Submission Guidelines For Sections [User Posts]

Section

Some Guidelines / Tips / Instructions+

Announcements Section

Non-Catholics should not submit announcements relating to "Religious Vocations", "Sacraments", etc.

Item announced should occur or have occurred within the past three months.

Submit announcements for self only. Do not submit announcements for others. 

Limit one announcement per person, per event. 

Please do not submit announcements already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Answered Prayers Section

Do not submit fables or embellished stories. This section is for factual accounts only ("story" does not mean "fable"). Submit true accounts only.

Limit one submission per person, per answered prayer story. 

Please do not submit stories already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful stories or unverified third party stories. 

Please omit names, locations, and other identifying information.

Book Review & Exchange Section

Posting in this section is limited to (practicing) Roman Catholics only.

Submit posts in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. No books / posts which don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist" / "progressive" / unorthodox / charismatic / new age, etc. items) or which seek to change traditional teachings. 

All books must be Catholic. All authors should be Catholic. No secular books with Catholic authors. 

Do not submit posts here if you are affiliated with (or are) the publisher, author, editor, etc. or if you have any other connection to the book (i.e. market it, sell it, etc.). (Note: If you sell books, instead please consider inexpensive advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

No third party posts. 

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. Do not name any organization, website, etc. or provide contact information (e.g. phone numbers, web/postal addresses, etc.). Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

The following are prohibited:

Books / posts involving immoral / illegal activities, sexual topics, controversial / questionable / illicit topics, political matters, etc.

Books / posts covering unapproved apparitions or private revelations (except to expose them).

Books / posts favorable to "charismatic", "feminist", or "new age" ideologies/practices.

Books / posts supporting homosexual behavior, women priests, birth-control / "family planning", elimination of priestly celibacy, abortion, etc.

Sedevacantist books / posts or those endorsing schismatic activities (as defined the Holy See).

Books / posts involving: investments, trusts, credit / financial matters, pharmaceuticals / herbal medicines, medical instructions / treatments, "miracle cures", "work at home" / self-employment / commission opportunities, wills / legal matters, etc. 

Books / posts attempting to sell / promote products, services, companies, organizations, websites, etc.

"End-times" books / posts.

Books / posts which "re-write" history or other nonfactual accounts.

Books / posts regarding "Catholics" who are notorious for not living out their faith or who attempt to subvert or change the Church's teachings (except to expose them).

Books / posts containing unsuitable content (e.g. immorality, unchastity, or anything against Gospel or Church teachings.

Books / posts containing saint / pope / clergy bashing, gossip, unsuitable derogatory comments, inappropriate / explicit statements, abusive statements, judgments about others' motives, anti-Catholic or anti-Papal sentiments.

Books / posts which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven") or scandalous interfaith activities or those which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

Books by authors with questionable orthodoxy.

"Anti-tradition" books / posts.

"Conspiracy theory" or other unproven theory-based books / posts.

Books / posts favorable to divorce or otherwise not favorable to traditional families (including annulment).

Books / posts favorable to other unsuitable activities, sins, inappropriate situations, etc.

For widest variety in this section, please avoid submitting book reviews for books already reviewed on the site (even if you disagree with the submitter's opinion). You may submit a review for an item already listed only if you wish to loan / exchange / transfer your copy of the book. Note that we may limit listings to one per title at any time at our sole option. [Note: If you submit posts regarding books which are already listed and you do not wish to share your copy of the book, the post - and all your future posts (to this and all other sections on this site) - may be automatically rejected. Please do not submit posts for books which are already listed!]

Limit one submission per book, per person. Also, do not submit more than one post per week in this section. We may further limit participation on an individual or grouped basis at our sole option.

Reminder: Sharing with others involves risk and you should be sure to carefully consider all aspects of transfers before participating in them. Note that we are not a party to any of your transaction(s) (including loans, exchanges, transfers, offers / requests, contacts / correspondence, etc.) and we do not mediate disputes. All transactions (including loans, exchanges, transfers, contacts / correspondence, etc.) are at your own risk. Click here for more important considerations regarding participation in such activities.

This section limited to original production-printed books & booklets only - no other printed materials, pamphlets, photocopies, etc. No other media (e.g. CD's, DVD's, software, videocassettes, audiocassettes, etc.), or other items. No magazines, newspapers, or self-published items.

Do not provide any prices! Posts containing pricing information may be subject to auto rejection. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection).

No name-calling or argumentativeness.

Stick to the facts and do not use "marketing talk" - e.g. "best ever", "most complete", etc. Instead, phrase your comments as "I liked it best", or "I thought it was the most complete", etc.

Do not include negative comments or opinions in your post except in specially designated fields. Otherwise, your post may be subject to auto-rejection.

Stick to the facts and be specific. Do not provide additional information / commentary other than what is asked for. Do not editorialize (except where allowed). If expressing an opinion, indicate that it is an opinion and present it in a logical and non-emotional manner. Do not express opinions except in fields where this is allowed.

Do not include any of the following with your post: web addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, political statements. If you include such information, the post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection. 

Be certain that your posts are fully truthful, honest, and accurate. If in doubt, do not submit. We may verify any information you submit (although we are not required to). If any information is deemed inaccurate, the post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection.

Note that if you offer an item for loan / transfer / exchange, an e-mail address will be required in order to contact you regarding availability, terms, etc. Please note that, for your protection, we recommend a cautious approach to providing e-mail information and we generally recommend that you obtain a special e-mail account for use on this site. For additional considerations regarding the risks of providing e-mail addresses, click here. Note that if you do not wish to include your e-mail address, you will be unable to participate in book loans / exchanges / transfers (however, you may share books by contributing them to our 'lending library'). Please note that we may verify e-mail addresses provided and require a certain timely response. (Reminder: Our verification will not ask for personal information.)

If you offer an item for loan / transfer / exchange, we recommend that you include a "final date" to notify users not to contact you after that date. Unfortunately, however, there is no guarantee that you will not be contacted after that time. Note that posts may appear on the site for a long time and that we cannot honor requests to remove items which are no longer available. Click here for general timetable information.

Pay attention to detail - be sure to spell all names and other information correctly and to provide full names of authors. Also, be sure to enter a correct ISBN (where required). Note that posts containing an incorrect ISBN (or improperly omitting one) may be rejected automatically. Be sure all information is accurate before submitting.

If you are lending, exchanging, or otherwise transferring books, do not attempt to advertise or promote your products / services, website, etc. or include any unorthodox / questionable, etc. material with your communications or with book loans / exchanges / transfers. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

No selling of books here or attempting to profit by book loans! If you charge for shipping on transferred books, the amount charged should not greatly exceed your cost to ship the item. (Note: If you have books to sell or wish to loan for a profit, consider placing an inexpensive ad in one or more of the commercial sections of this site.) If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Offer for loan / exchange / transfer only items for which you are the true and lawful owner with the full right of disposal.

Share only low cost items.

Please treat books, authors, and other individuals with charity and respect and be willing to give others the benefit of the doubt. Employ humility and patience, and avoid undue harshness.

Reminder: Don't lend anything you can't afford to be without or that you can't afford to lose, or one-of-a-kind items. Sharing with others involves risk and you should be sure to carefully consider all aspects of book loans / exchanges / transfers before participating in them. Note that we are not a party to any of your transaction(s) and that we do not mediate disputes. All contacts / correspondence, loans, exchanges, transfers, etc. are at your own risk. Click here for more important considerations regarding participation in such activities.

Include only books which you have personally read from cover to cover.

Books & posts in English only.

U.S. based loans / exchanges / transfers only.

Users are responsible for learning of following all legal requirements related to any offers, contacts / correspondence, transfers, loans, exchanges, etc.

You are solely responsible for all tax, legal, etc. implications - and for all other consequences - of your transactions (including book offers, loans, exchanges, transfers, contacts / correspondence, etc.). 

Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. Do not contact us regarding the status of your submission and do not resubmit. 

If your post was previously listed but no longer appears, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a short duration. For timetable information, click here.

Please note that we may place a limit on the number of posts in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time.

Books with Ecclesiastical approval preferred.

We prefer positive reviews (honest ones, of course). Please avoid reviewing a book simply to criticize it (although this may be permissible in certain situations).

Catholic publishers greatly preferred.

Latin rite items only, please.

If we have questions about your submission, your post may be rejected.

We may give preference to traditional books / posts.

We may prohibit books by non-Catholic publishers and non-Catholic authors, and we may prohibit books from specific publishers / authors (or any books / posts) at our sole discretion.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. Due to space or other considerations, we may be selective about posts (thus, even suitable posts may not appear).

Note that we do not endorse / recommend any individual(s) / organization(s) / group(s), etc. who may contact you regarding your post.

All terms, conditions, etc. are subject to change at any time without notice.

Note that the following linked pages, as well as the "Add post" page, and all other pages related to this section, are incorporated as part of the terms of use of this site. You should carefully review all such pages before participating in this section. Reminder: By using this site you indicate agreement to all our terms.

Click Here for Important Information & Tips

Click Here for Catholic Book Review & Exch.: Q & A

Limit one submission per person, per title. 

In accordance with the instructions above, please do not submit items already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

No third party posts. 

Do not submit untruthful information or copyright protected material. 

Catholic Events Section

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

All events must be Catholic. Submit Roman Catholic events sponsored by Roman Catholics only. Do not submit any events/sponsors which don't follow traditional Roman Catholic teachings (e.g. "modernist", "progressive", unorthodox, "feminist", "charismatic", anti-Catholic, "new age", etc. events/sponsors) or which seek to have traditional Church teachings changed, or which adhere to / promote any kind of questionable orthodoxy.

Events must have a primarily educational or spiritual value (entertainment value is okay if sponsored by parish or diocese - i.e. parish festivals). Do not submit events held primarily to promote products / services / websites / organizations / businesses, etc.

Submit events in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only.

