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Links

The "Links Page" is one of the most popular parts of our site. We are constantly gathering links to other Catholic sites on the Internet. If you have a page you want included here, or you know of a page that should be included, let the Webmaster know. We will post a link to any page that is faithful to the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church. Web addresses are constantly changing, so let us know if you have trouble accessing the links on this page.   (Last updated 8/23/07)

In the Arlington Diocese

Diocesan Parishes (not inclusive)

Diocesan Schools (not inclusive)

Vatican Site and Other Dioceses

  • Vatican Official Website of Roman Catholic Church contains information on Holy Father, Vatican archives, papal encyclicals, museums and much more.
  • Opus Dei Official Web site of the Catholic institution for lay people and diocesan priests. It recently gained international attention because of the publication of Dan Brown's book The Da Vinci Code.
  • Vatican Radio The pope's voice, this site contains live audio simulcast of Vatican events and news.
  • Archdiocese of Washington
  • Diocese of Cleveland
  • Crossing the Threshold of Hope
  • The Papacy of John Paul II
  • Holy Spirit Interactive An informational resource for Catholics living in the United Arab Emirates (a small Muslim country in the Middle East). It is believed to be the first site of its kind in the region and is under the authority of the Vicariate Apostolic of Arabia.

Religious News

  • DirPedia.com — This site combines a dictionary, encyclopedia and Web directory.
  • The Works of Pope Benedict XVI New site by Ignatius Press that features the collected works of the Holy Father.
  • Ignatius Press Web site from one of the leading Catholic publishing houses in the country. Edited by Catholic apologist Carl Olson, it is a journal of culture, theology and news with an interactive online blog.
  • NZ Catholic New Zealand's national Catholic newspaper.
  • Religion & Ethics Newsweekly Web site for the award-winning weekly PBS series hosted by Bob Abernethy.
  • Mass Times for Catholic Travelers Catholics traveling on vacation or business can find Mass schedules for the nearest Catholic Church thanks to this site sponsored by the Catholic Communications Campaign of the U.S. Catholic Conference.
  • Catholic News Service Based in Washington, D.C., CNS is the oldest and largest religious newswire service in the world.
  • Catholic Bulletin. Run locally by Catholic University, with links to different departments.
  • EWTN Mother Angelica has brought Christ's inspired message to millions of viewers worldwide through her television station. Now she reaches millions more through the internet.
  • EWTN Radio Access the splendor of truth and the beauty of the Catholic Church 24 hours a day through Catholic radio over the internet, thanks to Mother Angelica's EWTN.
  • Journey Films, Inc. Local Catholic documentarian Martin Doblmeier has produced award-winning programs for PBS, NBC, ABC and CBS for 20 years.
  • Elijah Project An Illinois-based non-profit group that promotes Carmelite spirituality. It recently funded production of a new Frank Frost video project called "Living on Love," which chronicles the U.S. relics tour of St. Therese of Lisieux.
  • Catholic Relief Services The overseas development and relief agency of the U.S. Catholic Church. Founded in 1943, CRS provides assistance to families and communities in more than 80 countries.
  • e3mil A new Catholic portal to the world wide web that features weekly Bible study with Scott Hahn and Jeff Cavins, free e-mail, religious news, a Catholic superstore and much more. It is sponsored by the Missionaries of Faith Foundation.
  • Catholic Radio in Washington, D.C. Holy Family Communications is a lay group of Catholics whose long-term goal is to purchase a radio station to broadcast Catholic programs in the Washington, D.C. area 24 hours per day.
  • Catholic Standard Archdiocese of Washington.
  • El Pregonero Weekly community Spanish newspaper published by the Archdiocese of Washington.
  • The Catholic Review Archdiocese of Baltimore.
  • Catholic World Report A wide-ranging magazine about the Church's work around the world published by Ignatius Press.
  • American Catholic Online Web site for St. Anthony Messenger press, includes St. Anthony Messenger.
  • First Things A magazine dedicated to exploring the relationship between religion and public life. 
  • Catholic Information and Resources Resource for those looking for additional links to a variety of Catholic web sites.
  • Views From Rome This Rome-based news agency reports on current events in politics, culture and religion.
  • George Weigel's Column Herald Columnist George Weigel's syndicated column can be found on the Web site of the Archdiocese of Denver.
  • Cultural Catholic From May Processions to Stations of the Cross, this site recalls the traditions and memories of growing up Catholic.

