Updated November 10, 2006
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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.
TRAVELING WITH THE TURTLE: A Small Group Process in Womens Spirituality and Peacemaking by Cindy Preston-Pile and Irene Woodward. Explores values, practices of womens 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
FAITH EDUCATION -- The Possible Journey, Uncompromised Trust. Where politics, lobbies, churches fail. Free download at http://www.secondenlightenment.org
CALLED TO THE MINISTRY of Spiritual Direction? Spiritual Direction Graduate Certificate offered at Washington Theological Union, a Roman Catholic Graduate School of Theology and Ministry. Companion Others as a Spiritual Director. Practical Skills Development. One-on-one and Peer-to-group Formats. Tap the Spiritual Riches of our Religious Orders in our Nations Capital. Call Sr. Carol Ries, SNJM, MS, MSW, at (800) 334-9922 x 5220 or e-mail ries@wtu.edu Visit our website at: http://spiritualdirection.wtu.edu
Homilies -- Missions -- Retreats
DEACON (DOCTOR MINISTRY) has preached 160 parish missions nationwide; published audiocassette series, Preaching In Todays Church. Updated, spirited preaching; expenses only. (800) 483-1999. E-mail: abcmissions@bellsouth.net
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
PRAYER AND ART IN ITALY -- A Special Pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi, Ravenna, Padua and Venice. July 8-18, 2007, with Thomas A. Kane, CSP and Br Mickey McGrath. For brochure, contact JoAnne at: Catholic Travel Centre, (800) 553-5233. Or e-mail: Joanne@GoCatholicTravel.com
IRELAND Pilgrimage -Exploring the Heart and Soul of Celtic Spirituality. May 9 -19,2007. Contact: Jane Comerford, CSJ, (509) 868-1683; 1305 N. Napa, Spokane, WA 99202. E-mail: 2007ireland@earthlink.net
HESYCHIA SCHOOL FOR SPIRITUAL DIRECTORS, 2007 -- Weeks I & II: Feb. 4-16; Weeks III & IV: April 15-27; Weeks I & II: Sept 16-28; Weeks III & IV: Nov. 4-16, Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. The four-week certificate program focuses on the ancient art of Christian spiritual direction, stressing on contemplative study, spiritual mentoring and a diversity of faiths. Call: 520.744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
CONTEMPLATIVE STUDY AND RETREAT SABBATICAL. 2007 -- March 18-May 4; Oct. 28-Dec. 14; 2008: March 9-April 25; Oct. 26-Dec. 12. Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. This residential program combines periods of prayer and rest with daily spiritual teachings, and freedom to just be. Limit 10. Call: (520)744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
FOSTERING FAITH In Community Resource Guide for parishes and schools. Web site: www.mnsi.net/~medoyle
MORADA DE LAS ROSAS Spiritual Retreat in San Ysidro, New Mexico 87053. Special: religious only. Ten day private retreat $285. (505) 834-7437. E-mail: giottorm@aol.com
BETHANY RETREAT HOUSE, East Chicago, Indiana, offers private and individually-directed silent retreats, including 30 day Ignatian, year-round in a prayerful home setting. Contact Joyce Diltz, PHJC: (219) 398-5047. E-mail: bethanyrh@sbcglobal.net Web site: www.bethanyretreathouse.org
WEEKENDS WITH WRITERS Retreat Series, Advent Retreats. Evensong Retreat & Spirituality Center, Cape Cod. Individual Private, Guided retreats. Reiki Training. (800) 455-0247. Details at: www.evensongretreat.com
CATHOLIC POETS RETREAT. Jan. 26-29, 2007 at Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. Presenters: Judith Valente, Religion & Ethics Newsweekly, PBS; Charles Reynard, Gwendolyn Brooks Award Finalist, Kathleen Kirk, Editor of the anthology, Where We Live: Illinois Poets; Thomas Santa, Redemptorist Renewal Center. Call: (520) 744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
CATHOLIC WRITERS RETREAT. Session I: Jan. 12-16; Session II: Feb. 7-11, 2007. Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. Presenters: Terry Hershey, author and motivational speaker, Jeremy Langford, Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus, Charles A. Roth, Roth Advertising, Inc. Thomas Santa, Redemptorist Renewal Center. Call: (520) 744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
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
SPRING SABBATICAL: May 8 - June 6, 2007. WINTER SABBATICAL: Jan. 3 - Feb. 2, 2008. 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 extension . 4406. E-mail: rcogswell@csjorange.org Web site: www.thecsd.com
SABBATICAL: INN-TERRA, Monastery of St. Gertrude, Cottonwood, ID, provides a contemplative time of reflection with earths story and our story. Aug. 18 - Sept. 29, 2007. Come for all or part. Presenters include Gail Worcelo, SGM, MA, noted speaker and student of Fr. Thomas Berry, and Kathleen Fischer, PhD, MSW, award-winning author, spiritual director, retreat facilitator. Enjoy beautiful North Idaho; pray with the Benedictine womens community. Phone: (208) 962-3224. E-mail: retreat@stgertrudes.org Web site: www.StGertrudes.org
FORMATION CONSULTATION SERVICES -- provides unique, flexible and holistic sabbatical programs within a nurturing small community atmosphere. Programs are tailored specifically to each participants 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.
