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ASSAULTS AGAINST THE SACRAMENTS (slideshow)
Learn about the three main historical heresies that attacked the Church's sacramental system: Albigensianism, Protestantism, and Jansenism.

THE ASSUMPTION OF MARY (slideshow - see also The Tomb of the Virgin Mary)
Uncover the biblical and historical foundations of this beautiful and essential Church teaching.

THE CANON OF SCRIPTURE (slideshow)
Who decided which books belong in the Bible? Explore the centuries-long process by which the Bible became the book we cherish in the Church today.

THE COMMUNION OF ANGELS & SAINTS (slideshow)
A thorough explanation of the role of the communion of angels and saints in the life of the Church. Why do we pray to the angels and saints? Does this interfere with our relationship with Jesus Christ?

THE CONCEPTION AND BIRTH OF JESUS (slideshow)
Explore the Church's teachings from Scripture and Tradition on the events surrounding the first coming of Jesus Christ.

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER VS. CENTERING PRAYER (slideshow)
Uncover the crucial differences between the teachings of the Centering Prayer Movement and authentic contemplative prayer practiced by the Great Catholic Mystics.

ECUMENICAL COUNCILS (slideshow)
Find out how the early Church councils explained and defended the essential truths concerning the Blessed Trinity and the person of Jesus Christ.

THE ENLIGHTENMENT (slideshow)
A thorough overview of this crucial period of history. What was the Enlightenment? What historical events led up to it? What did the Enlightenment thinkers believe? Is the Church the enemy of science? What have the long-term effects of the Enlightenment been on society?

THE HAIL MARY (slideshow)
Discover the scriptural foundation of the Hail Mary prayer, and its true meaning, line-by-line.

THE HOLY EUCHARIST (slideshow)
Explore the Church's teaching on the Holy Eucharist, and investigate two scientifically-verifiable Eucharistic miracles: one from the Middle Ages and another from contemporary times.

HOW CATHOLIC LITURGICAL PRACTICES LEAD US TO JESUS CHRIST (slideshow)
Learn how we encounter Jesus Christ in the Mass and through the Church's other liturgical practices. For the one who discovers these hidden truths the Mass will never be "boring" again.

HOW CATHOLIC TEACHINGS LEAD US TO JESUS CHRIST (slideshow)
Learn how we encounter Jesus Christ through the teachings of the Church, especially through Mary, the Pope, and the Holy Eucharist.

HOW TO GO TO CONFESSION (tri-fold pamphlet)
A step-by-step guide for going to Confession, complete with an Examination of Conscience.

THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY (slideshow)
A thorough exposition of this quintessential Marian teaching, which ultimately affirms the holiness of Mary's Son, Jesus Christ, the "spotless and unblemished lamb" (1 Pet. 1:19).

THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION QUIZ (article & quiz)
Read an in-depth article disclosing the facts supporting the Church's dogma of the Immaculate Conception of Mary as expressed in Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium. Then complete a simple quiz to test what you've learned.

LENT (slideshow)
Explore the meaning and symbolism of this holy season of spiritual preparation.

THE LETTERS OF SAINT IGNATIUS OF ANTIOCH (slideshow)
Learn about the life and teachings of this ancient Christian Bishop and Martyr, who was actually taught by the Apostle John.

THE LIFE & PRAYER OF SAINT TERESA OF ÁVILA (slideshow)
A brief but revealing look into the teachings and background of this truly great spiritual giant.

MARY, MEDIATRIX OF ALL GRACES (slideshow)
An in-depth look at Our Lady's unique role in salvation history as the Woman who co-operated with the Redeemer.

MARY THE NEW EVE (slideshow)
Study the scriptural foundations for the Church's Marian devotion through this intriguing and eye-opening contrast of Mary to Eve.

ORIGINAL SIN (slideshow)
Learn the Church's basic teaching on how human beings fell away from God, the consequences of the Fall, and God's plan for restoring our relationship with Him.

OUR LADY IN SACRED ART (slideshow)
Investigate the theological truths revealed about the Virgin Mary's role in salvation history through these stunning masterpieces of Western Art.

THE PAPACY (slideshow)
Consider the wealth of evidence from Scripture and Tradition behind the Church's claim for the primacy of Saint Peter's successor in Rome.

PRAY THE HOLY ROSARY (slideshow)
Learn about the Holy Rosary and how to pray it through this interactive, step-by-step tutorial.

PURGATORY (slideshow)
Discover the biblical, logical, and historical foundations of the Church's belief in Purgatory, as well as how to answer common objections to this teaching.

THE PURPOSE OF SUFFERING (slideshow)
If God is good, why then is there suffering in the world? Learn the Catholic Church's explanation of suffering, as well as her belief that our sufferings, when joined to Christ's suffering on the Cross, become redemptive.

