelium-vitae.html. Accessed 19 Apr. 2018.
In-text citation: (John Paul II, Evangelium vitae 14-16) --->paragraph or section number, not page number
Vatican II Documents
Note: Cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
Second Vatican Council. Lumen Gentium: Dogmatic Constitution on the Church Solemnly Promulgated by his Holiness Pope Paul VI. 21 Nov. 1964. https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19641121_lumen-gentium_en.html Accessed 19 Oct. 2021.
In-text citation: (LG 14-16) --->paragraph or section number, not page number
Publication from the USCCB
Catholic Church. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. A Place at the
Table: A Catholic Recommitment to Overcome Poverty and to Respect the
Dignity of all God's Children: A Pastoral Reflection of the U.S. Catholic Bishops.
USCCB, 2002.
Works Cited examples:
The Didache Bible: with Commentaries Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Midwest Theological Forum, Ignatius, 2014.
In-text citation examples:
The first time you cite a particular edition of scripture, include the beginning element from your works cited entry for the edition (usually the edition title), plus abbreviated book, chapter and verse. Subsequent citations from the same edition may include only the abbreviated book, chapter and verse.
"Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven whose sin is covered" (The Didache Bible, Ps. 32.1).
"Happy the man whose fault is forgiven, whose sin is blotted out" (The Jerusalem Bible, Ps. 32.1).
*NOTICE these are both from the same book, chapter and verse, but the words are different. This is why we use in-text citations.
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Note: cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
Catholic Church. Catechism of the Catholic Church. 2nd ed. Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2019.
In-text citation: (Catholic Church 2280) or (CCC 2280).
Papal Encyclicals
Note: cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
John Paul II. Encyclical Letter. Evangelium vitae. 25 Mar. 1995. w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031995_evangelium-vitae.html. Accessed 19 Apr. 2018.
In-text citation: (John Paul II, Evangelium vitae 14-16) --->paragraph or section number, not page number
Vatican II Documents
Note: Cite section or paragraph instead of page number.
Second Vatican Council. Lumen Gentium: Dogmatic Constitution on the Church Solemnly Promulgated by his Holiness Pope Paul VI. 21 Nov. 1964. https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19641121_lumen-gentium_en.html Accessed 19 Oct. 2021.
In-text citation: (LG 14-16) --->paragraph or section number, not page number
Publication from the USCCB
Catholic Church. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. A Place at the
Table: A Catholic Recommitment to Overcome Poverty and to Respect the
Dignity of all God's Children: A Pastoral Reflection of the U.S. Catholic Bishops.
USCCB, 2002.