Devotions

  • St. Padre Pio This site is devoted to the spirituality of St. Padre Pio. It contains his prayers, voice, a short biography, 50 selections from his spiritual counsels, 35 testimonials and a photo gallery.
  • The Holy Rosary. Nice-looking page, with meditations on each bead of the Rosary. Frames, Java-enhanced, thoughtful artwork — worthy of Our Lady.
  • Meeting Christ in the Liturgy. Father Kevin M. Cusick gives a weekly reflection on the Gospel read at Sunday Mass. Includes reflections tied to the Novus Ordo Mass and the Tridentine Mass.
  • Treasury of Latin Prayers. You don't know how to say the "Our Father" in Latin? Learn to pray in the same language as our spiritual forefathers. Dozens of prayers are referenced on this page.
  • Suffering Servant Teach your children to pray the rosary with a Scriptural Rosary book by local author Christine Haapala.
  • Legion of Mary, the largest apostolic organization of lay people in the Catholic Church. Last year, it turned 75 years old, and has been approved by the last six popes and the Second Vatican Council.
  • Marian Movement of Priests. Over 100,000 priests worldwide are members of the Marian Movement of Priests, which is dedicated to the idea of Mary as mother of the priesthood.

Pro-Life Resources

  • Natural Law Study Center Association of men and women who come together to dialogue and write on issues of faith and current events within the perspective of objective truth and natural law.
  • Marriage & Family Recovery Program Intensive faith-based mediation and recovery program when divorce is the only option and other forms of counseling have failed.
  • Holy Innocents Registry Non-profit group that maintains a national data base of children killed by abortion.
  • U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Home page of Bishops' Conference.
  • National Right to Life National pro-life organization, the site has information about abortion, euthanasia and voting records.
  • You Turns This site combines faith with fun for middle/high school youth, emphasizing Scripture, Catechism of the Catholic Church, and historically pivotal lives of the saints. Also offers useful links for youth ministers.
  • Priests for Life A national ministry which assists the clergy and laity to live and proclaim the Gospel of Life.
  • Deacons for Life A division of Priests for Life.
  • Youth for Life Another division of Priests for Life.
  • Human Life International An international Catholic pro-life apostolate located in Front Royal.
  • Morality in Media Resource for educating the public and reporting possible violations of Internet obscenity laws.
  • American Life League Founded by Judie Brown, ALL takes an explicitly Christian approach to life issues.
  • Lifecycle Pro-life group from Hampton, Va., that promotes Natural Family Planning. Free software is available for download.
  • Feminists for Life Pro-life feminist group that shows the two labels don't have to be incompatible.

References and Apologetics

  • Catechism of the Catholic Church
  • Catholic Encyclopedia. The old Catholic Encyclopedia, published in 1913. Many consider this version superior to the New Catholic Encyclopedia, both for depth of scholarship and the solidity of the authors. Don't worry — most of the articles are still current after eight decades, because the Gospel is unlikely to go out of date.
  • Vatican II. As much as people talk about the Second Vatican Council, comparatively few people have actually read what it produced. With this site, you are without excuse.
  • Catholic Answers. Known as the largest, most effective apologetics organization in North America, Catholic Answers responds to hundreds of questions about the faith. They have a collection of tracts online, as well as a connection to their monthly magazine of apologetics, This Rock.
  • Apologetics Home Page. A grab-bag of information about the Church and other religions, with some worthwhile items if you're looking for things on other religions.
  • Catholic Alliance An independent, non-partisan Catholic citizens movement promoting the common good. It is not supported by, nor connected with, the Christian Coalition.
  • Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights The nation's largest Catholic civil rights organization, the League defends individual Catholics and the institutional Church from defamation and discrimination.