GENESIS: NEW BEGINNINGS. SABBATICAL in New England, perfect setting for inner peacekeeping, deepening of contemplative awareness. Design sabbatical time drawing from many programs offered. Contact Sr. Ann Horgan, SP, Sabbatical Coordinator. Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center, 53 Mill St., Westfield, MA 01085. Phone: (413) 562-3627. E-mail: genesis@genesiscenter.us Website: www.genesiscenter.us
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
SCHOLARSHIP: Womens Ordination Conference will award $1000 scholarships to female graduate students preparing for ministry. Deadline 1/30/07. For details: Nidza Vazquez, 703-352-1006. E-mail: nvazquez@womensordination.org Web site: www.womensordination.org
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, extension 7102. Web site: www.maccsa.org
WHITEHAWK SPIRIT COACHING, LLC -- Gavin W. Young, Jr., M.A., M.A.P.M., C.T.A.C.; RC Spiritual Life Coach. Web site: 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. Web site: www.sdiworld.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: members.aol.com/NatCathCh
CATHOLIC APOSTOLIC CHURCH in North America - Inclusive, progressive, marital status and gender no impediment to holy orders. Phone: (845) 586-2201. www.cacina.org
INTRODUCING ASIAN THEOLOGY -- Inculturation, Interreligious Dialogue, Integral Liberation. Edmund Chia and Gemma Cruz. March 9-12, 2007; Redemptorist Renewal Center, Tucson, AZ. This workshop is an introduction to critical issues, which Asian theology addresses, which the Asian bishops have spoken in terms of the triple dialogue - dialogue with culture, religions and the poor. Call: (520) 744-3400. E-mail: office@desertrenewal.org Visit: www.desertrenewal.org
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
RETREAT CENTER BUSINESS MANAGER -- Redemptorist Retreat Center in Oconomowoc Wisconsin seeking full time Business Manager to work with Director and staff. He/she will oversee entire operations, financial management, facility use, dietary and housekeeping services, maintenance and marketing Center to appropriate groups locally and nationally. Contact: Redemptorist Retreat Center, 1800 N Timber Trail Lane, Oconomowoc, WI 53066-4897. Fax: 262-567-0134. E-mail: rrc@redemptoristretreat.org
BUSINESS MANAGER -- St. Gertrude Parish, Madeira, Ohio. St. Gertrude’s parish is seeking applicants for a full time position of Business Manager, administering the financial, facility and personnel resources of the parish. An advanced accounting and/or business degree is required as well as at least five years experience in this or a related field. This person should have supervisory experience, excellent organizational skills and experience with non-profit development. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé by Nov. 15th to Business Manager Search Committee, 7630 Shawnee Run Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243.
COMMUNITY LIVING
LIVE-IN ASSISTANT Housemother-Several Sources Foundation, a non-profit, non-sectarian shelter for pregnant women, is in need of kind and compassionate individuals. Salary $13,500 to $16,500 per year with 3 weeks vacation per year. Drivers license required. Please call Kathleen Wrona at: 201-818-9334.