Submit early! Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. Your event must commence no less than one month from the date of submission (and more is better). IF YOUR EVENT BEGINS IN LESS THAN ONE MONTH, DO NOT SUBMIT IT TO THIS SECTION. You may, however, submit it to commercial sections of this site. For example, you may place an inexpensive Classified Ad. For more information on classifieds, click here. For information on other low-cost commercial advertisements, click here.

Do not include any of the following with your post: web addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, speaker names, pricing information, political statements.

You must have a suitable relationship with the event sponsor to submit an event (i.e. work for sponsor, belong to organization sponsoring event, etc.). You must be sure that no one else from the organization has already submitted the event. You should designate one person to handle all event submissions for the organization.

No events / activities / organizations / individuals, etc. which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven"). No scandalous interfaith events / activities or those which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

No prohibited activities / events / sponsors, etc. (including immoral, illegal, sinful, sexual, illicit, controversial, questionable sponsors / events / activities or those which promote or are favorable to divorce, annulment, immorality, unchastity, "birth control", "family planning", feminism, anti-Catholic sentiments, unchaste behaviors, or anything else inappropriate / unsuitable or against Gospel or Church teachings)

No posts involving unapproved apparitions, private revelations or other unapproved occurrences / phenomena, medical, legal, financial, or political matters, "conspiracy theory", "end-times", anti-tradition, self employment / sales / "work at home opportunities", etc.

No dangerous / hazardous activities / events.

No saint, pope, or clergy bashing.

There is no guarantee that your submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. 

You may not pay to submit your event in this section. Paid advertisements are available in various commercial sections of this site. To advertise your event in the Classifieds section, click here. To advertise your event in other paid sections, click here.

Complete your post carefully according to the instructions and do NOT leave the reader with any questions regarding the event's position on issues. If the event's position is unclear, your post may be rejected automatically.

Note that the submitter is required to provide his/her e-mail address (and other information) which may appear on site. If this is undesirable, do not submit posts here. Please note that, for your protection, we recommend a cautious approach to providing personal information. Note that we generally recommend that you obtain a special e-mail account for use on this site. For additional considerations regarding the risks of providing e-mail addresses, click here. Please note that we may verify e-mail addresses provided and require a certain timely response. (Reminder: Our verification will not ask for personal information.) 

At our sole option, we may require submission of printed materials concerning events. 

This section is designed to assist Catholics, and is not intended for "free advertising". Posts are in summary form and do not include all details a potential attendee might be interested in. Do not attempt to include information other than what is asked for. For example, if you include a web address or a speaker name, your post may be automatically rejected. Please carefully follow all posting guidelines. If you do not follow the guidelines, your post may be automatically rejected.

If your event was previously listed and is no longer listed, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a short duration. For timetable information, click here. If you wish your event to appear for a longer duration than what is standard for this section, consider our low-cost commercial sections which may display listings for a month or longer.

This section is for planned, occasional events (i.e. one time only, annual, semi-annual, etc.) which are somewhat significant (i.e. are planned well in advance and which involve more than a few persons) and which are ordinarily open to the general Catholic public (although they may be limited to special groups of Catholics, i.e. those in religious life, traditional Catholics, etc.). They should occur on public grounds, Church grounds, holy sites, etc. (not residential areas). Catholic travel agencies should not use this section to promote regular pilgrimages or other trips. Instead, try the Classifieds section or other commercial sections on this site. Those attempting to violate our policies may be banned from further posting on this site.

No events harmful to any of God's creatures.

Be specific in your post, but do not include company names, organization names, speaker names, etc. If you include such detail, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection. As applicable, you may discuss such information privately with interested individuals.

Stick to the facts, do not exaggerate, and do not include additional information or commentary. No editorializing and no "marketing talk". Example: Don't say "Best Conference on History Ever!", instead, say: "Second Annual Church History Conference". Note: To use "marketing talk", try the Classifieds section or other commercial sections

If you submit a post containing inappropriate content, that post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection.

Be certain that your post is fully truthful, honest, and accurate before submitting. Note that we may verify any information you submit (although we are not required to). If any provided information is deemed inaccurate, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection.

Note that traditional Catholic events may receive preference. 

If we have questions about your submission, your post may be rejected.

If you violate our guidelines, your post - and all your future posts - may be rejected without recourse.

Please do not contact us regarding the status of your submission. 

Note that we do not endorse / recommend any individual(s) / organization(s) / group(s), etc. who may contact you regarding your post.

Events must originate in the U.S.A. Do not submit events which originate outside the U.S.

Please note that we may place a limit on the number of posts in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time.

We may prohibit posts from certain regions / sponsors / organizations / groups / individuals / etc. at our sole discretion. We may prohibit any post(s) at our sole discretion.

Limit one post per event. We may further limit participation on an individual or grouped basis at our sole option.

Please do not submit events already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Catholic Life Section

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Submit posts in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. No posts which don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist" or "progressive" teachings) or which seek to change traditional teachings.

DO NOT NAME ANY business, organization, individual, product, service, website, event, author, book, Catholic material, etc. or provide their contact information in your post. Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. 

Limited to (practicing) Roman Catholics only.

No discussion of unapproved apparitions or private revelations.

We know what the Lord says about divorce, therefore divorce is not a permissible topic for discussion. Do not submit any divorce, child custody, annulment, or "ex-spouse" type issues.

No financial or work-related posts. This section is for faith-type and Catholic family-type issues, not job/work/career related issues, third party "child care" issues, or other non-family interaction, non-faith related matters. Posts regarding home schooling, full-time mothering, and large families are sought and are greatly welcome. Posts which disparage or discourage traditional families may be subject to auto rejection and those who submit such posts may be banned from future posting. (Note: Do not discuss particular home schooling products or job opportunities here. For job opportunities, home schooling items, and other matters, consider the commercial sections of this site.)

No unsuitable topics - e.g. immorality, unchastity, or anything against Gospel or Church teachings.

Do not submit posts involving immoral/illegal activities, sexual topics, controversial/questionable topics, political matters, etc.

Posts should not contain gossip, derogatory comments, despair, inappropriate/explicit statements, abusive remarks, emotional rambling, judgments regarding others' motives, or "ranting and raving" type dialogue.

Do not include names, locations, or other identifying information. 

Do not discuss personal matters, sins, or other information that should be kept private.

No "feminist", "charismatic", or "new age" posts.

Topics such as "Taking up the Cross / Bearing Suffering" are intended as a resource to help others deal with suffering and challenges and not for the discussion of personal problems. Do not discuss particular details of one's cross, causes of suffering, individual's motives, etc. Instead, provide tips, helps, remedies, etc. in light of our Catholic faith. (Note: For discussion of personal problems, consult a good priest or other qualified individual.)

To keep this section informative, posts should have a definite point and not be structured in the form of a question. If you have a Catholic faith or Catholic family type question, consult a good priest, an appropriate, traditional catechism, or other suitable resource. (Note: If desired, you may also consider privately contacting individuals who have included their e-mail address. If so, use caution)

This section is intended for the sharing of advice, help, insights, etc. Therefore, please avoid unproductive complaining, worrying, despairing, etc. Please note that positively-phrased posts are preferred.

Each post on this site is independent. Do not refer to previous submissions (yours or others) with your post.

No posts advocating religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven") or scandalous interfaith activities.

Submit truthful information only. If in doubt, do not submit. Please be sure to stick to the facts and avoid editorializing.

Before submitting, be sure that your post is appropriate for this section. This section is not for announcements, answered prayers, good news stories (i.e. conversion stories, etc.), prayer requests, saintly involvement, or other topics already featured elsewhere in this site. For section information, click here.

Seniors: Although you are more than welcome to post here, you may find the Catholic Seniors section more tailored to your needs.

Limit one post per person, per topic.

Please do not submit posts already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful posts or copyright protected material. 

Note: If you have a Catholic Life/Catholic Family question or need assistance, please consult a good priest, an appropriate, traditional catechism, or other suitable resource. 

Catholic Seniors Section

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.  

Do not attempt to solicit to seniors. 

No discussion of the following topics: investments, trusts, credit cards, pharmaceuticals, refinancing, wills, legal matters, financial matters, doctors / specific health concerns, "miracle cures", "work at home opportunities", sales/commission opportunities, or specific products, services, companies, or organizations, etc. 

Please keep complaints to a minimum and avoid unnecessarily discussing past sins. Discussions of pain/suffering should be productive and avoid despairing. Instead, please emphasize ways to bear one's crosses. If you need assistance with a difficult burden, please contact a good priest or qualified professional. If desired, you may also contact individuals who have provided their e-mail address (if so, use caution).

This section is limited to Roman Catholics only. Submit only items in full communion with the Holy See. No inappropriate subject matter. Spiritual matters preferred. 

Seniors should be especially cautious about providing personal information and e-mail addresses. Note that you may put "N/A" rather than provide personal information or e-mail addresses where applicable. Have you read the introduction to this section?

Limit one post per person, per topic.

Church Talk (FRCC) Section

Posting in this section is limited to (practicing) Roman Catholics only.

Before posting, you should note that there are a large number of questions on this section's Add form. Although many of the questions offer the option "N/A", posts which contain more than a few "N/A's" may be subject to auto rejection. Therefore, you may wish to prepare your answers to these questions in advance (e.g. offline). For your convenience, we have created a worksheet to help you prepare offline (click here for worksheet). Before completing this worksheet, you should be sure that the church you are posting about is not already listed (see links below).

Submit Roman Catholic churches in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. Carefully avoid submitting any churches which don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist", "progressive", or "charismatic" churches) or which seek to change traditional teachings. 

No "independent" or schismatic churches (as defined by the Holy See).

Before submitting your post, make sure the church is not already listed. Click here to view all current church listings in this section. To search the current listings, click here. Note: If you submit posts regarding churches which are already listed, your post - and all your future posts (to this and all other sections on this site) - may be automatically rejected.

This section is designed for listings of exceptionally reverent or beautiful churches, or churches with a special significance (i.e. churches with historical significance, churches with certain special characteristics - such as large relic collections, etc.). It is not for superficial matters (e.g. "fun"/"friendly" churches). If you submit inappropriate material here, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be rejected. Please be sure to follow all instructions carefully.

