The Catholic Church
(updated Tue. June 13,, 2017)
The Catholic Church
Catholic means “universal.”
The Catholic Church is the one true Church that was directly founded by Jesus Christ.
The Roman Catholic Church was founded when Jesus laid the foundation for our faith by saying to Peter, the first pope, “You are rock, and upon this rock I will build My Church.”
If you are Catholic and have been away from the Church, or if you just want to learn more, visit: http://www.catholicscomehome.org/
See also: “Rediscovering Catholicism,” by Matthew Kelly.
http://www.rediscoveringcatholicism.org/
This page provides links to some of the many Church-related sites that I have found personally valuable.
The Vatican’s website:
http://www.vatican.va/ ... see also http://www.youtube.com/vatican
Faith is what we believe.
We believe in God’s love for us so much that He sent His own son to die for our sins, that we may live a life that gets us to heaven.
We believe in the beauty of His Creation, which is all around us.
It’s easy to get distracted from the things we believe, to get focused doing things.
We need prayers throughout each day to remind us that God is most important.
Technology can be used for work, and for fun.
Technology can also be used to help you grow in your faith.
The links shared on this site are shared to help you deepen your faith, but seeing the sites alone is not enough... enter into a prayer relationship with God so He can bring you closer to Him and His Love.
Some Church Instagram groups worth following are:
https://www.instagram.com/newsva/
https://www.instagram.com/franciscus/
https://instagram.com/catholicconnect/
https://instagram.com/vatican_rome/
https://instagram.com/vaticanolasantasede/
Pope Paul VI Audience Hall:
https://instagram.com/explore/locations/533166665/
https://instagram.com/catholic_imagery/
https://instagram.com/archstl1/
https://instagram.com/prolifestl/
https://instagram.com/explore/tags/catholicstl/
https://instagram.com/ewtnmedia/
https://instagram.com/catholicanswers/
St. Louisans live on both sides of the Mississippi River, in Missouri and in Illinois, and we are served by either:
The Belleville Diocese (IL): http://www.diobelle.org
The St. Louis Archdiocese (MO): http://www.archstl.org/
“Mission
As Catholics in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in communion with the Bishop of Rome, we are called by our Lord Jesus Christ to be His Church and live His Gospel. With joy, we strive to fulfill our Baptismal calling by prayer and worship, teaching and sharing our faith, serving others, and fostering unity in diversity. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the responsible stewardship of all God's gifts.”
The St. Louis Archdiocesan newspaper, “The St. Louis Review,” is at:
The St. Louis Archdiocesan magazine, “Catholic St. Louis,” is at:
http://www.catholicstlouis.com
Holy Infant Church, and School, in Ballwin:
http://www.holyinfantballwin.org/
St. Louis Catholic Men For Christ Conference:
http://www.catholicmenforchrist.org
St. Louis Catholic Women For Christ Conference:
http://www.catholicwomenforchrist.org/
One parishioner’s Archdiocesan blog:
Week of Guided Prayer:
http://www.weekofguidedprayer.org/
The Body of Christ Outreach (HQ in All Saints, St. Peters):
http://www.bodyofchristoutreach.org/
Vatican International Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles of the World:
http://www.bodyofchristoutreach.org/exhibit.htm
Eucharistic Miracles:
http://www.therealpresence.org/
We are blessed in St. Louis to have many beautiful churches, and the beauty of all is to help each of us better appreciate the beauty of God and all he provides us.
The “New Cathedral,” the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, is one of many examples. It is one of the largest mosaic collections in the western hemisphere.
You can see a sample of its beauty at:
http://cathedralstl.org/parish/online-tour/
Some Catholic Apps worth downloading include:
Divine Mercy
Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception
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01/01/2011
The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception, who have promoted the authentic message of Divine Mercy since 1941, are pleased to release the OFFICIAL Divine Mercy App.
This FREE app offers the complete Divine Mercy message and devotion in an easy to navigate format. The app has three main chapters with these features:
THE MESSAGE
•Introduction to the message of Divine Mercy
•Biography of St. Faustina
•Hundreds of quotes from the Diary of St. Faustina organized according to themes.
