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Updated October 20, 2006
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PHILOSOPHY, Theology Jurisprudence of Author Anthony J. Fejfar. Available online: www.Lulu.com
EXPERIENCE GREAT EUROPEAN pilgrimages on DVD. Fatima, Portugal, Iona, Scotland , Kevelaer, Germany, Medjugorje, Bosnia, Scherpenheuvel, Belgium, Croagh Patrick, Ireland, Lourdes France, Santia Go de Compostela, Spain, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, Poland. Explore Rome, Egypt and the Holyland or simply plan your vacation with travel videos from: www.TravelVIDEOStore.com Over 6,000 films to choose from, religious, cruise, national parks, IMAX, Scenic Musical Journeys and destinations around the world.
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PEACE PLANET: Light For Our World. Small, spiral-bound full-color book published by best-selling author, Nan Merrill, transforms hearts from despair to hope. Hold 198 countries in your hand and heart. One prayer, one photograph, one hope for every country, Afghanistan to Zimbabwe. $15/copy. Postage included. Peace and Prayer Gifts, 200 Rock Street, Hannibal, MO 63401. 573-406-0646. E-mail: FriendsOfSilence@sbcglobal.net Web site: www.PeaceAndPrayerGifts.com
SALESIAN SPIRITUALITY RESOURCES -- www.desalesresource.org or phone for a catalogue: 1-800-782-2270.
COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY. Rev. Edward Lambro, PhD, CCMHC. Sensitive to the unique treatment issues and privacy needs of clergy, religious sisters and brothers. Northern New Jersey. Phone: (973) 345-8410.
MASTER OF DIVINITY -- distance learn and/or residential; bachelor through doctorate. Phone: (718) 698-0700. E-mail: IgnatiusU@aol.com Web site: http://IgnatiusU.com
FAITH EDUCATION -- ”The Possible Journey”, Uncompromised Trust. Where politics, lobbies, churches fail. Free download at http://www.secondenlightenment.org
Homilies -- Missions -- Retreats
DEACON (DOCTOR MINISTRY) has preached 160 parish missions nationwide; published audiocassette series, “Preaching In Today’s Church”. Updated, spirited preaching; expenses only. (800) 483-1999. E-mail: abcmissions@bellsouth.net
Homilies -- Preaching -- Retreats
NOTES, STORIES and resources for homilists and preachers: connections-mediaworks.com
HESYCHIA SCHOOL for Spiritual Directors. Weeks I & II: Sept. 17-22; Sept. 24-29; Weeks III & IV: Oct. 29-Nov. 4; Nov. 5-10, Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. Focusing on the ancient art of Christian spiritual direction, the four-week certificate program will be taught in the context of contemplative study and spiritual mentoring. It embraces a diversity of faiths. Call: (520) 744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
INTENSIVE PASTORAL ENGLISH: Adult language instruction includes vocabulary for ministry. Small classes, multicultural setting, outstanding faculty. Offered in three-week blocks year-round. Mexican American Cultural Center, San Antonio, Texas. Accreditation: USCCB/CCA. Contact Edna Cardona: (210) 732-2156, ext. 7102. Web site: www.maccsa.org
DYNAMIC, CREATIVE PREACHING -- Parish missions, Faculty in-service, retreats for religious. Web site: www.sabbathretreats.org
BERAKAH: A Place of Blessing, offers “A Time of Blessing,” a four- to eight-month renewal program as well as accommodations for shorter, personalized programs for women religious and all women who are seeking to foster deeper fidelity to self, God and world. Components: variety of prayer experiences, contemplative space, scriptural and theological input, opportunity for spiritual direction and/or growth counseling, creative leisure in a community setting. Renewal sessions: late August to mid-December and mid-January to mid-May. Some programs could be designed during these months to meet individual needs. Inquiries: Berakah, 96 Fairview Road, Pittsfield, NH 03263-3817. Phone: (603) 435-7271. Fax: (603) 435-6670. E-mail: berakah@aol.com Web site: www.berakah.org
LIVING STONE GUESTHOUSE for retreat and renewal. Spiritual direction and counseling available. Nourish your soul while you vacation in Sarasota, Fla. Phone: (941) 966-5933. Web site: www.livingstoneguesthouse.com
WEEKENDS WITH WRITERS Retreat Series at Evensong Retreat & Spirituality Center, on Cape Cod. Individual Private Retreats, Guided Retreats. Available for small private groups. (800) 455-0247. Details at: www.evensongretreat.com