THE SACRAMENTAL PRINCIPLE (slideshow)
See how the Church's Sacraments are based on the coming of Jesus Christ in the flesh; and how this amazing principle of the invisible made visible is found throughout Creation and most especially in the human person. You will never look at the world, the faith, or yourself in the same way again.

SCRIPTURE, TRADITION & MAGISTERIUM (slideshow)
An examination of the Church's teaching on divine revelation: what it is and how it is received and transmitted through the three-fold authoritative structure of Sacred Scripture, Apostolic Tradition, and the Magisterium.

SAINT TERESA OF ÁVILA - THE INTERIOR CASTLE (slideshow)
Penetrate this stirring vision of the life of prayer and inner dimensions of the human soul as revealed in the Saint's preeminent spiritual work.

THE TOMB OF THE VIRGIN MARY (slideshow - see also The Assumption of Mary)
An intriguing look at Mary's empty tomb in Jerusalem, the site of her Assumption, and a study of the archeological evidence supporting its authenticity.

THE WRITINGS OF SAINT JUSTIN THE MARTYR (slideshow)
Gain invaluable insight into the beliefs and practices of the ancient Christians through the writings of this heroic teacher of the faith, who died for Christ in about 165 A.D.

EVANGELIZATION
SHARE YOUR FAITH

ARE CATHOLICS CHRISTIANS? (slideshow)
Share with others the scriptural and historical facts behind the Catholic doctrines of the Holy Eucharist, the Pope, and Mary, and how they are authentic and essential Christian teachings.

CATHOLIC CONTRIBUTORS TO SCIENCE (handout)
A short list of famous Catholic contributors to science, including such notables as Saint Hildegard of Bingen, Robert Grosseteste, Saint Albert the Great, Roger Bacon, Nicolaus Copernicus, Blaise Pascal, Gregor Mendel, Guglielmo Marconi, and Louis Pasteur, that will effectively debunk the popular myth the Church is anti-science.

CATHOLIC DOCTRINE IN SACRED SCRIPTURE & SACRED TRADITION (evangelization aid)
A mini compendium of Bible verses and excerpts from the writings of the Early Church Fathers on a host of key doctrinal issues. A great reference guide to have on hand in conversations with non-Catholics!

CATHOLIC TEACHING IN SCRIPTURE & TRADITION (tri-fold pamphlet)
An enlightening look at basic Catholic teachings as revealed in the Bible and upheld in the writings of the Early Church Fathers.

COMING TO JESUS (slideshow)
Help others to discover how one enters into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ according to the fullness of the Church's teachings.

COMPARISON OF WORLD RELIGIONS (SIDE-BY-SIDE) (evangelization aid)
Compare and contrast Catholic history and beliefs with those of Eastern Orthodoxy, Judaism, Islam, and other major religions.

THE DEATH AND RESURRECTION OF CHRIST (slideshow)
A fascinating look at the Shroud of Turin and other historical artifacts supporting our beliefs surrounding the Passion, death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

HALLOWEEN SAINT SCROLLS (printable craft)
A colorful, friendly way to evangelize on Halloween. Print the pages and cut out the individual sections along the dotted lines. Roll the pieces into small scrolls and tie them with ribbon or string. Nice for children to give out as "thank yous" to the houses they visit during Trick-or-Treat, or for you to give to the little visitors who come to your door.

LIST OF THE POPES (handout)
Plain and convincing evidence of the succession of Popes from the Apostle Peter to Francis I.

TIMELINE OF CHURCH HISTORY (handout)
This handy, summary view of the major events in the life of the Church, from the time of Christ down to today is great, for demonstrating the Church's continuity in discussions with others.

THE TRUTH REVEALED (tri-fold pamphlet)
A fact-filled look at common allegations against the Church, from the Galileo affair and the Inquisition to Pope Pius XII and the clergy abuse scandal.

12 IMPORTANT BIBLE VERSES FOR CATHOLICS TO KNOW (evangelization aid)
Two pages worth of essential and easy-to-remember Bible verses helpful in discussing and defending the truths of the Catholic faith, including why we believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, why we confess our sins to a priest, why we call priests "father," why we follow the Pope, why we honor Mary, and more.

21 CENTURIES OF CATHOLIC DOCTRINE (evangelization aids)
Concrete evidence demonstrating the continuity of Catholic belief in the Trinity, sacraments, papacy, purgatory, Mary and the saints, spanning the centuries of historical Church writings from the days of the Apostles down to today!

WHAT IS CENTERING PRAYER? (tri-fold pamphlet)
An overview of the deceptions and dangers inherent in the Centering Prayer Movement.

WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM? (tri-fold pamphlet)
A thorough answer to the pivotal question of Christ's identity in the Gospels, and an examination of the Church's role in proclaiming and safeguarding this sacred truth through the centuries.