EWTN News & EWTN Radio (Multiple languages)
Aleteia (Multiple languages)
Vatican Radio (Multiple languages)
Papal Documents:
The Rapid Development – Pope St. John Paul II
The Use of Social Communications Media – Catechism of the Catholic Church
World Communications Day Message 2022 – Pope Francis
Vatican’s Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church, VII., 198
Books:
NOISE: How Our Media-saturated Culture Dominates Lives and Dismantles Families – Teresa Tomeo
Extreme Makeover: Women Transformed by Christ, Not Conformed to the Culture – Teresa Tomeo
Beyond Me, My Selfie, and I: Finding Real Happiness In a Self-Absorbed World – Teresa Tomeo
Videos:
Modern Media: Facing the Danger, Opportunities & Responsibilities – Streaming Video or MP3 Download, 4-Part Course
Women of Grace – Johnnette Benkovic Williams & Susan Brinkmann
Ruth Institute – Jennifer Roback Morse
Papal Letters
Letter to Women, Pope St. John Paul II
Mulieris Dignitatem (The Dignity and Vocation of Women), Pope St. John Paul II
Redemptoris Mater (Mother of the Redeemer), Pope St. John Paul II
Letter to Families – Pope St. John Paul II
Articles
The Pope’s New Feminism, Mary Ann Glendon
Books
Extreme Makeover: Women Transformed by Christ, Not Conformed to the Culture – Teresa Tomeo
Subverted: How I Helped the Sexual Revolution Hijack the Women’s Movement – Sue Ellen Browder
Sex & The Catholic Feminist – Sue Ellen Browder
Full of Grace: Women and the Abundant Life – Johnnette Benkovic Williams
Full of Grace : Women and the Abundant Life Women of Grace® Foundational Study Study Guide – Johnnette Benkovic Williams
Essays On Woman (The Collected Works of Edith Stein) – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross)
Television
The Catholic View For Women – EWTN
Videos
Reclaiming Feminism: The Church’s Traditions & Teachings on the Dignity of Women – Streaming Video 4-Part Course
Authors to read online:
Patti Maguire Armstrong, Columnist at the National Catholic Register & Our Sunday Visitor
Dr. Pia de Solenni, Moral Theologian and Chancellor of the Diocese of Orange, CA
Helen Alvaré, Professor of Law at Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University
Mary Ann Glendon, Harvard law professor and former ambassador to the Holy See
Pregnancy Support (If You Need Help, Here’s Where To Find It)
ProLife Across America | Need Help?
Pregnancy Center National Guide
Standing With You | Pregnancy resources on campus
Alternatives to Abortion: Pregnancy Resource Centers – Focus on the Family
Option Line – Pregnancy Help Online – Home
National Council For Adoption (adoptioncouncil.org)
Pregnant? Need Help? | National Right to Life
Pregnancy Decision Line | Pregnancy Decision Line
Pro Life – Save the Storks – Join the Revolution
More Resources
EWTN Pro-Life Weekly (Television show)
ProLifeDoc.org – Dr. William Lile, MD
Citizens for a Pro-Life Society – Dr. Monica Miller
Charlotte Lozier Institute – Science & Statistics
And Then There Were None – Pro-life outreach to abortion workers
Abby Johnson – Former Planned Parenthood clinic director, now pro-life
One Life LA (March in Los Angeles)
Prayers for the Dying Booklet, Apostolate For the Dying
Adoption & Abortion Alternatives Info
Mary’s Mantle Catholic Home for Expectant Mothers, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Abortion Pill Reversal (There may be hope for your baby if you have taken the abortion pill.)
Help After Abortion
Project Rachel – Hope After Abortion
How To Defend Pro-Life Arguments
When They Say, You Say: Defending the Pro-Life Position and Framing the Issue by the Language We Use
When People Accuse Pro-Lifers of Only Caring for the Baby, Not the Mother, Show Them This, Report: U.S. pro-life pregnancy centers assist nearly 2 million with essential services in 2019. Charlotte Lozier Institute releases new Report Highlighting Care for Women and Families. Heartbeat International.
Books & DVD’s
The Fake and Deceptive Science Behind Roe v. Wade: Settled Law v. Settled Science – Dr. Thomas Hilgers, Founder/Director, Saint Paul VI Institute
Unplanned Movie – DVD
Angel In The Waters (Children’s book) – Regina Doman
Abandoned: The Untold Story of the Abortion Wars – Monica Migliorino Miller
Humanae Vitae (On The Regulation of Birth, 50th Anniversary, Encyclical on Birth Control) – Pope Paul VI
Healing the Culture: A Commonsense Philosophy of Happiness, Freedom, and the Life Issues, Book & DVD Set – Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.
