Diocesan Initiative: Autism Pew Cards
Check out these Pew Cards that were created by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. This is a great way to raise awareness in your diocese during Autism Awareness Month.
Saint Stories in ASL
Stories of Jesus and saints told by Deaf performers. These videos are a faith formation tool, as well as a tool to help people learn sign language since they are voiced and captioned.
USCCB Resource: "Celiac Disease, Alcohol Intolerance, and the Church's Pastoral Response"
Read this resource from the Committee on Divine Worship Newsletter, October 2012.
Most recent letter from CDF regarding low-gluten hosts and mustum:Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, 2000
"Circular Letter to all Presidents of the Episcopal Conferences concerning the use of low-gluten altar breads and mustum as matter for the celebration of the Eucharist"
Diocesan Initiative: The Gift of Time--CareBreaks in Providence RI
"The CareBreaks program is a public/private partnership. Catholic Charities provides program support, with additional assistance provided in the form of grants from the state of Rhode Island, as well as the federal government through its Division of Elderly Affairs. Federal grants require matching funds so the diocesan support makes this program possible."
2014 Vatican Talk: Animating Hope in Christian Communities throughout America
"The question before us is whether individuals with autism and their families experience this dignity and love within their faith communities. Do they feel of 'inestimable value…masterpieces of God’s creation, made in his own image, destined to live forever?' iv Are they truly 'willed…loved…and necessary'v as proclaimed by His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI?" - Janice Benton
Access Questions for Ministry Teams
The importance of thoughtful and careful planning for any ministry cannot be overemphasized. Planning should likewise be approached with creativity and openness. The following questions can initiate the planning process toward a universally designed ministry: What does it mean to create a church community open to all?
Happy Kids for Christmas
It’s typical for children to become over stimulated and stressed with all the activities surrounding the holiday season. Children with social and behavioral challenges may have the most difficulty adapting to schedule changes, visits to unfamiliar places, and introductions to new people and foods. The following tips give parents and caregivers some ways to maintain the joy of the season.- ‹ previous
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