SAN DIEGO. The Spiritual Ministry Center, The Religious of the Sacred Heart, offers year-round retreats including 30-day retreats and self-directed sabbaticals near the ocean in a comfortable townhouse. Phone: (619) 224-9444. Fax: (619) 224-1082. E-mail: spiritmin@rscj.org Web site: www.spiritmin.org
CANTERBURY, ENGLAND - spend sabbatical time in a Franciscan setting in the Garden of England. Join students from all over the world in spiritual reflection, renewal and stimulating insights into Scripture, spirituality and Franciscan studies. MA and PhD studies also offered. Close to London and links to Europe. Come for ten weeks or a whole academic year. For information contact Sr. Margaret McGrath, Franciscan International Study Centre, Giles Lane, Canterbury CT2 7NA, United Kingdom. E-mail: margaret.mcgrath@franciscans.ac.uk or see our web site www.franciscans.ac.uk
WINTER SABBATICAL: January 3 - February 3, 2007. SPRING SABBATICAL: May 8-June 6, 2007. An ideal environment for spiritual renewal, theological updating and holistic relaxation. For more information contact Robert Cogswell, Center for Spiritual Development, 434 S. Batavia Street, Orange, CA 92868-3907. (714) 744-3175 ext. 4406. E-mail: rcogswell@csjorange.org Web site: www.thecsd.com
FORMATION CONSULTATION SERVICES -- provides unique, flexible and holistic sabbatical programs within a nurturing small community atmosphere. Programs are tailored specifically to each participant’s needs. Program details are located on our web site: www.fcs-bilotta.com Our web site also offers a helpful selection of articles on formation for free downloading. Phone: (508) 234-6540.
CONTEMPLATIVE STUDY and Retreat Sabbatical. Winter Sabbatical: Oct. 29-Dec. 15, 2006; Spring Sabbatical: March 18-May 4, 2007. Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. Created for the spiritual renewal of the whole person, this residential program combines periods of silent prayer and rest with daily spiritual teachings. Topics include study of the mystics, desert spirituality, Passio Christi, creating your own mission statement, spirituality through art and freedom to “just be.” Limit 15. Call: (520) 744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
FLEXIBLE SABBATICALS in our Nation’s Capital offered at Washington Theological Union, a Roman Catholic Graduate School of Theology and Ministry - Serving Those Who Serve. Rest & Renewal for Mind, Body & Spirit. Refresh Your Spirit. Challenge Your Mind. Spend Time to Reawaken Your Passion. Tour Museums and Monuments; Historic and Religious Sites. Call Mrs. Colleen Perret at (800) 334-9922 x 5229 or e-mail sabbatical@wtu.edu Visit our website at www.wtu.edu
STUDY TOP-OF-THE-LINE PASTORAL SPANISH and the real Mexican cultural program, total immersion, one-on-one, customized, year-round, start anytime, go as long as you like tutorials. Special emphasis on pastoral care of Hispanics and on developing fluency in professionally oriented Spanish. Excellent faculty. Direct interaction with the Mexican church and the genuine Mexican culture reality. Contact: CIRIMEX, 205 Hill Ave., Ottumwa, IA 52501. Phone: (641) 682-4264. Fax: (641) 684-4690. Guadalajara, Mexico, phone: 011-52-333-121-4878. Mexican fax: 011-52-333-121-7738. Worldwide e-mail: CIRIMEX@aol.com
INTENSIVE PASTORAL SPANISH: Mexican American Cultural Center, San Antonio, Texas. Adult learning in multicultural faith community. Small classes, outstanding faculty. Offered in three-week blocks year-round. Accreditation: USCCB/CCA. Contact Edna Cardona: (210) 732-2156, ext. 7102. Web site: www.maccsa.org
IMMERSION IN SPANISH LANGUAGE and culture courses, June 3-21, 2007 in Miami, Florida. Designed for religious, priests, deacons, seminarians and laity interested in the Hispanic people and Hispanic ministry. Recommended for beginners. Write or call for brochure: Southeast Pastoral Institute (SEPI), 7700 S.W. 56th St., Miami, FL 33155. Phone: (305) 279-2333. E-mail: sepimiami@aol.com
“IMAGINING NEW WAYS OF BEING CATHOLIC” -- NJ Voice of the Faithful, Oct. 28, 8:30am, Birchwood Manor, Whippany, NJ. Exploring how Catholics stay connected to their faith and still honor their consciences. See www.votfnj.org for details and directions.
