Roman Catholic Church Teaching

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What Catholics Believe

Central tenets of this faith, based on the questions in the Belief-O-Matic quiz.

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Sermons and the Sacred

Father James Martin explains why sermons are not the place for politics.

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Official Roman Catholic Teaching on Premarital Sex

Sexual intimacy outside of marriage 'always constitutes a grave sin.'

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The Papal Summit

News, polls, and discussion surrounding the pope's meeting with U.S. cardinals.

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The Papacy: Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions

Author Charlotte Allen answers your questions about the pope and the Catholic Church.

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St. Bede the Venerable (672?-735)

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Odd Attempts to 'Explain' the Pedophilia Crisis

In the wake of church scandals, leaders have lost their balance and said things out of tune with their ordinary statements.

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What Does the Bible Say About Drugs?

Beliefnet's scripture scholar shares biblical views on mental illness, drug use, and the Hail Mary.

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