Collaboration: Uniting Our Gifts in Ministry

Author: Loughlan Sofield, ST and Carroll Juliano, SHCJ

Media Type: Book

Topics: Lay Ecclesial Ministry, Parish Life, Parish Pastoral Councils, Priests

This excellent book provides a practical and theologically sound approach to collaborative ministry within the Church. Myths are debunked, and obstacles are realisically examined. Much positive support is given for developing a truly collaborative approach. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Empowerment for Ministry: A Complete Manual on Diocesan Faculties for Priests, Deacons, and Lay Ministers

Author: John M. Huels

Media Type: Book

Topics: Church, Church Law (Canon Law), Deacons, Lay Ecclesial Ministry, Parish Life, Priests

A comprehensive resource for those in ministry (lay and ordained) explaining the law behind roles, responsibilities and authority to minister in the name of the Church. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Fulfilling The Vision: Collaborative Ministry in the Parish

Author: Bishop Howard J. Hubbard

Media Type: Book

Topics: Lay Ecclesial Ministry, Parish Life, Parish Pastoral Councils, Priests, Written by a Bishop

Focusing on the parish community, this book provides encouragement and support for organizing parish life in a creative and helpful way. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

International Priests in America: Challenges And Opportunities

Author: Dean and Aniedi Okure Hoge

Media Type: Book

Topics: Parish Life, Priests

This report looks at the growing trend of foreign-born priests serving in US parishes and implications for the future. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Official Catholic Directory

Author: Publisher PJ Kenedy & Sons

Media Type: Magazines

Topics: Church, Deacons, Facts and Figures, Parish Life, Priests

A very detailed listing of every Catholic diocese, parish, school, retreat center, religious institution and priest in the US. This large book, printed annually, comes with a CD and is a great resource. Subscription is for one year (one book & CD along with updates.) To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Ordering the Baptismal Priesthood: Theologies of Lay and Ordained Ministry

Author: Susan K. Wood, Michael Downey, Zeni Fox, Richard Gaillardetz, Aurelie Hagstrom, Kenan Osborne, David Power, Thomas Rausch, Elissa Rinere, and R. Kevin Seasoltz

Media Type: Book

Topics: Lay Ecclesial Ministry, Parish Life, Priests

Based on a theological gathering of experts, this book contains 10 short, academic essays providing an excellent examination of lay ministry as well as its relation to ordained ministry. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Priestly Ministry in Multiple Parishes

Author: Katarina Schuth

Media Type: Book

Topics: Parish Life, Priests

The result of a survey of more than 900 Catholic priests who serve multiple parishes, this book is extremely valuable for every Catholic who is or will be affected by the decrease in the number of ordained leaders ministering in parishes. This book emphasizes the importance of planning ahead. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Priests for the 21st Century (The Boston College Church of the 21st Century Series)

Author: Donald Dietrich

Media Type: Book

Topics: Priests

A collection of short essays that shed light on the history and nature of the priesthood. This book was coordinated by Boston College's Church in the 21st Century Center. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Priests for the Third Millennium

Author: Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan

Media Type: Book

Topics: Being Catholic, Priests, Written by a Bishop

Archbishop Dolan was the Rector of the North American College in Rome, where some US seminarians study during their formation. This book is a collection of 24 presentations he gave the seminarians. Calling the reader to a life of holiness, the author provides a book that is both interesting and that challenges us to be more than we currently are. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Still Called by Name: Why I Love Being a Priest

Author: Dominic Grassi

Media Type: Book

Topics: Priests

A wonderful book by a priest who shares the joys and challenges that he finds in his vocation. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.