•Divine Mercy Timeline
•Collection of the top 10 quotes on Divine Mercy from the “Mercy Popes”: John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI
•List of recommended Divine Mercy resources
THE DEVOTION
•Interactive Chaplet of Divine Mercy with an audio option
•Detailed explanation of the three ways to observe the Hour of Great Mercy
•Stations of the Cross, complete with images and the text of St. Faustina’s Way of the Cross
•Images of Divine Mercy
•Explanation of the Feast of Divine Mercy, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday, complete with answers to frequently asked questions
•Novena to Divine Mercy and other popular Divine Mercy prayers
MERCY PLUS
•Information about the Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception
•Introduction to the Association of Marian Helpers
•Links to the award-winning Marian Helper magazine
•Information about Divine Mercy apostolates
•Information about the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy, including pilgrimage information and spiritual renewal opportunities
•Frequently updated articles on the message of Divine Mercy
•A link to the online religious catalog of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception
According to Pope John Paul II, “There is nothing that man needs more than Divine Mercy.” Moreover, Pope Benedict XVI said, “Devotion to Divine Mercy is not a secondary devotion, but an integral dimension of a Christian’s faith and prayer.”
Get this app, and discover why the message of Divine Mercy is the largest grassroots movement in the history of the Catholic Church.
Divine Mercy — Love it. Live it. Tell a friend.
You have not been added to any email lists.
Copyright ©2014 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
iPhone link:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/divine-mercy/id410696366?mt=8
Also available on Android:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacobsmedia.divinem
A separate Android version that includes a map showing others praying the Chaplet through the app elsewhere in the world:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jasp.coronilladivinamisericordia
Catholic STL - Archdiocese of St. Louis
Archdiocese of St. Louis
Lifestyle
Mar 2, 2011
Catholic STL provides the easiest way for the faithful of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, MO to find parish information, mass and sacrament times, and see what's happening in the Church in St. Louis!
You can view parishes on a map, search for parishes around you, and see Mass, Reconciliation and Adoration times. You can view the latest news from the Archdiocese, and you can see and send in your own prayers. This App is a great way to keep you connected to the Archdiocese and to your Catholic faith on the go!
You have not been added to any email lists.
Copyright ©2014 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
iPhone link:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/catholic-stl-archdiocese-st./id422420472?mt=8
Also available on Android:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.figleaf.archstl_phonegap
EWTN / Catholic Radio broadcasts in St. Louis on
AM 1460 KHOJ - Heart of Jesus Radio
You can listen live via:
Miriam Technologies
Lifestyle
Mar 24, 2014
Covenant Network allows you to listen to quality Catholic radio programming 24x7 on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. The app shows what's currently playing and helps you stay in touch with us.
You have not been added to any email lists.
Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
iPhone link:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/covenant-network/id843023695?mt=8
Also available on Android:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.miriamtech.covenantnetwork
The Pope App
Your gateway to the latest news and information on Pope Francis.
iPhone link:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/the-pope-app/id593468235?mt=8
Also available on Windows 10 & 8:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-US/store/Apps/The-Pope-App/9NBLGGH0DJ70
EWTN Eternal Word Television Network
The Bible... and Watch Live, follow the Pope on TV, and more
Some Daily emails worth subscribing to include these through Flocknote:
Gospels in a Year:
Catechism in a Year:
http://flocknote.com/catechism
Divine Mercy Daily:
http://flocknote.com/divinemercy
Marriage
A natural institution and a Sacrament...
http://faithcatholicdigital.com/publication/index.php?i=96638&m=&l=&p=18&pre=&ver=flex
From the U.S. Council of Catholic Bishops...
...For Your Marriage,
...Love and Life in the Divine Plan
http://usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/marriage/love-and-life/
...Promotion and Defense of Marriage
http://usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/marriage/promotion-and-defense-of-marriage/
“The Art of Marriage,” a program from Family Life presented at Holy Infant in February 2012.
http://www.familylife.com/site/c.dnJHKLNnFoG/b.6149579/k.EA2E/The_Art_of_Marriage.htm
NFP / Natural Family Planning Resources
Humanae Vitae, from Pope Paul VI, via EWTN’s website:
http://www.ewtn.com/library/ENCYC/P6HUMANA.HTM
Pope Paul Vi Institute for the Study of Human Reproduction:
The Creighton Model, over 98% effective:
http://www.creightonmodel.com/
NFP and more - http://nfpandmore.org
“Natural Family Planning (NFP) is not contraception. NFP gives a married couple a way to space out childbirths and limit the total number of children. But it does not give the couple complete control over procreation. Even when the couple prayerfully decides to limit their family size, or to wait before having another child, NFP is open to the possibility of life and to the will of God. NFP is used in a moral and praiseworthy manner when the couple, though making responsible decisions about family size, are still willing to accept an unplanned child from God's Providence. ”
as noted at http://www.natural-family-planning.info/
NFP, from The U.S. Council of Catholic Bishops:
“NFP reflects the dignity of the human person within the context of marriage and family life, promotes openness to life, and recognizes the value of the child. By respecting the love-giving and life-giving natures of marriage, NFP can enrich the bond between husband and wife.”
http://usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/
NFP also facilitates much more open communication between a couple, in all aspects of their marriage.