Submit information only about churches you have visited personally (not those you have merely read about or heard about). No third party posts.

Do not submit untruthful or unverified information.

Churches may be subject to frequent changes. Therefore, please post only about churches you have visited personally within the last three (3) years. If it has been longer than three years since you've last seen the church, do not submit information about the church.

No information about unapproved apparitions or other unapproved occurrences/phenomena. (To be "approved", an apparition/occurrence, etc. must have official ecclesiastical approval at the proper hierarchical level.)

Do not attempt to promote your parish here if it does not meet the criteria for this section! [Note: Catholic churches may be listed at no charge in the MCS Directory. For more information, click here.] 

This section is currently limited to Roman Catholic churches in the U.S.A. only. Do not submit churches outside the U.S.A.

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. Do not name any business, organization, individual, product, service, website, Catholic material, etc. or provide contact information. Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

If you are unsure about a question on the Add page, you may ask the parish priest (do not guess!). Or, you may select "N/A" (where applicable). However, you should avoid selecting "N/A" frequently as posts which contain excessive "N/A's" may be subject to auto rejection. If you are unsure about the answers, you should hold off until you can answer more thoroughly. Note: See above for link to offline worksheet.

You may submit posts concerning churches you have visited only one time. However, it is preferable to submit posts concerning churches you are more familiar with.

This section is designed for Roman Catholic churches which are ordinarily open to the general Catholic public. 

Churches listed should be regular churches, not chapels. 

We may verify that churches you submit are listed in various resource material(s). If not found, we may reject your post (this may occur even though the church is legitimate).

Stick to the facts and do not use "marketing talk" - e.g. "best ever", "greatest", etc. Instead, phrase your comments as "I liked it best", or "I thought it was the greatest", etc. Be sure to express opinions only where permitted.

This section is designed to assist Catholics, and is not intended for "free advertising". Posts are in summary form and do not include all details a potential parishioner/visitor might be interested in. Do not attempt to include more information than what is requested. For example, if you include a web address or Mass times, your post may be automatically rejected. Please carefully follow all posting guidelines. If you do not follow the guidelines, your post may be automatically rejected. [Note: Catholic churches may be listed at no charge in the MCS Directory. For more information, click here.] 

With very few exceptions, please do not submit churches which have no kneelers or ones that are otherwise barren / protestantized.

Limit one submission per person, per 'favorite church'. Also, do not submit more than one post per month in this section. We may further limit participation on an individual or group basis at our sole option.

Roman Catholic churches of the Latin rite only, please.

Note that we may verify / update your post (or portions thereof).

We may give preference to traditional-minded churches.

No churches which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven") or which promote scandalous interfaith activities. No churches which promote or give approval to non-Catholic religions.

We may prohibit listings for certain churches or for all churches in certain dioceses or regions at our sole discretion. We may prohibit any listing(s) at our sole discretion.

Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. Do not contact us regarding your submission and do not resubmit. 

If your church was previously listed and is no longer listed, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a certain duration. For timetable information, click here. If you wish your listing to continue appearing, consider our low-cost commercial sections which may display listings for a month/a year, etc.

Please note that we may place a limit to the number of churches contained in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. We may be highly selective about posts in this section (thus, even suitable posts may not appear). [Note: Catholic churches may be listed at no charge in the MCS Directory. For more information, click here.]

You may not pay to list your church here. Paid advertisements are available in various commercial sections of this site. For additional information regarding commercial advertisements, click here. [Note: Catholic churches may be listed at no charge in the MCS Directory. For more information, click here.]

Click Here For Additional Information Regarding Options / Preferences

Coming Home Section

Limited to (practicing) Roman Catholics only. 

Submit posts full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. No posts which don't follow perennial Church teachings or who seek to have these teachings changed (e.g. "modernist" teachings).

Do not include names, locations, or other identifying information. Do not discuss individuals' sins or other information that should be kept private. 

No seeking validation for sins or for silence in the face of sin (remember that silence and consent to/defense of another's sins are ways of being an accessory to sin).

Submit truthful information only. If in doubt, do not submit.

No quoting Scripture out of context.

While this section is not designed for non-Catholics to post, remember that they may read your post. Therefore, be a good example of the Catholic Faith. Treat all individuals with patience and charity.

No judging another's motives. 

Unless a person is canonized or the information is somehow supernaturally revealed, we do not know whether a deceased person is in Heaven, Hell, or Purgatory. Therefore, no pronouncements on someone's ultimate salvation. When facing someone involved in grievous sins, it is most safe to warn of the seriousness of the situation, based on God's revelation, and not to personally condemn an individual to Hell. Remember that judgment is God's alone.

No religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven").

Each post on this site is independent. Do not refer to previous submissions (yours or others) with your post.

Do not phrase your post as a question.

Limit one post per person, per topic.

Please do not submit items already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful posts or third party posts.

No discussion of unapproved apparitions or private revelations.

No politically motivated submissions.

This section is for matters dealing with coming home to the Church, not for family related matters. Please do not submit 'coming home to the family' type stories here. 

Do not post prodigal son return stories here. Instead, post these stories in the Good News section.

Do not post news of conversion here. Instead, post these stories in the Good News section.

No despairing posts, please. Keep in mind the words of the angel in Luke 1:37: "for nothing will be impossible for God" and also persevere in your prayers and other good efforts. Note: To request prayers, click here.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. 

Reminder: We may consider posts submitted here for the various tips/support pages of this section.

Feed Your Faith Section

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Before posting, please be sure you are posting in the correct section. Submit tips for deepening / strengthening faith in the Feed Your Faith Section. Submit tips to help live out faith in the "Increase Holiness" section.

Limit one submission per person, per tip. 

Please do not submit tips already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Give & Take Section (Items Offered)

Offer low cost items only. No cash or cash equivalents, perishables, unsuitable items, etc.

Submit items in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. No items which don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist" / "progressive" / unorthodox / charismatic / new age, etc. items) or which seek to change traditional teachings. 

All religious items must be Catholic. 

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. Do not name any business, organization, individual, product number, service, website, etc. or provide contact information (e.g. phone numbers, web/postal addresses, etc.). Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

Do not offer any books or other printed materials here. If you have a Catholic book to offer, visit the Catholic Book Review & Exchange section.

No inappropriate / unsuitable items (i.e. illegal, immoral, hazardous, controversial, questionable, sexual, illicit, political, birth-control / "family planning", divorce / annulment related, feminist, anti-Catholic, anti-Papal, unchaste, inappropriate, sinful, or anything against Gospel or Church teachings).

No sedevacantist / schismatic (as defined by the Holy See), "conspiracy theory", "end-times", or anti-tradition items.

Do not offer prohibited items (e.g. weapons, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, illegal, dangerous / hazardous items, medical / legal / financial items, self-employment / commission related items, etc.).

No items which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven") or scandalous interfaith activities. No items which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

Posts which disparage or discourage traditional families may be subject to auto rejection and those who submit such posts may be banned from future posting.

No posts involving unapproved apparitions, private revelations, or other unapproved occurrences / phenomena. (To be "approved", an apparition / occurrence, etc. must have official ecclesiastical approval at the proper hierarchical level.)

Do not include any of the following with your post: web addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, political statements. If you include such information, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection. 

For widest variety in this section, we may limit some listings at our sole option. For example, if 50 individuals submit offers for free rosaries, we may limit the number which appear on the site to just a few.

You may combine items if they are the same or are related. For example, if you have 25 rosaries to give away, you should submit only one post and indicate the quantity in the 'Maximum Qty. Offered' field. Do not submit multiple posts for the same item! You may combine related items on a single post if you wish to transfer all items together (i.e. Holy Water Font & Holy Water Bottle). 

Limit one submission per item, per person. Also, do not submit more than five posts per week in this section. We may further limit participation on an individual or group basis at our sole option.

This section is limited to original items only. No unauthorized copies or duplications. 

Please avoid offering items in poor condition. We may limit or prohibit listings of items indicated to be in poor condition.

Be specific about what you are offering, but do not include any brand names, store names, manufacturer names, product codes, etc. If you include such detail, your post - and all your future posts to this site (not just this section)- may be subject to auto rejection. As applicable, you may such information privately with interested individuals. 

Do not attempt to leave fields blank, answer questions improperly, or include other information besides what is asked for. If you don't follow all instructions, your post - and all your future posts - may be automatically rejected.

Do not provide any pricing information! Posts containing pricing information may be subject to auto rejection. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Stick to the facts and do not use "marketing talk" - e.g. "best ever", "most durable", etc.

Note that an e-mail address will be required in order to contact you regarding availability, terms, etc. Please note that, for your protection, we recommend a cautious approach to providing e-mail information and we generally recommend that you obtain a special e-mail account for use on this site. For additional considerations regarding the risks of providing e-mail addresses, click here. Note that if you do not wish to include your e-mail address, you will be unable to participate in this section. Please note that we may verify e-mail addresses provided and require a certain timely response. (Reminder: Our verification will not ask for personal information.)

We recommend that you include a "final date" to notify users not to contact you after that date. Unfortunately, however, there is no guarantee that you will not be contacted after that time. Note that posts may appear on the site for a long time and that we cannot honor requests to remove items which are no longer available. Click here for general timetable information.

No selling of items here! If you charge for shipping, the amount charged should not greatly exceed your cost to ship the item. (Note: If you have items to sell, consider placing an inexpensive ad in one or more of the commercial sections of this site.) If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

No posts regarding: investments, trusts, credit cards, pharmaceuticals, herbal remedies, refinancing, wills, legal matters, financial matters, doctors / specific health concerns, "miracle cures", "work at home opportunities", sales/commission opportunities, self-employment opportunities, or specific products, services, companies, or organizations, etc. 

Do not attempt to advertise or promote your products / services, website, etc. or include any unorthodox / questionable, etc. material with your correspondence or transfers. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Offer for transfer only items for which you are the true and lawful owner with the full right of disposal.