Institutes and Religious Orders

Catholic Art

  • Vatican Library. The Library of Congress hosted a 1993 exhibit on the Vatican Library and its holdings. The Web site was moved to the University of North Carolina, but the contents remain the same.
  • Christus Rex (full name:"Christus Rex et Redemptor Mundi") was chosen as one of the Top 100 sites on the Web by PC Magazine, and one of the five best virtual art museums. Its collection of images range from the good to the spectacular, and includes items from the Vatican Museums, the city of Bethlehem, and churches from around the world.

Shrines and Retreat Centers

Discussion Forums

  • Trinity Communications Sponsors discussion groups on various topics related to Catholicism. Reading it is free, but posting will cost you a small amount to cover their expenses.
  • Catholicity has chat rooms and plenty of links.
  • American Catholic Revival This site features quality, moderated theological discussion, with a primary focus on how to rejuvenate the Catholic Church in North America.

Goods & Services

  • Catholic110.com, a company that sells religious books, jewelry and artifacts. It is based in Purcellville, Va., and is owned by two Catholic homeschool families.
  • Christian Gifts: Jesus Crosses and Gold Cross Necklaces Gold and silver cross necklaces depicting the image of Jesus on the cross. Watch the image of Jesus on the cross appear as the crosses are worn close to the body.
  • Artech Specializing in the restoration and renovation of churhces, pews, chairs and furniture. Also carries new pews, restores old pews and performs church painting.
  • Catholic Books and Gifts Select from a large selection of Catholic books, rosaries, medals, crucifixes, statues, gifts and more, and receive free shipping.
  • Rosary Parts and Supplies Lewis and Company has been a national rosary parts supplier for 53 years. Thousands of their customers enjoy the hobby of rosary making. Many of these rosaries are donated to the missions.
  • Catholic Foundations Bookstore and Gifts
  • Salvation Christian Shoppe, Purcellville
  • Resources for Catholic Educators This site has been online since 1996. Its objective is to provide easy and quick access to useful resources for those involved in Catholic education.
  • St. Ann Rosary Makers Inexpensive hand-made rosaries in gold and silver tones, rosary cases, neck medals, statues help support mission work.
  • Magnificat Rosaries Heirloom quality hand-made rosaries. Designer collection and custom orders. Sterling silver, pewter, gemstones and crystal.
  • Apostle Advertising Promotes Catholic businesses on the Web.
  • Liturgix Site offers a variety of vestments for Catholic/Christian/Eastern Orthodox as well as liturgical and church supplies (crosses, censers, church lamps and chalices).
  • ACCA Annandale Christian Community for Action is a non-profit coalition of 26 area churches that has been helping the needy for 35 years.
  • Catholic Online, an Internet services company serving the Church's mission, hosts dozens of decent sites.
  • MultiMax Multimedia. Founded under the patronage of St. Maximillian Kolbe, MultiMax provides multimedia and Web services to the public.
  • The Catholic Shop, located in Centreville, has Bibles, books, music, videos, statues, rosaries, and vestments.
  • Catholic Family Catalog A comprehensive listing of movies, videos, books and other items which might be of interest to Catholic families and individuals.
  • Mary's Rosaries Beautiful hand-made rosaries crafted individually by Annandale, Virginia, artist Mary Grady.They are a labor of love and a real tribute to our Blessed Mother.
  • Aquinas Books Religious goods and books "for the common man."
  • Society of St. Paul This "Alba House" site contains the lives of priests, sisters and laity connected to the Pauline family, including the Daughters of St. Paul in Alexandria. It also contains books and tapes of specific Catholic interest published by the Daughters and other Pauline groups.
  • Snow White Dove Catholic Book and Gift Shop Quality Catholic literature and materials faithful to Church teachings.
  • Catholicmart A new web site that offers Catholic-oriented merchandise and products.
  • Catholic-USA provides links to thousands of official and authentic Catholic websites in the U.S.
  • Rosary Works A company based in Lexington, KY, that specializes in custom-made rosaries.
  • Catholic Freebies A clearinghouse of Catholic information, products and services for free (or almost free).

Links for Single Catholics


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