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Policies & Resources

Resources

The Archdiocese of Washington has created a variety of resources to help the faithful live out the Gospel message.  Click on the links below to preview the resources.

  • The Light Is ON For You – Confession Resources  
  • Publications by Cardinal Wuerl  
  • Annulment Forms  
  • New Evangelization Resources  
  • Marriage and Family   
  • Young Adult   
  • Special Needs   
  • Cultural Resources  

Policies

  • Archdiocese of Washington Conflict of Interest Policy  
  • Checklist for Administering Conflict of Interest Policy  
  • Parish Annual Conflict of Interest Statement  
  • Example: Parish Conflict of Interest  
  • Example: Archdiocesan Agency Conflict of Interest  

Papal Resources

Habemus Papam

In celebration of the election of Pope Francis, the Archdiocese of Washington created catechetical materials and resources for use in parishes, schools and religious education programs. These resources were created to support the work of pastors, teachers, catechists, youth ministers, RCIA leaders and homeschool families.

  • Biography of Pope Francis  
  • Biography of Pope Francis (español)  
  • Pastor of the Universal Church  
  • Pastor of the Universal Church (español)  
  • Pope Francis and Catholic Social Teaching   
  • Pope Francis and Catholic Social Teaching (español)  
  • Online Resources   
  • Online Resources (español)  
  • Tu es Petrus  
  • Writings and Teachings   

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