If items offered for transfer have been blessed by a Roman Catholic priest, you should indicate this in the description field [e.g. "Rosary (blessed)"]. Remember that those who sell/purchase blessed items may be guilty of the sin of Simony.

Reminder: Don't transfer anything you can't afford to or don't want to be without. Sharing with others involves risk and you should be sure to carefully consider all aspects of transfers before participating in them. Note that we are not a party to any of your transaction(s) and that we do not mediate disputes. All transactions (including offers, transfers, sending / receiving, contacts / correspondence, etc.) are at your own risk. Click here for more important considerations regarding participation in such activities.

Items & posts in English only.

U.S. based transfers only.

Users are responsible for learning of and following all legal requirements related to any offers, contacts / correspondence, transfers, etc.

You are solely responsible for all tax, legal, etc. implications - and for all other consequences - of your transactions (including all offers, transfers, contacts / correspondence, etc.). 

No third party posts.

Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. Do not contact us regarding the status of your submission and do not resubmit. 

If your post was previously listed but no longer appears, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a short duration. For timetable information, click here. 

Please note that we may place a limit on the number of posts in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time. 

Catholic items may receive preference. Additional preference may be given to traditional items.

Catholic items of the Latin rite only, please.

Be certain that your post is fully truthful, honest, and accurate before submitting. If in doubt, do not submit. We may verify any information you submit (although we are not required to). If any provided information is deemed inaccurate, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection.

If we have questions about what your item is, your post may be rejected. 

We may prohibit any item(s)/post(s) at our sole discretion.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. Due to space or other considerations, we may be selective about posts (thus, even suitable posts may not appear).

Note that we do not endorse / recommend any individual(s) / organization(s) / group(s), etc. who may contact you regarding your post.

Note that the following linked pages, as well as the "Add post" page, and all other pages related to this section, are incorporated as part of the terms of use of this site. You should carefully review all such pages before participating in this section. Reminder: By using this site you indicate agreement to all our terms.

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Give & Take Section (Items Wanted)

Reasonable requests only. Items requested should be of low cost. No requests for cash or cash equivalents (including postage, food stamps, etc.), perishables, unsuitable items, etc.

Request items in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. No items which don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist" / "progressive" / unorthodox / charismatic / new age, etc. items) or which seek to change traditional teachings. 

Do not disclose any identifying information (e.g. your name, specific location, etc.) or personal information that should be kept private (i.e. personal details, information about one's sins, personal matters, etc.). Note that you may select "(decline to state)" rather than include your state. Remember that you should be careful about all personal information - even your name! By disclosing any personal information, you may put yourself and your loved ones at risk.

All religious items requested must be Catholic. 

No organizational requests.

Do not request books or other printed materials here. If you want to obtain/exchange Catholic books, try the Catholic Book Review & Exchange section.

No requests for inappropriate / unsuitable items (i.e. illegal, immoral, hazardous, controversial, questionable, sexual, illicit, political, birth-control / "family planning", divorce / annulment related, feminist, anti-Catholic, anti-Papal, unchaste, inappropriate, or sinful items, or anything against Gospel or Church teachings).

Items requested here should be for use and not for resale. Do not attempt to profit by reselling items obtained by use of this section. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. or provide any contact information (e.g. phone numbers, web/postal addresses, etc.). Do not name any business, organization, individual, product number, service, website, etc. Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

This section is intended as a resource to help those in need of assistance. It is not for the discussion of one's sufferings / challenges / personal problems, etc. Do not discuss particular details of one's cross, causes of suffering, etc. here. (Note: For discussion of personal problems, consult a good priest or other qualified individual.)

No sedevacantist / schismatic (as defined by the Holy See) or anti-tradition item requests.

Do not request prohibited items (e.g. weapons, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, illegal, dangerous / hazardous items, medical / legal / financial items, self-employment / commission related items, etc.).

No item requests which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven") or scandalous interfaith activities. No item requests which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

Posts which disparage or discourage traditional families may be subject to auto rejection and those who submit such posts may be banned from future posting.

No posts involving unapproved apparitions, private revelations, or other unapproved occurrences / phenomena. (To be "approved", an apparition / occurrence, etc. must have official ecclesiastical approval at the proper hierarchical level.)

Do not include any of the following with your post: web addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, political statements. If you include such information, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection. 

For widest variety in this section, we may limit some listings at our sole option. For example, if 50 individuals submit requests for free rosaries, we may limit the number which appear on the site to just a few.

You may combine item requests if they are the same or are related. For example, if you need 5 rosaries, you should submit only one post and indicate that you need 5. Do not submit multiple posts for the same item! You may combine related item requests on a single post if desired (i.e. Holy Water Font & Holy Water Bottle). 

Limit one submission per item requested, per person. Also, do not submit more than five posts per week in this section. We may further limit participation on an individual or group basis at our sole option.

This section is limited to original items only. Do not request unauthorized copies or duplications. 

Be specific about what you are requesting, but do not include any brand names, store names, manufacturer names, product codes, etc. If you include such detail, your post - and all your future posts to this site (not just this section) - may be subject to auto rejection. As applicable, you may such information privately with interested individuals.

Do not attempt to leave fields blank, answer questions improperly, or include other information besides what is asked for. If you don't follow all instructions, your post - and all your future posts - may be automatically rejected.

Do not provide any pricing information! Posts containing pricing information may be subject to auto rejection. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

No posts regarding: investments, trusts, credit cards, pharmaceuticals, herbal remedies, refinancing, wills, legal matters, financial matters, doctors / specific health concerns, "miracle cures", "work at home opportunities", sales/commission opportunities, self-employment opportunities, or specific products, services, companies, or organizations, etc. 

Be honest, stick to the facts, and do not exaggerate.

Do not include personal details. Note that "single parent" / "divorced parent" situations are (generally or often) against Church teachings and should not be used to engender sympathy. Do not include any such information.

Note that an e-mail address will be required in order to contact you regarding logistics, terms, etc. Please note that, for your protection, we recommend a cautious approach to providing e-mail information and we generally recommend that you obtain a special e-mail account for use on this site. For additional considerations regarding the risks of providing e-mail addresses, click here. Note that if you do not wish to include your e-mail address, you will be unable to participate in this section. Please note that we may verify e-mail addresses provided and require a certain timely response. (Reminder: Our verification will not ask for personal information.)

We recommend that you include a "final date" to notify users not to contact you after that date. Unfortunately, however, there is no guarantee that you will not be contacted after that time. Note that posts may appear on the site for a long time and that we cannot honor requests to remove requests for items which are no longer needed. Click here for general timetable information.

No buying of items here! If you are charged for shipping, the amount charged should not greatly exceed the cost to ship the item. (Note: If you are looking to buy items, consider the commercial sections of this site or place a "Wanted" ad in the Classifieds.) If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

It may be acceptable to periodically request hard to find items here even without pressing financial need. However, regular (repeat) users of this section should have a financial need for items requested. 

Do not attempt to advertise or promote your products / services, website, etc. or include any unorthodox / questionable, etc. material with your correspondence or transfers. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Reminder: Sharing with others involves risk and you should be sure to carefully consider all aspects of transfers before participating in them. Note that we are not a party to any of your transaction(s) and that we do not mediate disputes. All transactions (including requests, transfers, sending / receiving, contacts / correspondence, etc.) are at your own risk. Click here for more important considerations regarding participation in such activities.

Items & posts in English only.

U.S. based transfers only.

Users are responsible for learning of and following all legal requirements related to any requests, contacts, correspondence, transfers, etc.

You are solely responsible for all tax, legal, etc. implications - and for all other consequences - of your transactions (including all requests, transfers, contacts / correspondence, etc.). 

Do not request that items be transferred to any other party besides yourself. If you wish to request an item that you will personally transfer to another individual, it is called a "subsequent transfer" (click here for additional information / requirements). Do not proceed unless you properly meet all requirements.

Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. Do not contact us regarding the status of your submission and do not resubmit. 

If your post was previously listed but no longer appears, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a short duration. For timetable information, click here. If you wish your post to appear for a longer duration than what is standard for this section, consider our low-cost commercial sections which may display listings for a month/a year, etc.

Please note that we may place a limit on the number of posts in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time.

Requests for Catholic items may receive preference. Additional preference may be given to traditional item requests.

Request Catholic items of the Latin rite only, please.

Be certain that your post is fully truthful, honest, and accurate before submitting. If in doubt, do not submit. We may verify any information you submit (although we are not required to). If any provided information is deemed inaccurate, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection.

If we have questions about your requested item, your post may be rejected. 

We may prohibit requests for any item(s) (or any post) at our sole discretion.

You may not pay to include your post here. Paid advertisements are available in various commercial sections of this site. To advertise in the Classifieds section, click here. To advertise in other paid sections, click here. For additional information regarding commercial advertisements, click here.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. Due to space or other considerations, we may be selective about posts (thus, even suitable posts may not appear). [Note: If you don't have success here, you may wish to consider an inexpensive Classified Ad (e.g. Wanted Ad).]

Note that we do not endorse / recommend any individual(s) / organization(s) / group(s), etc. who may contact you regarding your post.

Note that the following linked pages, as well as the "Add post" page, and all other pages related to this section, are incorporated as part of the terms of use of this site. You should carefully review all such pages before participating in this section. Reminder: By using this site you indicate agreement to all our terms.

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Good News Section

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

"Prodigal Son" stories also include "Prodigal Daughter" stories.

Reminder: This section is NOT  for: 

Fables or embellished stories. This section is for factual accounts only ("story" does not mean "fable"). Submit true accounts only.

Answered prayer stories. Instead, post these stories in the 'Answered Prayers' Section.

Announcements of pregnancy, birth, reception of Sacraments, etc. Instead, post these in the 'Announcements' Section.

Inspirational stories. Instead, post these in the 'Personal Stories of Inspiration' Section

Good News of the Gospel. For Good News of the Gospel, see the Scripture/Parables Section.