LIVING PEACE IN LARCHE GREATER WASHINGTON, DC. People with and without developmental disabilities practice peacemaking by sharing daily life of work, prayer and holy leisure in interdenominational Christian community. Room, board, stipend, insurance, spiritual formation, professional training. Résumé to LArche, PO Box 21471, Washington, DC 20009. See: www.larchewashingtondc.org or e-mail: dkelly@larchewashingtondc.org
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS -- The Archdiocese of Milwaukee is seeking a Director of Catholic Schools to provide visionary leadership and promotion of Catholic education in the ten counties of southeastern Wisconsin. The Director will develop and deliver strategies that promote and enhance Catholic education in the archdioceses elementary and secondary schools. The Director oversees the Office of Schools and reports directly to the Archbishop. Candidates must demonstrate successful experience as a leader and advocate of Catholic school education. Masters degree in Education or other relevant advanced degree required. Must be a practicing Catholic, able to participate in the full sacramental life of the Church. If interested, submit letter of interest, résumé, names of three references and salary requirements by no later than December 1, 2006 to: HR Services Director, Archdiocese of Milwaukee, PO Box 070912, Milwaukee, WI 53207-0912. Or e-mail the requested materials to: tankr@archmil.org
DIRECTOR OF MISSION SERVICES -- Bon Secours Health System, Inc. (BSHSI) is seeking a dedicated person to fill the position of Director of Mission Services at the Health System Office in Marriottsville, Maryland. The Director of Mission Services supports the organization, system-wide, through the development and implementation of values-driven programs and resources, specifically related to mission, values integration, leadership formation and development, and Catholic identity. A Masters degree in Catholic theology/religious studies/spirituality is required. The candidate must possess at least three (3) years demonstrated experience in adult education and faith formation, and must have knowledge of the Catholic health ministry and traditions. With a commitment to embracing and sharing the values of Bon Secours, the successful candidate will have an understanding of spirituality in the broadest sense of the word. The candidate should also demonstrate a professional history of effective communication, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies, and effective public speaking and presentation skills. Health care experience and an understanding of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services is preferred. BSHSI is a contemporary, forward-reaching expression of the social mission of the Catholic Church within the healing, liberating and compassionate tradition of the Sisters of Bon Secours and co-sponsoring congregations. This mission and tradition is rooted in scripture and inspired by the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Headquartered in a beautiful rural setting in Marriottsville, Maryland, BSHSI is a financially strong and growing multibillion-dollar leader in not-for-profit Catholic health care. BSHSI owns, manages or joint ventures 20 acute-care hospitals, one psychiatric hospital, seven nursing care facilities, eight assisted living facilities, and several home care and hospice programs. More than 19,000 Bon Secours caregivers help people in 14 communities in nine states, primarily on the East Coast. All are dedicated to the Sisters global mission of providing Good Help to Those in Need. Interested individuals should review the job description and application process at http://www.bshsi.com/employment/hso-employment/index.htm Equal Opportunity Employer
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
THE GATHERING PLACE seeks executive director to provide overall leadership of programs in health, literacy, economic development in rural northwest New Mexico. Director manages day-to-day operations for organization. Successful candidate should have excellent organizational, marketing, financial management and fund-raising skills including proposal writing. Position requires good written and oral communication skills, experience with grass roots organizing, and/or non-profit management, excellent strategic thinking, computer skills, cross-cultural staff management, supervision experience. Mission Statement: The Gathering Place is a community-based non-profit organization that provides culturally relevant projects, information and services on the Navajo Nation and surrounding areas. Our programs develop self-sufficiency, increase economic opportunities, and promote healthy and literate families. E-mail letter of interest, résumé, writing sample: jgerman@loretto.org
HISPANIC MINISTRY
HISPANIC MINISTRY COORDINATOR -- Hispanic Ministry Team is seeking a coordinator for the Southern Lakeshore Area of the Western Michigan Diocese of Grand Rapids. Must be bilingual, culturally sensitive and have a vision toward a multicultural Church, a team player able to work with a plan and a promoter of Pastoral De Conjunto. Must develop and maintain a strong volunteer group to work in areas of Leadership Formation, Youth Ministry, Migrant Ministry and Catechesis. Requirements include a bachelors degree or the equivalent in theological or religious studies. Send letter of interest, résumé, salary requirements and references by January 2, 2007 to: Luis Beteta, Hispanic Ministry, 650 Burton SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507.
LITURGY/MUSIC MINISTRY
FULL-TIME DIRECTOR OF MUSIC -- Parish of 2,000 plus families, an elementary school. Four week-end Masses, Adult Choir, Childrens Choir, Contemporary Choir (developing), cantors, weddings, funerals, school childrens Mass, other liturgical celebrations. Possesses a music degree, organ, keyboard skills, has knowledge of the Catholic tradition and liturgy, be a practicing Catholic. Salary commensurate with experience and in accordance with Diocesan guidelines. Immediate opening. Résumé to: Music Search Committee, St. Teresa, PO Box 1598, Titusville, FL 32781 (near the Space Center). E-mail: melindat60@bellsouth.net Web site: http://home.catholicweb.com/saintteresa.index.cfm
PASTORAL ASSOCIATE
PASTORAL ASSOCIATE -- Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Parish, Waltham, MA, adjacent to Boston seeks a Pastoral Associate. The PA will minister within the context of a new team. Responsibilities include the spiritual, educational and liturgical needs of the 2,100 family parish. The team works in the context of the Second Vatican Councils vision and seeks to call each of the baptized to his/her baptismal dignity and responsibility. Each candidate should have a degree appropriate to the position and a strong knowledge of the tradition and commitment to social justice. Please send résumé to: Search Committee, OLCA, 920-R Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA 02452.
