Rolls Series
A collection of historical materials of which the general scope is indicated by its official title, "The Chronicles and Memorials of Great Britain and Ireland during the Middle Age…
Roman Catechism
This catechism differs from other summaries of Christian doctrine for the instruction of the people in two points: it is primarily intended for priests having care of souls (ad par…
Roman Catholic
A qualification of the name Catholic commonly used in English-speaking countries by those unwilling to recognize the claim of being the One True Church.
Roman Colleges
This article treats of the various colleges in Rome which have been founded under ecclesiastical auspices and are under ecclesiastical direction, with the exception of those that a…
Roman Congregations
The most important of certain departments organized by the Holy See at various times to assist it in the transaction of those affairs which canonical discipline and the individual …
Roman Curia
Strictly speaking, the ensemble of departments or ministries which assist the sovereign pontiff in the government of the Universal Church.
Roman Rite, The
The manner of celebrating the Holy Sacrifice, administering Sacraments, reciting the Divine Office, and performing other ecclesiastical functions as used in the city and Diocese of…
Romanos Pontifices, Constitutio
The constitution makes clear the following: though regulars according to canon law are subject immediately to the Holy See, bishops are given jurisdiction over small communities.
Romans, Epistle to the
The subject is treated under the following heads: I. The Roman Church and St. Paul; II. Character, Contents, and Arrangement of the Epistle; III. Authenticity; IV. Integrity; V. Da…
Rome, University of
The university is now under the control of the Italian Government and is called the Royal University.
Romulus Augustulus
Deposed in the year 476, the last emperor of the Western Roman Empire.
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