Theology of The Body (TOTB), from Pope John Paul II:
http://foryourmarriage.org/the-theology-of-the-body-according-to-pope-john-paul-ii/
George Weigel’s take on TOTB
http://www.tobinstitute.org/page.asp?ContentID=5
“George Weigel, author of Witness to Hope: The Biography of Pope John Paul II, calls this papal study of human sexuality “one of the boldest reconfigurations of Catholic theology in centuries” – a “theological time-bomb set to go off with dramatic consequences ...perhaps in the twenty-first century.” At this point the Pope’s vision of sexual love “has barely begun to shape the Church’s theology, preaching, and religious education.” But when it does, Weigel predicts, “it will compel a dramatic development of thinking about virtually every major theme in the Creed” (pp. 336, 343, 853).”
Christopher West - Body Language: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/christopher-west-body-language/id288419455
Love and Responsibility (Pope John Paul II’s predecessor to his own “Theology of The Body”) Lecture Series: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/love-responsibility-lecture/id360257105 and http://loveandresponsibility.podbean.com/
Rosary Army podcast: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=73330923
in the RA#21 (9/9/05) episode they share how they came to understand and follow NFP
many other topics are also covered
Theology of the Body at the Street Level: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/theology-body-at-street-level/id361041864
Christopher West’s TOTB Website: http://www.christopherwest.com/
The Architecture of Catholic Churches
Did you ever wonder why Catholic Churches have the shapes they do?
All of the reasons are heavenly in nature, as the purpose of a Church is for man, to lift our eyes up, to see God, and to aspire to be with him always.
These links are just some that provide insights into why Catholic Churches are built the way they are:
“Heaven in Stone and Glass: Experiencing the Spirituality of Great Cathedrals”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2&v=atZkOyfIfo4
By: Fr. Robert Barron, of Word on Fire Ministries
Now Auxiliary Bishop Archdiocese of Los Angeles (the City of the Angels)
http://mundeleinseminary.org/article/fr-robert-barron-named-auxiliary-bishop-of-los-angeles/
“In Catholic Church Architecture, Tradition Shouldn’t Be Ignored”
http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/in-catholic-church-architecture-tradition-shouldnt-be-ignored/
“O Ancient Beauty Ever New - Thinking About Sacramental Architecture”
http://officialcatholicdirectory.com/special-feature-article/sacramental-architecture.html
“6 Types of Catholic Churches: The Basics”
http://www.stpeterslist.com/5809/6typesofchurches/
The Institute for Sacred Architecture (magazine)
http://www.sacredarchitecture.org
with this article/script of a sermon
Shall We Build for Christ this Temple?
by The Most Rev. John J. Glennon, appearing in Volume 26
http://www.sacredarchitecture.org/articles/shall_we_build_for_christ_this_temple/
Actually... all that we do should give glory to God... including the arts, music, etc.
http://www.thesacredarts.org/links.html
&
http://www.thesacredarts.org/architecture.html
Rome of the West
Catholic St. Louis: A Pictorial History
http://www.amazon.com/Catholic-St-Louis-Pictorial-History/dp/1933370831
&
http://www.reedypress.com/bookstore.php?pg=0
Romanesque and Gothic Church designs/styles
http://learningfromhistory.wikispaces.com/file/view/Romanesque+and+Gothic+Art+and+Arch_BY.pdf
Great Cathedrals and Churches in Europe
That Man Is You (TMIY) Men’s Leadership Program
TMIY is a very valuable program offered through Holy Infant Church, and elsewhere around the US.