WHITEHAWK SPIRIT COACHING, LLC -- Gavin W. Young, Jr., M.A., M.A.P.M., C.T.A.C.; RC Spiritual Life Coach: http://www.whitehawkspiritcoaching.com
SEEKING DIRECTION? Find a spiritual director anywhere in the world. Learn about spiritual direction. Learn what to ask a spiritual director. www.sdiworld.org
TRAVELING WITH THE TURTLE: A Small Group Process in Women’s Spirituality and Peacemaking by Cindy Preston-Pile and Irene Woodward. Explores values, practices of women’s spirituality through ritual, exercises, readings, life practices. Helps unleash your power, wisdom to make peace with yourself, in relationships, your communities, and society. Softbound, 287 pages. $25 plus $4 shipping. Available after November 1. Web site: http://www.turtle.paceebene.org
AMERICAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. Valid orders and apostolic succession; no need to relocate. (707) 554-2803. Web site: www.Americancatholicchurch.org
NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH OF AMERICA - inclusive, affirming, valid orders. Distance learning seminary. Holy Orders without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status. Varied ministries. Phone: (518) 434-8861. Web site: members.aol.com/NatCathCh
FRANCISCAN SISTER in Haiti seeking other(s) to share life and ministry in mountains near Pestel. Present focus on economic development and health, but all gifts welcome. Living is simple, vigorous, but nature-rich. Call Sr. Marge (734) 282-2396 or Sr. Claudia (419) 824-3604.
CATHOLIC APOSTOLIC CHURCH in North America - Inclusive, progressive, marital status and gender no impediment to holy orders. Phone: (845) 586-2201. Web site: www.cacina.org
THE INSTITUTE FOR LATIN AMERICAN CONCERN (ILAC) is looking for Volunteer Post Graduate Interns to work with us at ILAC Center in Santiago, Dominican Republic. Ignatian Spirituality is the driving force behind our service work in the under-served rural communities of the DR. We coordinate service-learning groups of college and high school students, as well as surgical teams originating in North America. The Volunteer Post Graduate Intern must be fluent in Spanish and experienced in leading faith-based activities. For more information, please visit the ILAC Office website at: http://www.creighton.edu/ilac
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
EDUCATION
ARE YOU CONCERNED about the tide of Catholic schools closing across the country? If you are, we are a non-profit national education foundation which is developing a business model to address this problem and help save and grow Catholic elementary schools. We are seeking highly motivated people who would be passionate about helping in this critical mission. We are currently working with over 140 Catholic elementary schools in three separate dioceses in various areas of the U.S. with plans to expand extensively. If you desire to save and grow Catholic elementary schools, are very organized and detail orientated, possess strong communication and management skills, as well as good verbal and writing skills, then we want you to be part of our national consulting team. We are looking for a strong background in many of the following areas: institutional advancement, fundraising, board development, strategic planning and marketing to implement our business and operations program in Catholic elementary schools across the country. A working knowledge of the Catholic Church and its hierarchy is desirable. Please, only qualified and serious applicants need apply. Letters of Interest and/or Resumes should be forwarded to PO Box 506, Lumberton, NJ 08048 or fax: (609) 261-0799.