Does My Story Belong in This Section?

Limit one submission per person, per story. 

Please do not submit stories already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Please omit names, locations, and other identifying information.

Do not submit untruthful items or items relating to unapproved apparitions. 

Increase Holiness Section

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Reminder: Please be sure to post in the correct section. Submit tips for living out faith in the 'Increase Holiness' Section. Submit tips to deepen faith in the 'Feed Your Faith' Section. 

Limit one submission per person, per tip. 

Please do not submit tips already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

This section is for personal tips, not tips for groups.

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Latin Mass & Catholic Tradition Section

Limited to (practicing) Roman Catholics only.

Notice: We especially ask you to make a particular effort in this section to present all remarks in a clear and charitable fashion. We recognize that traditionalists are - and rightly so - very passionate about various issues, but we ask you to watch the wording of posts so that they may not tend to turn off others due to excessive harshness or hostility. It might be helpful to re-read posts one or more times before submitting them. Our goal here is to set a good example to those who are not yet traditional Catholics as we attempt to educate them about the venerable traditions of the Church. We therefore respectfully 'beseech you, that you walk worthy of the vocation in which you are called. With all humility, and mildness, with patience, supporting one another in charity' (Eph. 4:1-2). Please share your knowledge through good example so that others may be 'won over' to traditionalism by your virtuous behavior (see 1 Pet. 3). 

Submit posts in full communion with the perennial Magisterium only. No posts which don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist" or "progressive" teachings) or which seek to change traditional teachings.

DO NOT NAME ANY business, organization, individual, product, service, website, event, author, book, Catholic material, etc. or provide their contact information in your post. Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. 

No pope or clergy bashing.

Submit posts in English only. You may include small phrases in Latin providing: (1) They are contained in the traditional Latin Mass, and (2) You provide the full & specific reference for the passage (e.g. "First Sentence of Introit for Mass of Tuesday in Holy Week"), and (3) You provide the proper English translation, and (4) You omit all symbols. Despite this provision, we highly discourage posts in Latin as we do not have the personnel to permit Latin language posting. If you do include any Latin with your post, you should be sure that it is absolutely essential to your post - even if just a single word in Latin. Note that posts containing Latin may experience delays in processing and may be subject to auto rejection even if they are suitable posts. Therefore, please do not include any Latin in your post. We regret this inconvenience and hope this site may be more accommodating towards Latin posts in the future. Note: If you have excellent Latin skills and would be interested in volunteering your services for this site, please contact us and provide us with information on your Latin skills, your availability, and your contact information.

NO POSTS ENDORSING "ILLICIT" OR SCHISMATIC ACTIVITIES (as defined by the Holy See).

No Sedevacantist posts.

Please use kindness when talking about the Novus Ordo. We want to be a good example of Traditionalism and not turn off individuals who visit this section due to excessive complaints, finger pointing, condemnations, etc. Remember that many individuals are not even aware of the Traditional Mass and all that Catholic Tradition has to offer them. Rather than insult "Novus Ordo" Catholics for things which they may have had no control over, we must try to assist them charitably towards Traditionalism. 

Please keep in mind this saintly advice: 

"We should remember that [Jesus Christ] himself said that by gentleness we inherit the earth. If we act on this we will win people over so that they will turn to the Lord. That will not happen if we treat people harshly or sharply." (St. Vincent de Paul) 

"Jesus is also gentle in his words. When he dwelt on earth he won everyone over by his gentle speech. Never was he heard to raise his voice or argue heatedly." (St. Louis de Montfort)

Treat all individuals and the Church with great respect and civility and make your points with reasoned, rather than emotional arguments. For example, rather than rattle off negative adjectives to describe a new liturgical practice, make your point by stating why a traditional practice is superior (using Scripture, history, papal documents, writings of the saints, etc.). You may also want to show the fruits of traditional practices and their historical framework.

Please be willing to give others the benefit of the doubt and do not make judgments regarding others' motives. Employ humility, avoid undue harshness, and present all posts as good examples of Catholic traditionalism. 

No discussion of unapproved apparitions or private revelations.

Stick to the facts. Be sure all elements of your post are truthful and are not taken out of context. If in doubt, do not post. If expressing an opinion, indicate that it is an opinion.

Each post on this site is independent. Do not refer to previous submissions (yours or others) with your post.

Note: The term "Latin Mass" used in this section refers to the Traditional Latin Mass, not the new Mass said in Latin.

To keep this section informative, posts should have a definite point and not be structured in the form of a question (except Q & A posts). Note that Q & A posts must include an answer. To submit a question alone for consideration on this site, click here. Also, for answers to questions, consult a good priest, an appropriate, traditional catechism, or other suitable resource. (Note: If desired, you may also consider privately contacting responsible individuals who have included their e-mail address. If so, use caution)

Do not include names, locations, or other identifying information or include details that should be kept private (i.e. information regarding sins, personal matters, etc.).

No name calling or political posts.

No "end times" posts. 

Posts should not contain gossip, derogatory comments, despair, inappropriate/explicit statements, abusive remarks, emotional rambling, judgments regarding others' motives, or "ranting and raving" type dialogue.

This section is intended for the sharing of information, assistance, insights, etc. Therefore, please avoid unproductive complaining, worrying, despairing, etc. Remember that "nothing shall be impossible for God" (Luke 1:37). Please note that positively-phrased posts are preferred.

Limit one post per person, per topic.

Please do not submit posts already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful or unverified information.

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Notable Catholic Laity Section (Influential Catholics)

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Individuals should be influential in matters of faith (not other matters).

Individuals must have a positive influence.

List Roman Catholic laity in full communion with the Holy See only. Do not include those who don't follow Church teachings, who don't practice their faith, or who seek to have Church teachings changed. 

Individuals are not influential because of their position alone, but because of how they live out the faith.

All individuals listed do not need to be "most" influential. It is sufficient if you are influenced by this person enough to make a positive change in your life (i.e. to live better according to Catholic and Gospel principles).

Sometimes a Catholic will do something small that has a large influence on us and helps us live our faith better. These types of stories are quite appropriate for this section.

It is possible to be influenced by fellow Catholics whom we have never met personally (i.e. correspond via e-mail, see at Mass, read about in a Catholic publication, etc.). Therefore, it is not necessary to know the name of an influential individual (providing there is no doubt as to their Catholicity).

Discuss how this person affects you, not someone else in your submission.

Influential individuals should help you to faithfully live out the Catholic faith according to the Gospel principles, and are not necessarily those who make you "feel good".

If the influential individual is a priest, do not post here. Instead, please consider posting in the Priests & Vocations section (the "Notable Catholic Laity" section is designed for laity, not clergy).

Do not include names (you may use initials), or identifying information, or personal information that should be kept private (i.e. specific sins, etc.).

No judgments regarding others' motives.

Please stick to the facts.

No unsuitable topics (e.g. divorce, unchastisty, or anything against Church teachings).

You may submit posts regarding living or deceased persons.

The goal of this section is to let others learn from your experiences; it is not designed for public thank you's addressed to specific persons. If you wish to direct a personal message to an influential individual, please consider a classified ad or a sponsorship.

This section is not for fables or embellished stories. This section is for factual accounts only ("story" does not mean "fable"). Submit true accounts only.

Limit one submission per "influential individual", per person. 

Please do not submit posts already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Do not third party posts. 

Notable Catholic Laity Section (Well-Known Catholics)

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Submit Roman Catholic laity in full communion with the Holy See only. 

Do not submit individuals already listed! Click here to view all listings. If you submit individuals who are already listed, your post - and all your future posts - may be rejected. Please follow all guidelines. 

Posts highlighting faith-related accomplishments are preferred. For example, a listing for a Catholic founder of a charitable organization is preferable to one highlighting purely secular achievements (i.e. secular acting, secular singing, etc.).

Be sure to spell names correctly and to provide full names (unless known by another name).

Be certain that the individual you are submitting is Catholic. If you are uncertain, do not post!

Processing delays are not unexpected in this section. Do not contact us regarding your submission and do not resubmit.

Do not submit names of canonized saints here (exceptions may be made in cases of certain notorious achievements). Instead, see the Saints section.

While we are all sinners and are not to judge one another, "Some people's sins are public, preceding them to judgment" (1 Tim. 5:24). Since our purpose here is to show positive Catholic contributions, do not submit names of individuals who are notorious for not living out their Catholic faith (i.e. those who are clearly Catholic "in name only" or those who openly defy or reject Church teachings), or those who attempt to subvert or change the Church's teachings, or those who publicly engage in particularly notorious sins or particularly offensive public behaviors. If you disregard these instructions, your post - and all your future posts - may be rejected. 

Names submitted should be familiar to the general public. Lesser known individuals may be included if the accomplishment is important / significant.

You may submit names of living or deceased persons.

Do not submit politicians' names. (While politicians may be fine Catholics, the opportunities for scandal in this profession - combined with the potentially widespread impact of their actions and high profile jobs - may be extraordinary. We would prefer to exclude politicians rather than risk giving scandal should their actions be deemed harmful to the faith.)

You may submit names of converts if conversion information is put in brackets (see instructions provided).

Do not submit untruthful or unverified information.

If you submit inappropriate or nonfactual items, your post - and all your future posts - may be rejected. Please be sure to follow all instructions carefully.

Limit one submission per "well-known individual". 

Our Father's Love Section

Reminder: This section is NOT  for: 

Fables or embellished stories. This section is for factual accounts only ("story" does not mean "fable"). Submit true accounts only.

Answered prayer stories. Instead, post these stories in the 'Answered Prayers' Section.

Announcements of pregnancy, birth, reception of Sacraments, etc. Instead, post these in the 'Announcements' Section.

Inspirational stories. Instead, post these in the 'Personal Stories of Inspiration' Section.

Good news stories (i.e. conversion stories, good deeds, happy endings, modern day miracles, prodigal son return stories, etc.). Instead, post these in the 'Good News' Section.

Does My Story Belong in This Section?

Limit one submission per person, per story. 