Extreme Makeover: Women Transformed by Christ, Not Conformed to the Culture (Abortion Distortion chapter) – Teresa Tomeo
Catholic Church Documents
On the Dignity and Vocation of Women – Pope St. John Paul II
The Gospel of Life – St. John Paul II
Living the Gospel of Life – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
On Human Life – St. Paul VI
Prayer to End Abortions
Lord God, I thank you today for the gift of my life, and for the lives of all my brothers and sisters. I know there is nothing that destroys more life than abortion, yet I rejoice that You have conquered death by the Resurrection of Your Son. I am ready to do my part in ending abortion. Today I commit myself never to be silent, never to be passive, never to be forgetful of the unborn. I commit myself to be active in the pro-life movement, and never to stop defending life until all my brothers and sisters are protected, and our nation once again becomes a nation with liberty and justice not just for some, but for all, through Christ our Lord. Amen!
Pro-Life Scripture Quotes to Pray With & Share
“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” — Genesis 1:27
“Did not he who made me in the belly make him? Did not the same One fashion us in the womb?” — Job 31:15
“You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, because I am wonderfully made; wonderful are your works! My very self you know.” — Psalm 139:13-14
“Just as you do not know how the life breath enters the human frame in the mother’s womb, So you do not know the work of God, who is working in everything.” — Ecclesiastes 11:4-6
“Thus says the Lord, your redeemer, who formed you from the womb: ‘I am the Lord, who made all things, who alone stretched out the heavens, I spread out the earth by myself.’” — Isaiah 44:24
“Then the Lord, your God, will generously increase your undertakings, the fruit of your womb, the offspring of your livestock, and the produce of your soil; for the Lord, your God, will again take delight in your prosperity, just as he took delight in your ancestors’.” — Deuteronomy 30:9
“Certainly sons are a gift from the Lord, Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the sons born in one’s youth.” — Psalm 127:3-4
“Why should the wicked scorn God, say in their hearts, “God does not care”? But you do see; you take note of misery and sorrow; you take the matter in hand. To you the helpless can entrust their cause; you are the defender of orphans. You win justice for the orphaned and oppressed; no one on earth will cause terror again.” – Psalm 10:13-14, 18
“Open your mouth in behalf of the mute, and for the rights of the destitute.” – Proverbs 31:8
“’See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly Father.’” — Matthew 18:10
Prayer
Catechism of the Catholic Church on Prayer (CCC 2558 – 2865)
Prayer Primer – Fr. Thomas Dubay
The Practice of the Presence of God – Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection
Hungry For God: Practical Help In Personal Prayer – Ralph Martin
The Fulfillment of All Desire – Dr. Ralph Martin
Conversation With Christ: The Teaching of St. Teresa of Avila About Personal Prayer (Christian meditation) – Fr. Peter Thomas Rohrbach, OCD
Praying Scripture For A Change: An Introduction to Lectio Divina – Tim Gray
How to Listen When God Is Speaking – Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ
Divine Mercy In My Soul – The Diary of St. Maria Faustina (The basis of the Divine Mercy Devotion) Paperback, Leather
Video: How to Pray Sweet & Simple – Chris Stefanick
How to Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet
Pray More Novenas website
Daily Examen (A small daily practice to discover the Holy Spirit’s movements within you & your day)
Daily Prayer of Discernment: The Examen Prayer with Fr. Timothy Gallagher (Podcast – 8 episode series)
Morning Offering Prayer
Novena to the Divine Child Jesus
How to Pray the Stations Of The Cross
Adoration, The Most Perfect Prayer – Fr. Raoul Plus, S.J.
