This is part of the "Basics of Ministry" Series. Here are the chapter headings: The ministry of the sacristan. Responsiblities and working relationships. The Liturgical Year. The sacristy. The Triduum.This book is about a ministry that has only recenty come into its own. The author, Christina Neff, is an artist and writer. She curretnly maintains a studio for liturgical and fine arts in Evanston, Illinois... (more information)

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This is a classic of English children's literature. The book would be an excellent gift for a child, on any occasion. The cover has a sketch of a train entering a tunnel, with children overhead, looking on. The book is also well illustrated with colored drawings. A green slipcase is also provided. This is a collector's edition, with fine paper and excellent smyth-sewn binding.... (more information)

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Written just at the beginning of the Second Vatican Council, this book treats the life and ways of Pope Pius XII, the election of Pope John XXIII, the role of the Cardinals, news-gathering in Rome, and the inception of the Second Vatican Council.... (more information)

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Well illustrated with photographs and drawings of vestments etc., this book is easy enough for kids. It's practical and clear. 48 pages.... (more information)

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What is your interest in wildlife? Do you feed, watch, or photograph birds? Do you hunt white-tails, mallards, or pheasants? Maybe you like listening to frogs in the spring. Or perhaps you just enjoy the beauty of the natural world.Creating Habitats and Homes for Illinois Wildlife wil inspire you to enjoy and conserve the rich wildlife legacy of the Prairie State. This book will give you the know-how and the confidence to plan projects that provide homes for wildlife. The help you need is here, in clea... (more information)

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Paper is a bit yellowed with age. Binding is ok."This is without any doubt the one outstanding bookin the field of basic Christian social ethics." --Paul Ramsey."A superb piece of analytical writing" --Paul Hutchinson."This book is one of great significance." --Time and Tide.... (more information)

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In the author's view, Black theology is still marginalized. The author outlines reasons for this fact, such as residential segregation in the urban North, the ideal of assimilation, the impact of the Second Vatican Counci, and the separatist tone of Black theology. Using the work of Bernard Longergan and David Tracy, the author argues that Catholic theology itself requires collaboration with Black theologians, quite apart from the moral imperative of racial justice.... (more information)

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In these 80 pages, Father Nouwen gives us the texts of three lectures given at the International Conference for Clinical Pastoral Education; the year of presentation is not given. In this book, the author speaks of the minister as a healing reminder, a sustaining reminder, and a guiding reminder. Father Nouwen's words are few; his wisdom is great. This little book would be a help to any pastoral minister, especially in a hospital setting.... (more information)

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