Please omit names, locations, and other identifying information.

Please do not submit stories already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful stories or unverified third party stories. 

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Personal Stories of Inspiration

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only. Why?

Reminder: This section is NOT  for: 

Fables or embellished stories. This section is for factual accounts only ("story" does not mean "fable"). Submit true accounts only.

Stories not personal in nature. While certain tangible items (i.e. songs, artwork, etc.) may be inspiring, this section is for personal stories of inspiration.

Answered prayer stories. Instead, post these stories in the 'Answered Prayers' Section.

Announcements of pregnancy, birth, reception of Sacraments, etc. Instead, post these in the 'Announcements' Section.

Good news stories (good deeds, happy endings, conversion stories, etc.). Instead, post these in the 'Good News' Section.

Does My Story Belong in This Section?

Limit one submission per person, per story. 

Please omit names, locations, and other identifying information.

Please do not submit stories already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful stories or unverified third party stories. 

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Prayer Requests Section

Limit one prayer request per person, per intention. 

Please do not submit prayer requests already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

If requesting prayers for someone other than yourself, please secure their permission in advance or use initials or their first name only. Remember that God knows who our prayers are for. 

We may abbreviate submissions which include full names or those containing unusual names at our sole discretion. 

Special Notice: You should also contact your parish for prayers, Masses, etc. We regret that we are unable to process requests for this section on an immediate basis. For immediate or urgent prayer needs, please contact your parish. Please note that we cannot guarantee that any specific prayer request will appear on the site.

Prayers & Devotions Section ("Prayer Exchange")

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Catholic prayers from Catholic sources only.

Submit short prayers / prayers tips only (not to exceed 750 characters in length).

No modernist prayers / prayer tips.

No politically motivated prayers / tips.

Prayers with Ecclesiastical approval preferred.

Submit prayers in English only.

Stick to the prayer or prayer tip - do not include additional information or commentary.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your request does not appear, do not resubmit. 

Before submitting your post, make sure your prayer / prayer tip is not already listed. Click here to view the Prayer Exchange. To search the Prayer Exchange, click here.

We may give preference to traditional prayers / tips.

Limit one submission per person, per prayer or prayer tip. 

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Priests & Vocations Section

Posting in this section is limited to (practicing) Roman Catholics only.

Submit Roman Catholic priests in full communion with the Holy See only. Do not include those who don't follow traditional Church teachings (e.g. "modernist" or "progressive" priests) or who seek to have Church teachings changed. 

No unorthodox priests, "charismatic" priests, or priests who approve of and/or promote novelty.

No priests for "independent" or schismatic (as determined by the Holy See) churches. 

Serious, meaningful posts only. This section is especially designed to highlight genuine spiritual matters and is not for superficial matters (e.g. "Father A is so friendly!", "Fr. A gives fun homilies!", etc.). We may reject posts that we deem are unorthodox/questionable/not spiritually meaningful, etc. (e.g. "Fr. A is fun!", "Fr. A. makes me feel better about my sin!", "Fr. A makes Mass fun!", etc.). If you submit inappropriate material here, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be rejected. Please be sure to follow all instructions carefully.

Submit only priests who are good shepherds and provide a good example. No priests who don't take their vocation, the Sacraments, the Faith, etc. seriously.

Do not include the priest's name! If desired, you may use initials (e.g. "Fr. A").

Do not include any identifying information (e.g. diocese name, parish name, location, etc.) or personal information that should be kept private (i.e. specific sins, confession details, etc.).

Show the utmost respect when discussing priests (who "have powers not granted even unto the angels"). 

Discuss good priests only. No negative comments about priests.

No unsuitable topics (e.g. divorce, unchastisty, or anything against Church teachings).

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. Do not name any business, organization, individual, product, service, website, Catholic church, etc. or provide contact information. Posts containing such references may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

Please limit posts to the discussion of one matter only. Although it may be difficult to narrow down, select what you feel is most outstanding priestly quality/virtue related to your post (see the 'Category' field). Then ask yourself how the priest helped you, inspired you, what the impact was, etc.

Submit true accounts only.

Discuss only one priest per post.

Do not attempt to promote your parish here! Instead, consider the commercial sections of this site.

Posts concerning living or deceased priests are acceptable.

Submit posts concerning priests only. Do not submit posts about other religious (e.g. brothers, nuns, etc.).

Limit posts to priests of the Latin rite only, please.

Limit one post per person, per 'special priest'.

The goal of this section is to let others learn from your experiences; it is not designed for public thank you's. If you wish to publish a thank you message, please consider a classified ad or a sponsorship.

No posts which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven") or scandalous interfaith activities. No posts which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. Due to space or other considerations, we may be selective about posts (thus, even suitable posts may not appear).

If you submit inappropriate material here, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be rejected. Please be sure to follow all instructions carefully.

Saints Section ("Saint Information Exchange")

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

Submit only persons recognized as saints by the Holy See. Roman Catholics only!

This section is designed to discuss those actually canonized and not those whose causes are still pending. No non-canonized Blesseds or Venerables. No so-called "living saints".

We may verify that individuals you submit are listed in various resource material(s). If not found, we may reject your post (this may occur even though a particular saint is validly canonized).

Make sure to spell saints' names correctly. Please include alternative spellings in brackets (if applicable).

Limit one post per individual, per saint.

No politically motivated submissions.

Submit truthful information only. If in doubt, do not submit.

No "saint-bashing".

Besides the saint's information, do not include individual's names (you may use initials), or identifying information, or personal information that should be kept private (i.e. specific sins, etc.). 

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. 

Please do not submit items already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit untruthful posts or third party posts. 

Do not submit copyright protected material. 

Scripture Exchange

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only. 

Please request no more than 3 verses of your favorite scriptural passage. 

Note that Scripture numbering may vary depending upon the Bible translation used. (We may use the Douay-Rheims Bible, New American Bible, etc.)

No seemingly mean-spirited or politically charged submissions. 

Avoid passages which may be easily taken out of context or which require explanation.

The Scripture Exchange is not designed to replace your Bible, but to highlight and share favorite scriptural passages. We may therefore place a limit on the number of passages/topics in the Scripture Exchange.  

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your request does not appear, do not resubmit. 

Before submitting your post, make sure your request is not already listed on the Scripture Exchange. Click here to view Scripture Exchange passages. To search the Scripture Exchange, click here.

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Limit one submission per person, per passage.

St. Francis of Assisi Section

Limit one listing per person, per pet. 

No inappropriate sounding pet names.

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular post will appear on this site.

You may combine names of relatives or companions (i.e. "Fluffy & Puffy").

Living or deceased okay (Note: 'Death is not natural', but came about as a result of sin. Those of us who have come to love an animal know that our love for them does not end at death). 

Submit pet names only. Do not include other information besides what is asked for.

You should NEVER submit any pet name that you may use / have used / will use / etc. as a password in any system whatsoever! 

Click Here for "People & Animals" Information

Please do not submit posts already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit posts for others. 

Volunteers' Corner (Volunteer Opportunities)

All religious activities must be Catholic. Do not request volunteers for any religious activities which are not Catholic - Request volunteers only for Roman Catholic events / activities / organizations, etc. in full communion with the perennial Magisterium. No activity / event / organization, etc. which doesn't follow traditional Roman Catholic teachings (e.g. "modernist", "progressive", unorthodox, "feminist", "charismatic", anti-Catholic, "new age", etc. organizations / activities / events, etc.) or which seeks to have traditional Church teachings changed, or which adheres to / promotes any kind of questionable orthodoxy.

Do not request volunteers for any activity / event / organization, etc. which is at odds with traditional Roman Catholic teachings or practices.  

Do not request volunteers for any non-Catholic "church" or for any non-Catholic "Christian" (or other religious) organization.  

NO posts endorsing "illicit", Sedevacantist, or schismatic (as defined by the Holy See) activities / organizations / events, etc.

This section is for serious, meaningful posts only. Do not request volunteers for purely recreational, "Catholic buddy" or "pen-pal" type activities here. This section is not designed for superficial matters or for purely social activities, but rather to help those who are genuinely in need of assistance. Note: If you are interested in recreational activities, try the MCS Directory (e.g. "Arts, Entertainment & Recreation") or the Classified Ads section (e.g. "Catholic Buddies", Events, etc.). Note that we may reject posts that appear purely social. 

Do not request volunteers for events/activities, etc. held primarily to promote products, services, websites, businesses, organizations, etc.

Reasonable requests only. 

Do not offer any compensation for volunteer services. If you are seeking to hire individuals, consider an inexpensive ad in a commercial section of this site (e.g. "Employment" ads in the Classified Ads section). Note: If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Request appropriate volunteer services only. Do not seek donations or other payments of money, materials, etc. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

You should be especially cautious about requesting / utilizing the services of unknown persons. It may be wise to limit participation to activities/events, etc. occurring on known, safe public grounds (and not in residential areas or on other private grounds). 

You are solely responsible for all tax, legal, etc. implications - and for all other consequences - of your volunteer related activities (including requests for/selection of/use of, etc. volunteers). Remember that you may be held liable for the safety of (and for all activities of) volunteers and for their possessions - as well as for all their actions. Do NOT request/utilize volunteer assistance if you cannot afford to be liable/responsible for volunteers, for their possessions, and for the consequences of their actions. Note that this liability may extend from portal to portal.

Limit one submission per person / organization / group, etc. per month in this section. We may further limit participation on an individual or grouped basis at our sole option. Please avoid requesting volunteers if a previous request of yours still appears here. Click here to view current listings in this section. To search the current listings, click here.

We may allow individual(s), groups, organizations, etc. to request volunteers here at our sole option. 

This section is intended as a resource to help those in need of assistance. It is not for the discussion of one's sufferings / challenges / personal problems, etc. Do not discuss particular details of one's cross, causes of suffering, etc. here. (Note: For discussion of personal problems, consult a good priest or other qualified individual.)