DIOCESAN ECOLOGICAL EDUCATOR -- Appalachian Office of Justice and Peace seeks ecological educator to promote and apply catholic social teaching on issues related to ecology, rural life, poverty, and economic justice. Position requires residence in Western vicariate of the Richmond, Va. Diocese. Must be a Catholic in good standing, actively committed to the social teaching of the church. Applicants must be well versed in computer and able to drive to meetings across the diocese. Minimum bachelor degree required in related field. Send resume and request application by November 1, 2006: Appalachian Office of Justice and Peace, PO Box 660, St. Paul, VA 24283. Phone: (276) 762-5050. E-mail: jhanrahan@richmonddiocese.org
FORMATION
ST. CHARLES BORROMEO seeks experienced full-time Faith Formation Director for whole community catechesis, religious education, adult formation, and training faith formation volunteers. Must be a practicing Catholic with an MA in Theology, well organized, collaborative, and dynamic with strong leadership skills. Send resume to Leslie Hutchison, 21505 Augusta Ave., Port Charlotte, FL 33952.
MISSIONER
LAY MISSIONARIES -- Interested in serving overseas as a lay missionary for 3 years in the areas of education, nursing, administration, accounting, computers, technical trades, etc.? Lay Mission-Helpers Association provides training and support. Check out our website at: www.laymissionhelpers.org
PASTORAL MINISTRY
PASTORAL ASSOCIATE -- Saint Brigid of Kildare Catholic Church in Midland, MI seeks a Pastoral Associate. PA will minister along with a Pastoral Team to the spiritual life of the 1100-plus household community through planning, presiding, preaching; coordinate the RCIA Process; supervise the Christian Service Commission and ministries; assist families in times of transition (e.g. death, birth, sickness, divorce, etc.). Master’s degree in theology and/or pastoral ministry and three - five years of parish experience preferred. Application deadline is October 31, 2006. Salary and benefits commensurate with degree and experience. Send resume and cover letter to Saint Brigid of Kildare Catholic Church, PA Search Committee, 207 Ashman Street, Midland, MI 48640.
PRESIDENT
PRESIDENT -- St. Teresa’s Academy, a Catholic, private, not-for-profit, single-sex, college-prep secondary school sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet for 500-plus female students in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of President. Outstanding candidates will demonstrate a minimum of five years of proven professional administrative experience in secondary education and be a practicing Catholic with a clear and deep appreciation for the mission and aspirations of Catholic education. Doctoral degree in a related educational field from an accredited school of higher education preferred. Interested parties are instructed to apply in confidence with a resume and cover letter via electronic mail, no later than October 31, 2006, to: Dr. Robert Watkins at: wmwkeynote@sbcglobal.net
YOUTH MINISTRY
YOUTH MINISTER: Parish serving a Native American population on 3 reservations is seeking an energetic self-starter, with a theological background and 5 years of experience. Position will oversee and coordinate programs for Middle and High School students, and the Confirmation Program. Good communication skills and ability and desire to work within the Native American culture required. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Send resume to Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish, 1054 Barona Road, Lakeside CA 92040, or contact Edward Nolan, Pastoral Coordinator, at (619) 443-3412.
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY -- Full time Director of Youth Ministry needed for well-established program in a 2800 family parish in Chicago’s North Shore. A self-directed leader, experienced in working with junior high and high school students and in recruiting adult volunteers for advisory board and activities, will provide growth opportunities including retreats (Kairos background helpful), catechesis, service activities, etc. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Full benefits. Please send resume to: Fr. McGovern. Church of St. Mary, 175 E. Illinois Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045. Fax: (847) 234-9860. E-mail: mmcgovern@churchofstmary.org
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