24-hour Perpetual Adoration on YouTube
Prayers for the Dying Booklet, Apostolate For the Dying
Understanding The Mass
A Devotional Journey Into the Mass: How Mass Can Become a Time of Grace, Nourishment, and Devotion – Christopher Carstens
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass (Book): Understanding What We Say and Do In The Liturgy – Dr. Edward Sri
Bible Resources
The Bible in a Year Podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz, also in Spanish
Popular Catholic Bible Studies – Ascension Press
Bible Studies – St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology (Scott Hahn)
Catholic Scripture Study International – TAN Books
Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. Bible Studies
Bible Studies – FORMED
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) Resources
Examination of Conscience – Fathers of Mercy (Formatted for Printing)
St. Joseph Resources
Consecration to St. Joseph – Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC
Meet Your Spiritual Father – Mark Miravalle
St. Joseph and His World – Mike Aquilina
Virtue & Conquering Sin
Winning the Battle Against Sin: Hope-Filled Lessons from the Bible – Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ
The Seven Capital Virtues: Humility, Generosity, Chastity according to your state in life, Meekness, Temperance, Brotherly Love, Diligence
The Theological Virtues: Faith, Hope and, Charity
The Cardinal Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Temperance and Fortitude
The Corporal Works of Mercy: To feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, visit the imprisoned, shelter the homeless, visit the sick and bury the dead
The Spiritual Works of Mercy: To admonish the sinner, instruct the ignorant, counsel the doubtful, comfort the sorrowful, bear wrongs patiently, forgive all injuries and pray for the living and the dead
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord
The Fruits of the Holy Spirit (Gal. 5:22-23): Charity, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Generosity, Gentleness, Faithfulness, Modesty, Self-Control and Chastity
The Radical Call of The Sermon on the Mount – Dr. Edward Sri
The Two Roadblocks On The Road To Holiness – Deacon Steven Greydanus
Websites
EWTN (Extensive Audio, Video & Document Libraries and App with Bible)
Unleash the Gospel – Archdiocese of Detroit
DiscerningHearts.com, Extensive catalog of 3000+ excellent free spiritual podcasts and videos by masters of the spiritual life, audio of classic Catholic books by saints, lectio divina podcasts, spiritual formation, Church history, scripture studies, and much more.
A Selection of Catholic Classic Spiritual Books
Introduction to the Devout Life – St. Francis de Sales
Divine Mercy in My Soul – Diary of St. Faustina (I highly recommend the beautiful compact size leather edition)
Interior Castle – St. Teresa of Avila
The Practice of the Presence of God – Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection
Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux (the Little Flower)
Imitation of Christ – Thomas à Kempis
The Dialogue of St. Catherine of Siena
Rome Sweet Home: Our Journey to Catholicism – Scott & Kimberly Hahn
More Catholic Spiritual Classic Books
From Teresa Tomeo
Listening For God: Discovering Incredible Ways God Speaks To Us
T’s Italy – Italy Saints & Faith
Eucharist Information
Books:
7 Secrets of the Eucharist, Vinny Flynn
The Eucharist: A Bible Study for Catholics, Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ
Consuming the Word: The New Testament and The Eucharist in the Early Church, Scott Hahn
Websites
Articles
The True Presence: Eucharistic Miracles Over the Centuries, National Catholic Register
What is the Holy Eucharist – EWTN
Daily Devotionals
Magnificat (available in multiple languages)
The Word Among Us (Also in Spanish)
Apps
iBreviary (Multiple languages)
Catholic Pilgrimages
Corporate Travel Service, Pilgrimages to various sites in Europe, the Holy Land, and the U.S.
Pilgrimages to EWTN & the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament at the Our Lady of the Angel Monastery
Faithful Catholic Retreats
Spiritual Exercises – Miles Christi
St. Joseph Retreat House, Oblates of the Virgin Mary, Milton, Massachusetts
Marians of the Immaculate Conception Missions & Events (Marian Fathers & Official Divine Mercy Devotion Info)
Marian Servants of Divine Providence, Clearwater, Florida
Casa Maria Retreat House, Irondale, Alabama
Broom Tree Retreat Center, Irene, South Dakota
Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, Pennsylvania
Capuchin Retreat House, Macomb County, Michigan
St. Joseph’s Abbey (Trappist monastery), Spencer, Massachusetts
Spiritual Exercises Retreat Online, Fr. Ed Broom, OMV (Free in English & Spanish on YouTube)
Always used discretion when choosing a retreat, and research the facility and speaker to make sure they are teaching the truths of the faith.
Local and Regional Catholic Historical & Spiritual Sites
A Sampling of Catholic Shrines in the U.S.
Catholic Pilgrimage Sites by State
Ultimate List of Catholic Shrines in the U.S.
National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, Champion, WI (The site of the only approved Marian apparition in the United States.
Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Hanceville, Alabama (Mother Angelica’s Shrine)
Basilica & National Shrine to Mary, Queen of the Universe, Orlando, FL
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, New York, New York
A Sampling of Saint Shrines in America
Carmel Mission Basilica & Shrine of St. Junipero Serra, Carmel, California
Mother Cabrini Shrine, Golden, Colorado
St. Kateri Tekakwitha National Shrine & Historic Site, Fonda, New York
Blessed Solanus Casey Center, Detroit, Michigan
National Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos, New Orleans, Louisiana
Enrich, Strengthen, & Help For Troubled Marriages
The Alexander House – Hope & healing for marriage
Retrouvaille – Program to help couples heal & renew their marriage
Fertility & Health
Introduction to Natural Family Planning – USCCB Website for Natural Family Planning (NFP)
FertilityCare.org – Women’s health, NFP, and help for reoccurring miscarriages and infertility
One More Soul – Includes an NFP-only doctor search
Books
Intimate Graces: How Practicing the Works of Mercy Brings Out the Best in Marriage – Teresa Tomeo & Deacon Dominick Pastore
Love and Responsibility – Pope St. John Paul II
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love: Practical Insights from John Paul II’s Love and Responsibility – Dr. Edward Sri
Marriage is for Keeps: Foundations for Christian Marriage – John F. Kippley (For engaged couples)
Beloved & Blessed – Kimberly Hahn
Three to Get Married – Fulton Sheen
Habits for a Healthy Marriage: A Handbook for Catholic Couples – Dr. Rick Fitzgibbons, MD
Catholic Church Teachings On Marriage
Reading what the Church says on marriage has really changed many marriages and lives, and it can do the same for you!
Casti Connubii (On Christian Marriage) – Pope Pius XI
Humanae Vitae (On the Regulation of Birth) – Pope Paul VI
Familiaris Consortio (The Role of the Christian Family in the Modern World) – Pope St. John Paul II
Letter To Families – Pope St. John Paul II
Marriage: Love & Life in the Divine Plan – USCCB
Married Love & the Gift of Life – USCCB
Matthew Bunson, Author & EWTN News Senior Contributor
Edward Pentin, Rome Correspondent for the National Catholic Register
Msgr. Charles Pope, Priest in the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C.
Patti Maguire Armstrong, Author, Speaker & Columnist at the National Catholic Register & OSV Newsweekly
Elizabeth Scalia, Benedictine Oblate, Author, Culture Editor at OSV News.
Fr. Dwight Longenecker, Author, Speaker & Priest in the Diocese of Charleston, SC.
Websites
American College of Pediatricians
Videos
Dr. Michelle Cretella being interviewed by Tucker Carlson “Pediatrician: Transgender ideology causing child abuse,” Fox News on July 24, 2017. 4:43 minutes
Dr. Michelle Cretella Video: “I’m a Pediatrician and this is what I did when a little boy patient said he was a girl.” Transcription can be found here.
Commentary
I’m a Pediatrician. How Transgender Ideology Has Infiltrated My Field and Produced Large-Scale Child Abuse, Dr. Michelle Cretella, American College of Pediatrician
Books
The Smoke of Satan: How Corrupt and Cowardly Bishops Betrayed Christ, His Church, and the Faithful . . . and What Can Be Done About It – Philip Lawler
The Sexual State: How Elite Ideologies Are Destroying Lives and Why the Church Was Right All Along – Jennifer Roback Morse
Why Humanae Vitae Is Still Right – Janet E. Smith
Pope Benedict XVI and the Sexual Abuse Crisis: Working for Reform and Renewal – Gregory Erlandson & Matthew Bunson
Books:
Embracing Dementia: A Call To Love by Ellen Marie Edmonds
Caring for the Dying With the Help of Your Catholic Faith – Elizabeth Scalia
A Catholic Guide to Caring For Your Aging Parent – Monica Dodd
Websites:
Eldercare – Catholic Health Association
Everything You Need to Know About Caring for an Elderly Catholic Loved One – Becky Roach, Catholic Link
Letter to the Elderly – Pope St. John Paul II
Also check your diocese and local branch of Catholic Charities.
Prayers
How to Pray the Rosary, RosaryCenter.org
Novena to St. Joseph, Patron of the Church & Protector of Families
Prayers for the Dying Booklet, Apostolate For the Dying
Fatima & Faustina: Two Powerful Prayers of Reparation, John Nahrgang, Marians of the Immaculate Conception.
Prayers of Reparation to the Holy Face of Jesus, Discalced Carmelite Nuns of Sacramento, CA.
Enrich Your Prayer Life With Prayers of Reparation, Fr. Ed Broom, OMV, Catholic Exchange
Litany of Trust, Sisters of Life
Spiritual Resources
Visit EWTN.com for daily Mass, the Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet & more!
Daily Mass Readings at the USCCB
Help for those mourning a loved one, especially during this time of the coronavirus, Good Mourning Ministry
Pray the Liturgy of the Hours the easy way with iBreviary (app or online, in multiple languages)
Fatima’s Sister Lucia Explains Why The Daily Rosary Is A Must, Joseph Pronechen, National Catholic Register
Lectio Divina, A Guide: What it is & How It Helps Prayer Life (Learn to Pray with the Scriptures). Dan Burke, SpiritualDirection.com