from http://www.paradisusdei.org/tmiy/pdf/TMIYbrochure041707.pdf, p. 4
from http://www.paradisusdei.org/tmiy/pdf/TMIYbrochure041707.pdf, p. 5
That Man Is You:
http://www.paradisusdei.org/tmiy/
Find a Location:
http://www.paradisusdei.org/tmiy/find.asp?varstate=n
Paradisius Dei / TMIY YouTube channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/PDTMIY
Gloria.tv (“Catholic youtube”) - “the more catholic the better”
Fr. Corapi’s Conversion Story, Condensed:
http://en.gloria.tv/?media=2830
CATHOLIC PODCASTS
Arinze - Podcasting with a Vatican Official (TOTB): http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/arinze-podcasting-vatican/id78456349
Catholic Answers Live - http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=129684370
Catholic Men's Podcasts, Channel 2: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=301634074
Christopher West - Body Language: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/christopher-west-body-language/id288419455
Dr. James Dobbins Catholic Apologetics: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=266538632
EWTN: Mother Angelica Classic: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=116259407
EWTN: Today's Homily: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=120958159
God and the mystery of the Universe, from Vatican Astronomer Prof. Consolmagno: http://deimos3.apple.com/WebObjects/Core.woa/Browse/sandiego.edu.2135777319.02135777324
Related:
Adler (Planetarium) Mix - Episode 3 - “The Galileo Wars” interview with
Br. Consolmagno: http://www.adlerpodcast.com/adlermix/adler_mix.xml
Commonweal - Paul Lauritzen interviews Br. Guy Consolmagno:
http://commonweal.podbean.com/feed
Grace Before Meals: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=280739378
Jesus, I Trust in You (DIvine Mercy Chaplet): http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-i-trust-in-you/id334695919
Love and Responsibility (Pope John Paul II’s predecessor to his own “Theology of The Body”) Lecture Series: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/love-responsibility-lecture/id360257105 and http://loveandresponsibility.podbean.com/
Magnificat Anima Mea Domino: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/magnificat-anima-mea-domino/id359949798
The ManlyCatholic Podcast: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=271081292
Meditations from Carmel (from right here in STL): http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=168267473
Natural Family Planning, A Catholic Series from Rosary Army and SQPN: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=263012127
Pope John Paul II - His Life and Thought: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pope-john-paul-ii-his-life/id73893234
The Reason for our Hope (Father Larry Richard's podcast): http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=291706389
Rosary Army podcast: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=73330923
the four Mysteries of the rosaries were posted 10/5/05
in the RA#21 (9/9/05) episode they share how they came to understand and follow NFP
many other topics are also covered
Saint of the Day (from Franciscan radio): http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=162256149
The SaintCast: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=129577744
the verdict is out on this podcast because while the first episode about Padre Pio, was quite informative, at least for me, the second one about St. Joseph seemed off-base.
Theology of the Body at the Street Level: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/theology-body-at-street-level/id361041864
This Week in Church (TWIC): http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/twic-this-week-in-church/id159233118
Word on Fire Sermon Podcast, from Fr. Robert Barron (also of The Catholicism Project)
http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/word-on-fire-sermon-podcast/id75551187
http://wordonfire.org/cmspages/podcast.aspx
Catholic-related Links
Catholics Come Home: http://www.catholicscomehome.org/
Archbishop Fulton Sheen: http://www.fultonsheen.com/ // http://www.youtube.com/user/FultonJSheen
Fr. John Corapi: http://www.fathercorapi.com/ // http://www.youtube.com/user/FatherCorapi // see also below, under TMIY Week 10
Theology of the Body, by Pope John II: http://www.tobinstitute.org/
Christopher West’s TOTB Website: http://www.christopherwest.com/
EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network):
http://ewtn.com/ // http://ewtn.com/tv/index.asp // http://ewtn.com/radio/index.asp
EWTN Radio / AM 1460 KHOJ / AM 1080 WRYT:
KHOJ goes to a much-reduced signal in the evenings, and sister station WRYT in Edwardsville goes off the air at dusk, but the car picks them up pretty well around town; home radios are sketchy. They also broadcast online: http://66.138.135.77:8000/listen.pls (looks to link through iTunes)
This radio antenna does a wonderful job with the signal, almost fully elimination any static:
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2405978
Covenant Network’s schedule is at: http://covenantnet.net/content/WRYT-DSchedule.pdf
Fatima: http://www.fatima.org/
Other sites I’ve come across: http://homepage.mac.com/vanvooren/Catholic%20Church.html
Digital Evangelization
"The Vatican is launching iPhone and Facebook applications in an effort to help Catholics, especially younger generations, use new technologies to create a culture of dialogue, respect and friendship."
per http://stlouisreview.com/article/2009-05-21/vatican-launches-iphone-facebook-applications-comm
YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/vatican
facebook app: http://apps.facebook.com/popetoyou/
iPhone app: http://www.pope2you.net/index.php?id_testi=6
Read also in http://www.pope2you.net/download/44_GMCS_Eng.pdf
St. Louis IX (9th), for whom our city is named, is the subject of the homily on August 25, 2009: http://ewtn.edgeboss.net/download/ewtn/audiolibrary/th_08252009.mp3 / Download
Vatican Announces Internet Resources, Twitter Accounts
http://archstl.org/archstl/post/vatican-announces-internet-resources-twitter-accounts
“Best of the Catholic Web”:
http://www.osv.com/tabid/7621/itemid/6762/OSVs-Catholic-Guide-to-the-Internet--Readers-ch.aspx
“Catholic smart phone apps, downloads add new dimension to faith life:”:
http://www.osv.com/tabid/7621/itemid/6750/Catholic-smart-phone-apps-downloads-add-new-dimen.aspx
“Internet Missionaries”:
http://www.osv.com/tabid/7621/itemid/6751/Editorial-Catholics-must-be-missionaries-on-the-d.aspx
