Roman Catholics
Kathryn Morse
Articles
Beginning a Marriage Annulment
Wondering what's involved in beginning a marriage annulment in the Catholic Church? Here's a list of questions that you will be asked.
Three questions Catholics are asked: "Why do you pray to Mary instead of God?" "Do you believe that Jesus is the Savior?" and "What is the scriptural basis for Purgatory?"
St. Francis of Assisi is famous for his special way with animals. Review a few of the legends and use the links for more indepth research about the Patron Saint of Ecology. St. Francis, pray for us.
Pope Clement XI: Leading Catholicism 1700-1721
A short biographical article of the first pope of the 18th century. A brilliant man, Pope Clement XI was first a scholar and administrator before being drafted into service at the Vatican. He brought the Church into the 18th century, guiding Her through controversies and making changes that still effect us ...
E-Mail: Why is Christ Still on the Cross in Catholicism?
A response to an e-mail asking for an "official" reason why Catholics use a crucifix and Protestants an empty cross. I checked all the official documents I could find on the net, and found no official reason. This is what I have heard and know.
The Joy of the Mass, Part 2: Holy Communion
Belief in transubstantiation, the changing of bread and wine to the body and blood of Jesus, separates Protestants and Catholics. The author, a convert, talks about her conversion to this Catholic belief and shares a passage from the Catechism that beautifully defines "Holy Communion" in many words common to both Protestants ...
Fathers, St. Joseph is Our Model
by David Came. St. Joseph, the most silent member of Holy Family, is an example for men, especially for fathers. He was a man of faith and prayer, a provider and protector, known for his humility.
Henri J. M. Nouwen and The Return of the Prodigal Son
Nouwen called
us out from our comfortable areas to be more
genuine children of God. And he comforted the
troubled in a unique way that was a gift of God. Nouwen consistently confronted his own humanity, and took himself and his readers to God, the Great Physician, for counsel.
Passover: Celebration Ideas for Christians
Spend an hour with a class or family group exploring the Jewish celebration of Passover. Some background and ideas to adapt to your situation. Plus, Catholic links for further reading.
Suffering: A Collection of Prayers, Quotes and Scriptures
In this materialistic and comfort filled age, we
are losing Church teachings on suffering. Here are
some basic Bible verses and quotations to get the
the basics of this subject.
More about communion of the saints - intercession of the saints, patron saints AND the St. Catherine's.
Liturgical Dressing: Color Mine Green
Liturgical dressing. No, its not a Southern (USA) recipe using corn meal. Its a way of making daily choices for clothing. This article concentrates on the wearing of green to remind us of Christian growth.
Preparing for Lent: The Sorrowful Mysteries
A review of the Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary.
Plus other related items: The Seven Sorrows
of Mary and a link to the Pope's 1999 Lenten
Message. And where to get free rosary tapes.
The editor, a convert writes about her experiences with and love of the the Roman Catholic Mass, its liturgical features and educational components.
New Year's Fantasies (Not Resolutions)
I'm not making New Year's Resolutions. But I am engaging in New Year's Fantasies. Here's mine. What are your New Year's dreams?
Does all the cheerfulness of Christmas get on your
already frayed nerves? Are you overwhelmed or even
puzzled by all the Christmas activities? If so,
join me for a few thoughts about Christmas.
Since Pope Paul VI released the new mass in the vernacular, there have been persons wanting to restore the Tridentine (or traditional) Mass. What information is on the internet about this issue?
Montfortian Spirituality: How I Got Started
What is St. Louis de Montfort's consecration to Jesus through Mary? How one convert is learning about and growing in Montfortian spirituality.
All Saints and All Souls Feast Days
The Catholic Feasts of All Saints (November 1) and All Souls (November 2) are compared to Halloween and explained.
Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a Catholic "picture" with symbols. The crown of thorns around the Heart of Jesus means that our sins hurt Him; the wound is made by His enemies; the flames are His burning love for us; and the cross is our redemption. This article is about ...
Patron Saints for Back-to-School
Four patron saints for education. For students: St. Catherine of Alexandria and St. Thomas Aquinas. For techers: Pope St. Gregory I (The Great) and St. John the Baptist de la Salle
A history of the Catholic prayer and devotional practice called the rosary. Plus links to help you pray.
Part of the "Theology for the Laity" series by Fr. Paul Duffner, Director of the Rosary Center
How a young widow with five children
helped start the U.S. parochial school
system and became the first canonized
saint born in the United States
Why we homeschool and a list of internet resources for Catholic families.
Web sites for and by Catholic fathers, a prayer, a story and poem.
Pentecost: Experiences with the Holy Spirit
The Biblical account of the first
Pentecost interspersed with the writer's
experiences and commentary
Divine Mercy: Jesus, I Trust in You
On Good Friday some Roman Catholics will
begin a
Divine Mercy novena. What is it?
Easter fun and Easter serious.
A brief history of St. Patrick. Plus a description of the canonization process to be a Saint.
An overview of Mary's influence on the
Church from the conception to the
present.
Catechism of the Catholic Church - A Layperson's View: Part 2
More serious than Part 1. The author's favorite quotes from the Catechism. What "stood out" in the document to her.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church - A Layperson's Review: Part 1
An almost whimsical article to help people feel at home with this large new Roman Catholic Catechism