Do not disclose any identifying information (e.g. your name, specific location, etc.) or personal information that should be kept private (i.e. personal details, information about one's sins, personal matters, etc.). Note that you may select "(decline to state)" rather than include your state. Remember that you should be careful about all personal information - even your name! By disclosing any personal information, you may put yourself and your loved ones at risk.

Request volunteers only for activities that are lawful and safe. 

Do not request volunteers for dangerous / hazardous activities.

Third party posts may be allowed under certain conditions. For requirements & for more information, click here.

If a volunteer request in any way involves/affects someone other than the person submitting the request for assistance (e.g. a landlord, a roommate, an employer, a sibling, or any other individual, organization, etc.), it is considered a third party request and is subject to certain requirements. For more information, click here. Note that if you submit a third party request, you agree to take full responsibility for all consequences, actions, activities, volunteer(s), individual(s), property / possessions, outcomes, contacts/correspondence, etc. for all parties, without limitation, and without any recourse to us. By submitting a third party request (including submitting a post or responding to a post), you indicate agreement to all our terms.

NO babysitting / childcare related requests.

Do not submit any divorce, child custody, annulment, or "ex-spouse" related posts. Note that "single parent" / "divorced parent" situations are (generally or often) against Church teachings and are not an acceptable topic here. 

Posts which disparage or discourage traditional families may be subject to auto rejection and those who submit such posts may be banned from future posting.

No posts regarding: investments, trusts, credit cards, pharmaceuticals, herbal remedies, refinancing, wills, legal matters, financial matters, doctors / specific health concerns, "miracle cures", "work at home opportunities", sales/commission opportunities, self-employment opportunities, or specific products, services, companies, or organizations, etc. 

Do not request medical, legal, or financial services or advice.

No requests for assistance with political activities.

No requests for assistance with "personal shopping".

No "conspiracy theory", "end-times", or anti-tradition posts.

No posts regarding immoral / illegal, sinful, sexual, illicit, controversial / questionable, or other inappropriate / unsuitable topics (e.g. divorce / annulment related, immorality, unchastity, "birth control", "family planning", feminist, anti-Catholic, unchaste, or anything against Gospel or Church teachings).

No saint, pope, or clergy bashing.

No posts involving unapproved apparitions, private revelations, or other unapproved occurrences / phenomena. (To be "approved", an apparition / occurrence, etc. must have official ecclesiastical approval at the proper hierarchical level.)

Do not include any of the following with your post: web addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, political statements. If you include such information, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection.

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. Do not name any business, organization, individual, product, service, website, event, author, book, speaker, Catholic material, Catholic church, etc. or provide contact information (e.g. phone numbers, web / postal addresses, etc.). If you include such information, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding inexpensive advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

Do not provide any pricing information! Posts containing pricing information may be subject to auto rejection. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Do not attempt to advertise or promote your products / services / website, etc. or engage in any unorthodox / questionable, etc. activity/discussion/correspondence, etc. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Each post on this site is independent. Do not refer to previous submissions (yours or others) with your post. If you do, your post may be rejected automatically.

Catholic activities should be of the Latin rite only, please.

No posts/organizations/activities/opportunities/events, etc. which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven"). No scandalous interfaith activities or those which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

Be specific about what you are requesting, but do not include any company names, organization names, event names, etc. If you include such detail, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection. As applicable, you may discuss such information privately with interested individuals. 

No seemingly mean-spirited or politically motivated submissions. 

No name calling or derogatory comments.

Stick to the facts, do not exaggerate, and do not include additional information or commentary. No editorializing and no "marketing talk" (e.g. "best ever", "greatest", "most helpful", etc.). Be certain that your post is fully truthful, honest, and accurate before submitting. If in doubt, do not submit. We may verify any information you submit (although we are not required to). If any provided information is deemed inaccurate, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection. Note: To use "marketing talk", try the Classifieds section or other commercial sections.

Users are responsible for learning of and following all legal requirements, insurance/safety regulations, etc. related to any correspondence, volunteer requests, selection/use of volunteers, volunteer activities, etc. Remember that we do not provide legal or tax advice. Note: Be sure you do not engage in any unlawful discrimination.

Do not attempt to leave fields blank, answer questions improperly, or include other information besides what is asked for. If you don't follow all instructions, your post - and all your future posts - may be automatically rejected.

It is desirable that those who request volunteers here [including both those posting volunteer request(s) and those responding to volunteering offers(s)] have a financial need. Regular repeat requestors should have a financial need.

Posts in this section are in summary form and do not include all applicable items of interest. Do not attempt to include more information than is permitted. For example, if you include a web address or a name, your post may be automatically rejected. Note that if you do not follow all guidelines in this section, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be automatically rejected. Please follow all instructions carefully.

We recommend that you include a "final date" to notify users not to contact you after that date. Unfortunately, however, there is no guarantee that you will not be contacted after that time. Note that posts may appear on the site for a long time and that we cannot honor requests to remove volunteer requests which are no longer applicable. Click here for general timetable information.

Submit posts in English only.

This section is limited to volunteer activities / events / submitters / requestors in the U.S.A. only.

Please note that we may place a limit on the number of posts in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time.

For widest variety in this section, we may limit some listings at our sole option. For example, if 50 individuals submit requests for rosary making volunteers, we may limit the number which appear on the site to just a few.

You may request more than one volunteer in a single post. For example, if you need 10 volunteers, you should submit only one post and select "5-10" in the "Number of Volunteers Needed" field. Do not submit multiple posts! 

You must have a suitable relationship to the requestor to submit a volunteer request (i.e. work for organization, own the organization, family member, friend, etc.). Before submitting the request, you must be sure that no one else has already submitted it. You should designate one person to handle all submissions for the organization/group, etc.

If we have questions about your submission, your post may be rejected.

Requests for volunteers for Catholic activities may receive preference. Additional preference may be given to requests for volunteers for traditional Catholic activities.

Note that an e-mail address will be required in order to contact you regarding your requirements, terms, etc. Please note that, for your protection, we recommend a cautious approach to providing e-mail information and we generally recommend that you obtain a special e-mail account for use on this site. For additional considerations regarding the risks of providing e-mail addresses, click here. Note that if you do not wish to include your e-mail address, you will be unable to participate in this section. Please note that we may verify e-mail addresses provided and require a certain timely response. (Reminder: Our verification will not ask for personal information.) Also, at our sole option, we may require submission of printed materials concerning events. 

Reminder: Utilizing the services of volunteers involves risk. You should be sure to carefully consider all aspects of volunteer related activities before participation. Note that we are not a party to your volunteer related activities and we do not mediate disputes. Participation in any volunteer related activities (including contacts/correspondence, etc.) is at your own risk. Click here for more important considerations regarding volunteer related activities.

If you submit untruthful/inaccurate information here, or if you submit a post containing inappropriate content, that post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection.

Submit early! Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. If you are requesting volunteers for an event, the event should commence no less than one month from the date of your submission (and more is better). IF THE EVENT BEGINS IN LESS THAN ONE MONTH, DO NOT REQUEST VOLUNTEERS HERE. You may, however, request volunteers in the commercial sections of this site. For example, you may place an inexpensive Classified Ad. For more information on classifieds, click here. For information on other low-cost commercial advertisements, click here. Note: If you are in immediate need, consider contacting your parish for assistance.

Do not contact us regarding the status of your submission and do not resubmit. 

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. Due to space or other considerations, we may be selective about posts (thus, even suitable posts may not appear). [Note: If you don't have success here, you may wish to consider an inexpensive ad in the various commercial sections of this site (e.g. Classified Ads).]

If your post was previously listed but is no longer listed, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a short duration. For timetable information, click here. If you wish your post to appear for a longer duration than what is standard for this section, consider our low-cost commercial sections which may display listings for a month/a year, etc.

You may not pay to include your post here. Paid advertisements are available in various commercial sections of this site. To advertise in the Classifieds section, click here. To advertise in other paid sections, click here. For additional information regarding commercial advertisements, click here.

Note that we do not endorse / recommend any individual(s) / organization(s) / group(s), etc. who may contact you regarding your post.

We may prohibit posts from certain regions at our sole discretion. We may limit non-Catholic participation. We may prohibit any post(s) at our sole discretion.

Reminder: You should be careful not to reveal personal information unintentionally in your post(s) and other correspondence. Note that some options may disclose various types of information (i.e. type of requestor, your relationship to the requestor, your religious affiliation, etc.). Proceed at your own risk. Remember that any participation [including submitting a post(s)] is at your own risk. If you do not want to take such risks (or cannot afford to), you should not participate.

Note that the following linked pages, as well as the "Add Post" page, and all other pages related to this section, are incorporated as part of the terms of use of this site. You should carefully review all such pages before participating in this section. Reminder: By using this site you indicate agreement to all our terms.

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Volunteers' Corner (Available Volunteers)

All religious activities must be Catholic. Do not volunteer for any religious activities which are not Catholic - Volunteer only for Roman Catholic events / activities / organizations, etc. in full communion with the perennial Magisterium. Carefully avoid any organization / activity / event, etc. which doesn't follow traditional Roman Catholic teachings (e.g. "modernist", "progressive", unorthodox, "feminist", "charismatic", anti-Catholic, "new age", etc. organizations / activities / events, etc.) or which seeks to have traditional Church teachings changed, or which adheres to / promotes any kind of questionable orthodoxy.

Do not volunteer for any activity / event / organization, etc. which is at odds with traditional Roman Catholic teachings or practices.  

A faithful Catholic should be careful to avoid volunteering for any non-Catholic "church" or for any non-Catholic "Christian" (or other religious) organization. Although some may be seemingly harmless, your efforts may ultimately assist in the promotion of anti-Catholic teachings/practices, etc.

NO posts endorsing "illicit", Sedevacantist, or schismatic (as defined by the Holy See) activities / organizations / events, etc.

