The following resources regarding the COVID-19 vaccine are gathered for convenience. The list is not exhaustive, but rather provided as a tool for people interested in learning more about the topic.
See the statement from the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith on the here. Catholic News Agency posted a news article about their statement.
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' response was covered in this news article. The bishops have published many resources, including:
- This press release
- A press release about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine
- A memo to bishops
- A short Q&A series
The Diocese of Lincoln issued a statement about questions regarding the Johnson and Johnson vaccine here.
Pope Francis and Emeritus Pope Benedict XVI received the COVID-19 vaccine, starting with their first doses in January.
The print version of the Register included several columns by Father Tad Pacholczyk, PhD, “Making Sense of Bioethics.” He included a chart of vaccines in November and a sample letter to manufacturers in December.
The Catholic Medical Association has also provided a sample letter to write to vaccine manufacturers.
Related articles discussing the moral and ethical questions of vaccination are available at Church Life Journal and The Pillar.
