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With the passing of Pope John Paul II, there is much speculation about what the new pope will bring to the table.

Many people associate the Catholic religion and beliefs to be non-Christian, because of not knowing different things about it. Although the Catholic religion is considered to be Christ's true church, many people just don't know the facts about this religion.

The Catholic Church still maintains many of the rites and structure it did in the fourteenth century but it has changed immensely. It is the oldest religion attached to Christianity but has declined in recent centuries.

The Protestant and Catholic Churches are both Christian denominations, so why is there so much conflict between the two? This article will present some of the bigger issues facing the conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism.

It's the largest Christian religion in the world. But converting to Catholicism is hardly an easy process. Read on to find out how to determine if you're interested and what you must do to become a member of the Roman Catholic Church.

The historical Catholic Church had married priests and in some cases the current Catholic Church allows married priests. Why then is there such a concern over continuing celibacy in the Catholic Church? This is creating fringe groups.

Information on the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church.

During the medieval ages, the Catholic Church ruled with corruption. The Bubonic plague eventually destroyed the power of the Church and created a re-birth, the Renaissance.

A close, albeit brief, culture study of a Catholic Mass

It is naturally difficult to adequately define an institution as large and as old as the Catholic Church. But the job of definition is not made easier when the hierarchy is forced to move in such diverse directions in a single week.

A former Episcopalian Priest, who has been married for 44 years, was recently ordained as a Roman Catholic Priest. His ordination takes advantage of a little-known provision that allows married protestant clergy, to convert and enter the Catholic priesthood.

Pope Benedict XVI recently announced his belief that the Catholic Church is the one true Church and that it is through. This Church at human beings can find eternal salvation. But is it enough to simply say it?

At the beginning of the 17th century, the Roman Catholic Church was facing the erosion of its congregations stemming from the popularization of science, Protestant forces, civil unrest and economic warefare. (Kostof) If it was to remain one of the...

The Vatican has said that non-Catholics are suffering from a "wound" and do not belong to the true church, which is the Catholic Church.

Celibacy is often challenged by others who do not understand the Catholic Priesthood, yet alone the gift of celibacy itself. This article will help you to become more acquainted with why Catholic Priests are celibate and how their lives are different.

This is a compact, easy to understand guide on the Catholic sacrament of anointing the sick.

Most Catholics join the faith via infant baptism. But for adults wishing to join the Catholic faith there is a considerably longer and more demanding process.

Mary Daly's "The Church and the Second Sex" was a groundbreaking work in the realm of feminism, specifically regarding women's roles in the Church. The following is a summary of Daly's arguements.

Negativity has replaced the positive image people used to have of the Catholic Church and its good deeds.

What does the Catholic church in Mexico have to say about millions of their followers committing an illegal crime of immigration entry in a non-lawful manner?

While the Catholic Church is not the only Christian denomination, it would argue it is certainly historically the first. Despite recent setbacks it continues to occupy a pivotal place in Christianity

There are many aspects of the Catholic Mass, and design structure of Catholic churches that are taken from old pagan religions.

For over a year and a half, I have been attending Catholic services. Yet, I'm not a member of the Catholic Church nor do I plan to become one. Here is my reasoning.

The Protestant and Catholic religions share the same core belief that Jesus Christ died and rose for our sins. The two religions are all part of Christianity, so why not combine the two church services?

By approving a document saying non-Catholic Christian communities are either defective or not true churches, and the Roman Catholic Church provides the only true path to salvation, Pope Benedict leaves someone behind - Jesus!

The depth of breadth of the sexual abuse scandal in the Catholic Church in America would have been enough to destroy almost any other institution in America several times over. How can it be that the Catholic Church in America continues to exist?

Back in the time of King Henry the VIII the Catholic Church was gutsy so much so that it almost wiped the Catholics out when they clashed with the King.

Catholic Church Writing Legislation

For so many decades, the Church has openly and fervently declared the Bible to be literal truth and thus this announcement is not only a mere break with tradition-but a whole new era of religious thought that is beginning.

The articles addresses the issue of pedophile priests and the damage inflicted upon their victims years later.