This section is for serious, meaningful posts only. Do not offer to assist with purely recreational, "Catholic buddy" or "pen-pal" type activities here. This section is not designed for superficial matters or for purely social activities, but rather to help those who are genuinely in need of assistance. Note: If you are interested in recreational activities, try the MCS Directory (e.g. "Arts, Entertainment & Recreation") or the Classified Ads section (e.g. "Catholic Buddies", Events, etc.). Note that we may reject posts that appear purely social. 

Do not volunteer for events/activities, etc. held primarily to promote products, services, websites, businesses, organizations, etc.

Reasonable offers only. 

Do not request or accept any payment or other benefit for your volunteer services. If you are seeking employment or other money making opportunities, consider an inexpensive ad in a commercial section of this site (e.g. "Wanted" ads in the Classified Ads section). Note: If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

You should be especially cautious about working for unknown individuals, groups, organizations, etc. It may be wise to limit participation to activities/events, etc. occurring on known, safe public grounds (and not in residential areas or on other private grounds). 

No group posts. If a group wants to volunteer, each group member should submit their own individual post.

You are responsible for any tax implications - and for all other consequences - of your volunteer related activities.

Limit one submission per person, per month in this section. We may further limit participation on an individual or grouped basis at our sole option. Please do not submit an offer to volunteer if a previous offer of yours still appears here. Note: Before submitting your post, make sure no previous volunteer offers of yours appear. Click here to view current listings in this section. To search the current listings, click here.

Do not disclose any identifying information (e.g. your name, specific location, etc.) or personal information that should be kept private (i.e. personal details, information about one's sins, personal matters, etc.). Note that you may select "(decline to state)" rather than include your state. Remember that you should be careful about all personal information - even your name! By disclosing any personal information, you may put yourself and your loved ones at risk.

Offer your volunteer services only for activities you can safely and lawfully complete. 

Do not volunteer for dangerous / hazardous activities.

No third party posts.

NO babysitting / childcare related posts.

Do not offer medical, legal, or financial services or advice.

No offers for "personal shopping".

No offers to assist in political activities.

No mail based volunteer activities.

Do not submit any divorce, child custody, annulment, or "ex-spouse" related posts. Note that "single parent" / "divorced parent" situations are (generally or often) against Church teachings and are not an acceptable topic here. 

Posts which disparage or discourage traditional families may be subject to auto rejection and those who submit such posts may be banned from future posting.

No posts regarding: investments, trusts, credit cards, pharmaceuticals, herbal remedies, refinancing, wills, legal matters, financial matters, doctors / specific health concerns, "miracle cures", "work at home opportunities", sales/commission opportunities, self-employment opportunities, or specific products, services, companies, or organizations, etc. 

No "conspiracy theory", "end-times", or anti-tradition posts.

No posts regarding immoral / illegal, sinful, sexual, illicit, controversial / questionable, or other inappropriate / unsuitable topics (e.g. divorce / annulment related, immorality, unchastity, "birth control", "family planning", feminist, anti-Catholic, unchaste, or anything against Gospel or Church teachings).

No saint, pope, or clergy bashing.

No posts involving unapproved apparitions, private revelations, or other unapproved occurrences / phenomena. (To be "approved", an apparition / occurrence, etc. must have official ecclesiastical approval at the proper hierarchical level.)

Do not include any of the following with your post: web addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, political statements. If you include such information, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection. 

Do not provide any pricing information! Posts containing pricing information may be subject to auto rejection. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Do not attempt to advertise here or otherwise promote your products/services/website, etc. Do not name any business, organization, individual, product, service, website, event, author, book, speaker, Catholic material, Catholic church, etc. or provide contact information (e.g. phone numbers, web / postal addresses, etc.). If you include such information, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection. (Instead, click here  for information regarding inexpensive advertising in the commercial sections of this site.)

When corresponding/conducting volunteer work, etc., do not attempt to advertise or promote your products / services / website, etc. or engage in any unorthodox / questionable, etc. discussion. If you violate our policies, all your future posts to this site (not just this section) may be subject to auto rejection.

Catholic activities should be of the Latin rite only, please.

No posts/activities, etc. which advocate religious indifferentism (i.e. dangerous errors such as "all religions are equally good" or "all good people go to heaven"). No scandalous interfaith activities or those which promote or are otherwise favorable towards non-Catholic religions.

Be specific about what you are offering, but do not include any company names, organization names, event names, etc. If you include such detail, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection. As applicable, you may discuss such information privately with interested individuals. 

No seemingly mean-spirited or politically motivated submissions. 

No name calling or derogatory comments.

Stick to the facts, do not exaggerate, and do not include additional information or commentary. No editorializing and no "marketing talk" (e.g. "best ever", "greatest", "most complete", etc.). Be certain that your post is fully truthful, honest, and accurate before submitting. If in doubt, do not submit. We may verify any information you submit (although we are not required to). If any provided information is deemed inaccurate, your post - and all your future posts - may be subject to auto rejection. Note: To use "marketing talk", try the Classifieds section or other commercial sections.

Users are responsible for learning of and following all legal requirements, insurance/safety regulations, etc. related to any correspondence, offers to volunteer, volunteering activities, etc. Remember that we do not provide legal or tax advice. Note: Be sure you do not engage in any unlawful discrimination.

Do not attempt to leave fields blank, answer questions improperly, or include other information besides what is asked for. If you don't follow all instructions, your post - and all your future posts - may be automatically rejected.

Posts are in summary form and do not include all applicable items of interest. Do not attempt to include more information than is permitted. For example, if you include a web address or a name, your post may be automatically rejected. Note that if you do not follow all guidelines in this section, your post - and all your future posts to this site - may be automatically rejected. Please follow all instructions carefully.

We recommend that you include a "final date" to notify users not to contact you after that date. Unfortunately, however, there is no guarantee that you will not be contacted after that time. Note that posts may appear on the site for a long time and that we cannot honor requests to remove volunteer offers which are no longer applicable. Click here for general timetable information.

Submit posts in English only.

This section is limited to those wishing to volunteer in the U.S.A. only.

Please note that we may place a limit on the number of posts in this section. Should this occur, new posts may not appear on the site or may appear at a later time.

For widest variety in this section, we may limit some listings at our sole option. For example, if 50 individuals submit offers to volunteer for rosary making, we may limit the number which appear on the site to just a few.

You may offer to volunteer for a variety of activities in a single post if they are of the same type (e.g. e-mail, phone, etc.). For example, if you want to volunteer to give sewing or gardening advice via e-mail, you should submit only one post and indicate that you are willing to give advice on either matter. Do not submit multiple posts! 

If we have questions about your submission, your post may be rejected.

Offers to volunteer for Catholic activities may receive preference. Additional preference may be given to traditional Catholic activities.

Note that an e-mail address will be required in order to contact you regarding your availability, terms, etc. Please note that, for your protection, we recommend a cautious approach to providing e-mail information and we generally recommend that you obtain a special e-mail account for use on this site. For additional considerations regarding the risks of providing e-mail addresses, click here. Note that if you do not wish to include your e-mail address, you will be unable to participate in this section. Please note that we may verify e-mail addresses provided and require a certain timely response. (Reminder: Our verification will not ask for personal information.)

Reminder: Volunteering involves risk and you should be sure to carefully consider all aspects of volunteering before participating in any contact / volunteer activity, etc. Note that we are not a party to your volunteering and we do not mediate disputes. All participation (including contacts/correspondence, etc.) is at your own risk. Click here for more important considerations regarding volunteering.

If you submit untruthful/inaccurate information here, or if you submit a post containing inappropriate content, that post - and all your future posts to this site - may be subject to auto rejection.

Long processing delays in this section are not unexpected. Do not contact us regarding the status of your submission and do not resubmit. 

Sorry, we cannot guarantee that any particular submission will appear on the site. If your post does not appear, do not resubmit. If it does appear on the site, there is no guarantee when it will appear, how long it will last, what details will be displayed, etc. We may reject posts for any reason, or even for no reason. Due to space or other considerations, we may be selective about posts (thus, even suitable posts may not appear). 

If your post was previously listed but is no longer listed, do not re-submit it. Posts appearing in this section may be limited to a short duration. For timetable information, click here. If you wish your post to appear for a longer duration than what is standard for this section, consider our low-cost commercial sections which may display listings for a month/a year, etc.

You may not pay to include your post here. Paid advertisements are available in various commercial sections of this site. To advertise in the Classifieds section, click here. To advertise in other paid sections, click here. For additional information regarding commercial advertisements, click here.

Note that we do not endorse / recommend any individual(s) / organization(s) / group(s), etc. who may contact you regarding your post.

We may prohibit posts from certain regions at our sole discretion. We may limit non-Catholic participation. We may prohibit any post(s) at our sole discretion.

Reminder: You should be careful not to reveal personal information unintentionally in your post(s) and other correspondence. Note that some options may disclose various types of information (i.e. your availability, your previous experience, your religious affiliation, etc.). Proceed at your own risk. Remember that any participation [including submitting a post(s)] is at your own risk. If you do not want to take such risks (or cannot afford to), you should not participate.

Note that the following linked pages, as well as the "Add post" page, and all other pages related to this section, are incorporated as part of the terms of use of this site. You should carefully review all such pages before participating in this section. Reminder: By using this site you indicate agreement to all our terms.

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Why I Love Being Catholic

"Add Post" option is for Roman Catholics only.

This section is for serious, meaningful posts. Irreverent, superficial ("I like being Catholic because Fr. Bob gives a funny homily", etc.), or otherwise inappropriate posts may be subject to automatic rejection. 

This section is an antithesis to the popular Catholic-bashing in the media. We obviously love the Catholic Church due to Her divine origination and life-giving power, but there are also many other subtle gifts and blessings - and not-so-subtle gifts & blessings - given by the Church (i.e. good examples, guidance, spiritual tools, doctrines, sacramentals, etc.). This section is designed primarily to discuss these types of gifts and blessings.

Submit only items in full communion with the Holy See.  

This section is not for good news about the Catholic Church. To add a post regarding good news about the Catholic Church, click here.

Limit one submission per person, per item. 

Please do not submit items already listed or similar to those already submitted. 

Do not submit copyright protected material.