Video Recommendations
Peter and Paul (V 959)
Follows Peter and Paul, together and separately, through three decades – from the stoning of Stephen to approximately A.D. 64 with Paul’s beheading and Peter’s crucifixion.
Voice of the Lion: Paul (V 1086)
Chip Arnold presents a one-man stage program depicting the life of Paul. Dramatic revelation of the great heights one can reach when God is allowed to work in our lives. By Paul’s example, we realize what God was able to accomplish through a man who called himself the “chief of sinners.”
God’s Call Has a Joyful Ring (D 5099)
Learn about the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, a religious community of Catholic women who have dedicated themselves to love and serve God and neighbors. They work primarily in the areas of health care, education, social services and pastoral ministry.
Effective Father Seminars (K 3054)
Men, what legacy will you leave to your children and grandchildren? Will it consist of material wealth accumulated over a lifetime, or will you pass along a priceless legacy of experience and values to future generations? Learn to share an inheritance that will prepare them to live a rich life centered on God’s promises.
Book Recommendations
We Came North (BK 236)
Sister Julia Gilmore, SCL; Abbey Press
This is the story of the first 100 years of the religious community of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth.
Velvet and Steel (BK 4452)
John K. Ream; Resource Publications, Inc.
Develops solid fathering principles which are illustrated with real-life stories that convey a wisdom and practicality reminiscent of Jesus’ parables.
Paul, Least of the Apostles (BK 5842)
Alain Decaux; Pauline Books and Media
A compelling biography of the apostle Paul, a man of exceptional passion and conviction, courage and faith, yet one branded by human contradictions, self-doubt and personal weakness.
Internet Recommendations
www.scls.org
Visit the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth website to learn more about their community.
To check out these materials or others from the Diocesan Resource Center, phone Kathy Ward at 406-442-5820 or 1-800-584-8914, or e-mail kward@diocesehelena.org
Published in The Montana Catholic, Vol. 24, No. 7, July 18, 2008.
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