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Hawaii Online: Lateran Pacts of 1929

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides the actual full text of the Lateran Treaty that Benito Mussolini made with the Vatican.
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Article
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Seton Hall University: Toleration and Religious Liberty

For Students 9th - 10th
This essay from the Seton Hall University describes the transition from intolerance of Catholics to religious liberty in America.
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Website
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Catholic Educator's Resource Center

For Students 9th - 10th
A great portal site for Catholic educators, provideding articles and links on many different areas of Catholicism.
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Article
PBS

Pbs Online News Hour: Cardinal Bernardin: In Memoriam

For Students 9th - 10th
A transcript of a newscast after Cardinal Bernardin's death. Includes facts about him and responses to his life from many prominent Catholics. Click over to the interview with him by Clarence Page.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: The Moral and Canonical Aspects of Marriage

For Students 9th - 10th
This New Advent article reviews the various aspects of the sacrament of Marriage from the point of view of the canon law of the Catholic Church. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Mixed Marriage

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry on the marriage of a Catholic to a person from another religious tradition. This article was written from a Catholic point of view. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should...
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Vatican

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC features an overview on the small independent state of the Vatican City including key facts, historical background, and information on political leaders and the news media. Also provides links to recent news stories on the Pope.
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Website
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Catholic Exchange

For Students 9th - 10th
A very large resource with dozens of channels and articles all realted to the Catholic faith. In addition, there are a large number of columnists listed.
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Website
Other

Liberation Theology and Land Reform

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides an explanation of the Liberation Theology movement that swept through Latin American Catholicism to liberate the poor from economic and social oppression.
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Website
Britain Express

Britain Express: History: Medieval Britain: Medieval Monasteries in England

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides details on monastery life in Medieval England.
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Other

The History of Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a detailed history of the Italians and their role in European history.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Priesthood

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an extensive article about the history, theology and practice of priests. Content includes a focus on the Pagan Priesthood, Jewish Priesthood, and Christian Priesthood. Biblical perspectives are included. Please note that ?The...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Priest

For Students 9th - 10th
This article takes a look at the nature and background of priests in the Roman Catholic tradition. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Cardinal

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at this high office of the Roman Catholic Church. It is the cardinals that will elect a Pope when necessary. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Bishop

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the history and use of the office of Bishop in the Roman Catholic tradition. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Crosier

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the crosier, or pastoral staff, which is symbolic of the office of bishop in the Roman Catholic tradition. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Cathedra

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the cathedra, or throne, that is symbolic of the Bishop's role of leadership in the Roman Catholic Church. This site includes links to sites with related information. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Deacons

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the origins, history and liturgical role of the deacon in the Roman Catholic Church. This site includes links to sites with related information. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Deaconesses

For Students 9th - 10th
This article takes a look at the possibility that women served in the role of deacon in the early Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Archbishop

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the history and role of the Archbishop in the hierarchical structure of the Roman Catholic Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Curated OER

Pope Francis I, Jorge Mario Bergoglio

For Students 9th - 10th
Pope Francis I, Jorge Mario Bergoglio.