Latin Mass Documents, Articles, & Media

Below is a library of resources relating to the Traditional Latin Mass and the Institute of Christ the King.

Videos

Cardinal George Crowns the Divine Infant King
His Eminence Francis Cardinal George visited the Shrine of Christ the King in Chicago. The "gutted" church, which is currently undergoing restoration, had been carefully prepared and decorated for this special occasion. His Eminence crowned the statue of the Divine Infant King, and then assisted and preached at Solemn High Mass.
First Pontifical Mass at the Shrine
On the feast of the Epiphany, 2009, His Excellency Bishop Joseph Perry, auxiliary of Chicago, celebrated Mass at the Shrine of Christ the King in Chicago.

Relevant Radio Interviews Msgr. Schmitz about Pope Benedict XVI [MP3]
During the coverage of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI's visit to the United States in April, 2007.
EWTN's Theology Roundtable: "Motu Proprio on the Traditional Latin Mass" [MP3]
Host Colin Donovan leads a roundtable discussion, which includes Msgr. Michael Schmitz, on the motu proprio "Summorum Pontificum" on September 12, 2007.
Catholic Answers Live: "The Growing Popularity of the Classical Roman Rite" [MP3]
Discussion of the growing popularity of the Classical Roman Rite with Msgr. Michael Schmitz, Vicar General of the Institute, on May 4, 2007.
Relevant Radio's Morning Air [MP3]
Interview on the growth of the Classical Mass and traditional priestly orders with Msgr. Michael Schmitz on May 22, 2006.
Catholic Answers Live: "The Evil One" [MP3]
Interview with Msgr. Michael Schmitz about the devil and his snares on August 6, 2007.
"The Evil One, His Existence, His Being, and His Snares" [MP3]
Conference by Msgr. Michael Schmitz at the St. Louis Marian Conference in January, 2006. Order from MPTrinity by calling (231) 869-4678.
"Growth in the Spiritual Life is in Mary" [MP3]
Conference by Msgr. Michael Schmitz at the St. Louis Marian Conference in January, 2006. Order from MPTrinity by calling (231) 869-4678.
Lenten Retreat in Pittsburgh
Preached by Msgr. Michael Schmitz during Lent, 2008.

Common Misconceptions about the Traditional Liturgy
Some frequent errors are addressed and corrected.
Msgr. Michael Schmitz's Sermon on "Summorum Pontificum" [PDF]
Sermon given on the release of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI's motu proprio, freeing the Traditional Mass on July 8, 2007.
"The Gateway to Eternity" [PDF]
Essay by Monsignor R. Michael Schmitz on the classical form of the Roman Rite and its meaning for the Church.
"The Classical Roman Rite and the Renewal of the Liturgy" [PDF]
A conference by Monsignor R. Michael Schmitz from February 19, 2007.
Inside the Vatican: "Young People Flock to the Old Mass" [PDF]
Magazine interview with Monsignor R. Michael Schmitz from January, 2007 on the Classical Latin Mass and the work of the Institute around the world.
Inside the Vatican: "In the Service of the King of Kings" [PDF]
Magazine article on the Institute of Christ the King from December, 2005.
Statement by Scholars, Intellectuals, and Artists in England [PDF]
In 1971, more than fifty of the most distinguished residents in England — only a handful of whom were Catholic — sent a petition to Pope Paul VI in defense of the Traditional Latin Mass as a cultural treasure of humanity. Among them were Agatha Christie, Dame Joan Sutherland, Yehudi Menuhin, and Malcom Muggeridge.

"Summorum Pontificum" [PDF] and Accompanying Letter to Bishops [PDF]
The motu proprio issued by Pope Benedict XVI on July 7, 2007, that removed all obstacles for the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass.
Then-Cardinal Ratzinger on the Traditional Latin Mass
Excerpts on the liturgy from various speeches and publications by the Cardinal who would become the Holy Father.
Recent Popes and Curial Cardinals on the Traditional Latin Mass
Quotes from Pope John Paul II, Pope Paul VI, and Dario Cardinal Castrillon Hoyos.
"Ecclesia Dei adflicta" [Link to Vatican]
The motu proprio issued by Pope John Paul II in 1988, which extended the use of the Traditional Liturgy.
"Quattuor abhinc annos"
Indult issued by the Congregation for Divine Worship in 1984, which allowed the Traditional Liturgy to be used.
Excerpts from the Second Vatican Council
Vatican Council II documents on the reform of the Roman Liturgy.