Links on Christianity in France

Cathedrals and Churches in France

Chartres Association
Dedicated to preserving Chartres Cathedral.
Chartes Cathedral - Great Buildings
Basic facts, some photos, and further resources.
Church of Our Lady of Aubin
The Best Cathedrals in France - Frommers.com
Includes a short description of each.
Notre Dame (Paris): A Bit of History - Paris Pages
Notre Dame de Paris: Photos - ndparis.free.fr
Nice collection of photos of the cathedral.
Paris Cathedrals- Radford University personal page
Narrative (with photos) of a 2002 visit to Paris' cathedrals.
Reims Cathedral - Beloit College
Photos and plans of the cathedral.
Sacre-Coeur, Basilique du (Paris) - Paris Pages
Sacred Sites in France - Sacred Destinations
History, descriptions and links for cathedrals and churches in France.
Saint-Jean Cathedral (Lyon) - Objectif Lyon
Photos with captions.
Saint-Nazaire Cathedral (Carcassone) - personal page

French History Timeline - U. of North Carolina, Greensboro
French Revolution (and the Church) - Catholic Encyclopedia
History of the Huguenots - Huguenot Society of South Africa
St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre - Christianity Today
The Wars of Religion - Le Poulet Gauche
Narrative of the individual wars of religion from 1562 to 1598, from a historical re-creation society.

Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque
Cistercian monks residing in a 12th century abbey.
Abbey Saint-Trophine (Arles) - University of Pittsburgh
Photos and plans.
Taize Community
An ecumenical monastic community and retreat, especially popular with young people.

Abelard, Peter - ReligionFacts.com
Overview of the life and works of the French philosopher and theologian.
Avignon Popes - Provence Beyond
List and brief description of each of the Avignon popes.
Bernard of Clairvaux, Saint - Catholic Encyclopedia
Bernard of Clairvaux - Catholic Pages
Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153) - Catholic Information Network
Heloise - Philosophy on the Internet
Brief overview of the philsopher, abbess and lover of Peter Abelard.
Irenaeus of Lyon - Theology WebSite
Brief overview of the life, works, and significance of the early church father.
Irenaeus of Lyons - Patron Saints Index
Fast facts and a selection from his writings.
John Calvin - Catholic Encyclopedia
John Calvin - Washington State University
Overview of Calvin's life and thought by Richard Hooker.
Mary Magdalene - Catholic Encyclopedia
According to some traditions, Mary went to Provence, converted many, and died there.
Remarkable Women: Genevieve of Paris - Christian History Institute
St. Joan of Arc - Catholic Encyclopedia
St. Therese (of Lisieux) - Soceity of the Little Flower
Life story with photos and reflections by the saint.

Avignon Tourist Office
Avignon Palace of Popes
Lourdes Official Site
A beautiful and useful site on the city of Lourdes.
A Visit to Lourdes
Overview of Lourdes and personal visits of author Rev. Msgr. Kevin Wallin.
Lyon - Encyclopedia Britannica

France says no to Christianity in constitution (9/14/03) - EU Observer
French Connection - Christianity and Renewal
Story of English missionaries' experiences in a Paris suburb.
Protestants Resist 'Anti-Sect' Law - Christianity Today

Links on Christianity in France