Pope Benedict XVI's recent remark "Only Catholic Church is supreme" from the portals of the Vatican stirred yet another controversy. The latest got a swift criticism from the protestant community and unleashed a fresh debate.

Catholics consider themselves to be members of the oldest Christian church.

It seems more and more of the world is turning to youth oriented cultural icons, the Catholic church is no different. Recently, they announced a campaign that utilizes the youth generation's love of anime to draw them to the religion.

What is stem cell research? Why is the Roman Catholic Church opposing against a huge science research?

You may know that the Pope is seen as the head of the Catholic Church, but did you know that his authority is limited?

Evangelical pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, Chuck Smith, fielded several questions about Pope Benedict XVI's recent approval of a Catholic-centric document during the radio show Pastor's Perspective today.

When I wrote an article about not being Catholic, I couldn't have imagined that I would be confirmed a month later. Here is the story on how that happened.

A list and information on several Catholic Churches in Boston.

Why should folks be shocked that the Roman Catholic Church hasn't changed?

In a city known for industrial growth based on immigrant labor, Polish Americans made their mark by building two remarkable Polish Catholic churches. St. Stanislaus and St. Josaphat are landmarks in Milwaukee's rich Polish history.

There are not as many Catholic Churches in Boston as there used to be with parishes being closed and consolidated, but there are Catholic Churches in most of the neighborhoods of Boston.

Catholic University offers a liberal arts education and pre-professional preparation in a Catholic setting and atmosphere. But there is more here for students then just connecting with their Catholic identity.

Days of special observance on the Catholic liturgical calendar aren't limited to the periods surrounding Easter and Christmas. Read on to find out the remaining observances for 2008.

An overview of the causes of the Protestant Reformation and its effects, including the Catholic Reformation.

A compact, easy to understand guide on the Catholic sacraments of baptism and confirmation.

The PBS Frontline documentary The Hand of God is all the evidence you'll ever need to believe that since the Catholic Church won't do anything about pedophiles in their midst, the only possible answer is castration.

A review of several well attended and conveniently located Catholic Churches in San Diego.

Here is a complete listing of all the Catholic churches located in the city of Milwaukee, WI, that are current members of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.

While listening to the news on the radio, they announced that the Pope Benedict XVI has agreed to go back the Tridentine Mass. The Tridentine Mass was written during the 16th century and denounces all other religions.

Marcus Grodi is the host of a program called The Journey Home, which features people who have either converted to Catholicism from a variety of different religious traditions, or are lapsed Catholics who have resumed practicing Catholicism.

Highlights the overall goals of St. Mary's school in educting Pre-K-6th grae students. Includes my personal observations and opinions as a parent.

Easter is the major feast day in the Catholic church.

A compact, easy to understand guide on the Catholic sacrament of the Eucharist.

A brief history of the Holy Cross Church parish in New Franken, Wisconsin and its relation to general immigration and how the frontier was developed.

An explanation of the Catholic Church's decision to discuss the future position on limbo, what it means and why this discussion is happening.

How is the Church really handling the scandal?

On August 8, 1910, Pope St. Pius X issued the decree for Quam Singulari, which allowed a child who had attained the age of reason (about seven years of age) to receive the sacrament of Penance and to receive the Holy Eucharist.

A brief summary of the spread of Christianity from the time of the Book of Acts until the 20th century

Luther began his ecclesiastical career as an Augustinian Monk in the Roman Catholic Church. Consequently, Luther was initially loyal to the papacy, and even after many theological conflicts, he attempted to bring about his reconciliation with the Church.

A critical look at the Catholic Church and its' actions involving the sex abuse scandal

The Roman Catholic Church is in crisis but continues to bury its head in the sand. Is it time for American Catholics to demand reform or cut their ties with the church?

For a brief period in the 15th century, the Catholic church had three men who all claimed to be the legitimate popes of the church.

Castrating young boys to ensure their high voices began in the first century AD, but flourished under the reign of the Catholic Church.

While the Catholic Church has long denied knowing about Rev. Donald McGuire's pedophilia, new documents being made public on Monday indicate that at least ten separate church officials were aware of McGuire's transgressions.

