Video Recommendations

He Is Risen (V 726)
The power and glory of the first Easter are presented in sight and song.

Giving Hope to a World of Need (V 759)
A look at the work of Catholic Relief Services with the poor and hungry of the world.

The Resurrected Life (V 1277)
Designed for viewers of all walks of life who hunger for an encounter with God, who seek paths of personal transformation and renewal, or who yearn for deeper insight into the core mystery of Christianity.

When Did I See You Hungry? (V 1540)
A photographic meditation on the plight of the poor and our responsibility to help. View black and white photographs by Gerard Thomas Straub from India, Brazil, Kenya, Jamaica, the Philippines, Mexico, Italy, Canada and the United States.


Book Recommendations

The Easter Story (BK 4712)
Brian Wildsmith; Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
In clear and reverent language and shining gold-toned paintings, Brian Wildsmith creates an enchantingly simple version of the greatest story ever told. Even the youngest child will be engaged.

Living Justice (BK 4755)
Thomas Massaro, S.J.; Sheed & Ward
A fresh and thoughtful look at contemporary issues and our response to them, based on the broad tradition of Catholic social teaching. Rooted in Scripture, tradition and living examples of holiness, it is relevant and timely. It will inform and inspire you for service.

Living the Works of Mercy: Daring Teens to Change the World (BK 5442)
Ellen P. Cavanaugh; St. Mary’s Press
A resource that helps adults facilitate for teens the dialog between profound human experience and the revealed word of God. It enables teens to understand the relevance of God’s word in their lives, and ultimately dares them to translate this sacred dialog into action that will change the world.


Internet Recommendations

http://crs.org
Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic community. We alleviate suffering and provide assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.


All diocesan parishioners are encouraged to make use of the Diocesan Resource Center’s holdings. To check out these materials or others, phone Kathy Ward at 406-442-5820 or 1-800-584-8914, or e-mail kward@diocesehelena.org; updated listings of the center’s titles are online at www.diocesehelena.org/catalog.


Published in The Montana Catholic, Vol. 25, No. 3, March 20, 2009.