Church History, Music, Shrines

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CHURCH HISTORY

History of the Catholic Church – New Advent
The Catholic Encyclopedia summarizes the history of the Catholic Church, with numerous links to related articles.

History of the Church - Wilkipedia
History of the Catholic Church from its founding by Jesus Christ through the 21st century. Numerous links to related articles.

Documents of Church History
From the web site of the U.S. Catholic Historical Society – writings of the Fathers of the Church and Saints of the Middle Ages

Church History Links
Links to numerous articles on Catholic Church history. Recommended for teachers.

A History of the Church Councils
Councils from 325 AD-1870 AD

The Church
Links to articles on the history and authority of the Catholic Church, apostolic succession of Popes from St. Peter, etc.

Tradition in the Catholic Church
Meaning and importance of tradition in the Church over the centuries and in our present day.

Doctors of the Catholic Church
Biographies of the Doctors of the Church and reflections on ways they impacted Church history. Links to related sites.

Writings of the Church Fathers

2000 Years of Catholic Church Writings
Links to English translations presented in full text:

Faith of Our Fathers
Story of Catholics during the American Revolution

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SHRINES AND HOLY PLACES-
WORLDWIDE AND THE U.S.

Cyber Tour of Jerusalem and Sites in the Holy Land
Photos and description of the Holy Places and a history of these sites through the centuries.

Bible Places
Features over 4,500 photographs and descriptions of sites in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey and Greece with an emphasis on biblical archaeology, geography and history.

Christian Catacombs in Rome
Provides an historical background on the ancient catacombs or burial places in Rome. Pictures of the catacombs and the story of their connection to early Church history and martyrs.

Links to Photos and Articles on Churches and Sites in Rome

Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Lourdes France
Visit Lourdes; post an e-mail prayer petition at the grotto; view the grotto, basilica and read about pilgrimages from all parts of the world.

Fatima Network - Shrine of Fatima, Portugal
Tells the story of Fatima and the messages of the Blessed Mother.

Medjugorje, Yugoslavia

Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Paris, France
Take a cyber tour of the basilica and learn of its long history and the many saints who have visited it over the centuries.

Catholic Shrines USA
Catholic shrines throughout the United States

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CHURCH MUSIC ON THE INTERNET

Christian Music in MIDI Format
Popular and traditional hymns

Gregorian Chant
Chant from the Benedictine monks of the Abbey of Solesmes in France

Jubilate Domino
Catholic liturgical music - free MIDI and sheet music downloads

Gregorian Chant on the Internet
Links to sites with chant or information about Gregorian chant

Laura's Midi Heaven - Christian Music
A large selection of Christian hymns and music in MIDI format

Cyber Hymnal
Over 3100 hymns in MIDI format. Includes lyrics, scores, history, photos, etc

Ignation Spirituality in Music
Music and supportive materials for retreats and liturgies - information, sheet music and listen to music online.

Lift Up Your Hearts
Links to web sites dealing with church music and the kinetic arts – chant, hymns, liturgical music, choir, sacred dance, music publishers, etc.

Taizé Music
MP3, Wave and Real Audio clips of music by the monks at Taizé in France.

Links to Sites on Christian Music

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