This article examines the decline of the political clout of the Catholic Church through the Middle Ages up through the Renaissance.

When the sexual abuse scandal exploded across the United States the devastation was visited on both the victims and the Catholic Church. The hard work of organizations like "Catholic Charities" have helped to rescue the Church from what some thought was disaster.

You don't hear much about Pope Paul VI who reigned as Pope from 1963-1978. He should be studied more by religious scholars--because while he may have been accused of being indecisive--he at least was a thinking man who desired a middle ground...

While many would think that the 21st century is attempting to change the Catholic faith by adding women leaders, Biblical scholars, religious artifacts and Bible passages show that during the first few centuries of the Catholic faith, women were leaders.

While Catholic teaching tells us to embrace all in loving brotherhood, there is that nagging feeling that homosexuals are only half embraced.

Many find searching for a church to be tiresome and confusing. These suggestions will help to make finding a good church enjoyable and stress-free!

Christian church history is fascinating. Read this article to learn reasons why people study church history and learn tips for studying it yourself.

Comedians today do not know how to entertain without insulting and denegrating our government, our nation, and those of faith.

Alistair Kee wrote that Constantine the Great conquered the Christian church "without a threat or a blow." How did he do this? By embracing it. We can see the same thing happening in America.

The American Episcopal Church is experiencing stress to its very core. Despite the attempts by many on both sides of divisive issues the number of churches determining to leave the American Episcopal Church Continues to grow.

Many McDonald's customers have no idea that the Filet-O-Fish was created as a result of a certain Catholic tradition.

Over 100 bodies of people venerated by the Roman Catholic Church are displayed around the world. Some are centuries old.

In the Catholic faith if you get married outdoors instead of in the church, or as our religious leaders like to call it "The House of God," you marriage will not be recognized by the church.

Originally a former gravedigger came forward with new allegations towards the Archdiocese of Boston. Hear what the Catholic Church had to say, and what's going to be done.

Christianity is supposed to be about Love, Respect and Self-Control. Instead the church promotes hatred. In this research paper I talk about The Problem with Christianity, The Real Message of Christianity, Misunderstandings and The Psychology of True Christianity.

In the ninth century Pope Gregory VIII decreed that clerics of the church shall not be married. That opened the floodgates to those who could easily then manipulate peoples' sexual moral fabric towards guilt and shame

Rev. Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping is leading the way for the burgeoning anticonsumer industry in America that views buying from companies that operate sweatshops with disdain.

There is a time for music that has people tapping their toes and having (gasp!) a good time at church.

Christmas Eve is a great time to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. If you are looking for a church in the Milwaukee area here are some suggestions.

This article gives information and quick facts on eight of the largest and most beautiful Catholic churches in Boston, Massachusetts

The naked truth of this matter is the fact that not that long ago this activity was known as streaking and was quite entertaining.

Records available from church and cemeteries are: marriage, baptism, christening, and burial records. Some contain membership information for entire families. Some cemeteries have burial plots of families for generations.

Oppression, fear, and rejection: these are all themes within the Metropolitan Community Church. Their ultimate concern is to combat the negative concepts of gays and lesbians and offer a religious view that promotes acceptance.

An atheist's point of view on being raised Catholic.

Will Pope Benedict XVI's involvement in U.S. politics destroy his church in America?

Especially prevalent in families with a Slovak background - Polish, Ukrainian, Czech, Russian - the blessing of Easter baskets has been a Catholic ritual for centuries and is a tradition many families carry on with every year, even if they aren't regular churchgoers.

A brief and detailed overview of the Catholic Counter Reformation.

On September 8, Catholics celebrate the birth of the Virgin Mary and reflect on the meaning of sanctity. What does it take to become a saint in the Catholic tradition.

Did you even know that The Golden Compass is supposed to be atheist propaganda? Neither did I. Now I do, thanks to the Catholic League.

No need to feel isolated, online support group for Catholic Blended Families will help.

In a city with hundreds of churches, most of which are architectural gems, three churches in Chicago have been chosen by t