PRINCIPAL
ARCHDIOCESE OF HARTFORD, PRINCIPAL, St. Paul High School, Bristol CT. St. Paul High School in Bristol, Connecticut, an Archdiocesan Catholic, co-educational college preparatory high school serving 288 students, seeks a dynamic Principal to serve in the President-Principal administrative model. The Principal will: be a practicing Catholic; demonstrate commitment to the principles of Catholic education; have strong communication and leadership skills. Candidates will hold a Masters Degree in Educational Administration and preferably have experience in Catholic secondary school administration. Salary will be commensurate with experience and is negotiable. Visit the schools website at http://www.spchs.com Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the deadline of December 8, 2006. Send cover letter and résumé to: Sister Loretta Francis Mann OSF, Office of Catholic Schools, 467 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 06002.
PRINCIPAL SEARCH in Napa, CA. Service begins July 1, 2007. Justin-Siena High School, a Catholic, Lasallian, college preparatory high school for boys and girls is searching for an experienced, proven leader to serve as Principal. For information about qualifications and application, please visit our website at www.justin-siena.org
VICE PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT for Mission and Catholic Identity-in Fairfield, Connecticut, is the second-largest Catholic university in New England. U.S. News & World Report and the Princeton Review place SHU among Americas best colleges in the Northeast, and Intel rates it #11 among the nations most unwired campuses. Over 5,600 students are enrolled in its four colleges: Arts & Sciences; Education & Health Professions; University College; and the newly established John F. Welch College of Business, committed to educating students in the leadership tradition and legacy of Jack Welch. As the Vice President for Mission and Catholic Identity, you will help to promote and integrate the Catholic vision throughout Sacred Heart University. As a member of the Presidents Cabinet you will work closely with the President and other Vice Presidents in leading the Universitys efforts to fulfill its mission as a comprehensive Catholic University led by laypersons. You will be responsible for spiritual and faith development programs for members of the University community primarily through the department of Campus Ministry, and will work closely with students, faculty, administration, staff, and visitors. You will guide the volunteer community service efforts of the University, assuring their consistency with the mission and educational purposes of the University. You will also supervise the Center for Mission Education and Reflection, the internationally recognized Center for Christian-Jewish Understanding, the Center for Spirituality and Lay Ministry, and the newly established Cardinal Tomás Spidlík Center for Ecumenical Understanding. You must have a masters degree, although a doctorate is preferred. In addition to in-depth knowledge of the Catholic Tradition, you must also have strong leadership, managerial, and communication skills. Experience in program development and fundraising is required. Please apply online at http://www.sacredheart.edu/jobs.cfm We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits and compensation package. Ecumenical in spirit and led by the laity, Sacred Heart University is dedicated to excellence in academics and to the Catholic intellectual and liberal arts traditions. We are looking for individuals who value the Universitys Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and support its commitment to the intellectual and ethical development of our students. Sacred Heart University is an EOE/AA employer.
VOLUNTEER MINISTRY
BON SECOURS VOLUNTEER Ministry Director -- Director needed for Catholic lay volunteer program in Baltimore, Maryland. Responsibilities include: recruit and support volunteers; develop individual, group and corporate relationships; provide retreats; develop/maintain service sites; program development and financial management. Reports to the Sisters of Bon Secours. Position available immediately. Please mail or fax résumé, cover letter and writing sample to: Sr. Alice M. Talone, CBS, President, Sisters of Bon Secours. 1525 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville, MD 21104. Fax: (410) 442-1394.
YOUTH MINISTRY
ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE PARISH -- a 1600 family Jersey Shore Beach community located in Brigantine, N.J. directly north of Atlantic City, is seeking a Youth Minister to organize, develop and direct a Youth Ministry program for high school age young people and young adults. This person should be firmly rooted in the Catholic faith and in the spirit of the Second Vatican Council. He/she should be certified from a reputable Catholic institution of higher learning. Past experience and references are important, but not necessary. Salary and benefits are commensurate with training and experience. Open to full or part-time position. If interested please send résumé and letter of interest to Fr. Fred Voltaggio, St. Thomas the Apostle Rectory, 331 8th St. South, Brigantine, N.J. 08203.
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY -- Holy Family Parish in South Pasadena, CA, is seeking a full-time Director of Youth Ministry to energize our Confirmation formation and future high school youth program. Very active, dynamic parish with strong lay leadership. Bachelors degree in religious studies or related field, together with certification, preferred. Salary commensurate with experience and education. Send electronic résumé to: karlholt@holyfamily.org
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