PUBLICATIONS & RESOURCES:
International Priests in America: Challenges and Opportunities, by Dr. Dean R. Hoge and Father Aniedi Okure, OP is a report of a study commissioned by the National Federation of Priests’ Councils. The result of the research is this publication. The book essentially asks two questions: Should the Church in the United States bring in more international priests? If so, how should this be done? The book includes a history of foreign-born Catholic priests who minister in the US and includes interviews with the priests themselves, pastors, vicars for priests, educators from acculturation programs, and laity. The book concludes with commentaries by Father Anthony McGuire, Dr. Seung Ai Yang, Father Michael Heher and Father Virgil Elizondo. Published by The Liturgical Press. Available in February 2006 from the NFPC at special price of $17.00. To order in advance contact, NFPC, 333. N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1205, Chicago, IL 60601. Tel: Toll free: (888) 271-NFPC (6372), (312) 442-9700. Fax: (312) 422-9709. E-mail: nfpc@nfpc.org. Web site: www.nfpc.org.

The Laborer Is Worthy of His Hire, updated triennially by William P. Daly, director of Research, NACPA. A profile of 2005 priests' compensation statistics, Includes essays on tax issues and models of diocesan compensation plans. Contains commentaries on the History and Theology of Priests' Compensation, trends in priests' compensation, income taxes for priests by Wayne Lenell, as well as and an essay on The Church's Care for Priests, by Father Robert Schwartz. Available for $25.00 (quantity pricing available) from the NFPC, 1337 W. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60622. Tel: (888) 271-6372, Fax: (312) 829-8915, E-mail: nfpc@nfpc.org. Web site: www.nfpc.org.

Stewards of God’s Mysteries: Priestly Spirituality in A Changing Church, written by Rev. Paul J. Philibert, OP. A collaborative effort of the NFPC launched in 1998. This study of priestly spirituality was inspired to commemorate the Thirtieth anniversary of the NCCB document, Spiritual Renewal of the American Priesthood. A committee composed of Father Melvin C. Blanchette, SS, Father Daniel E. Danielson, and Father Paul J. Philibert, OP produced the study. Available for $9.95 from the NFPC, 333 N. Michigan Ave., Ste 1205, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone: (888) 271-6372. Fax: (312) 442-4709. E-mail nfpc@nfpc.org. Web site: www.nfpc.org

Evolving Visions of the Priesthood: Changes from Vatican II to the Turn of the New Century, by Dr. Dean R. Hoge and Jacqueline Wenger is an NFPC commissioned book based on a longitudinal study of attitudes of priests begun in 1970 by the National Opinion Research Center. The book provides updated information on changes in priests’ attitudes toward ecclesiology, the needs of priests, and other important issues since the end of Vatican Council II in 1965. The book is published by The Liturgical Press. Available for the special price of $17.00 from the NFPC, 333 N. Michigan Ave., Ste 1205, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone: (888) 271-6372. Fax: (312) 442-4709. E-mail: nfpc@nfpc.org. Web site: www.nfpc.org.

A Woman’s Place: House Churches in Earliest Christianity, by Carolyn Osiek and Margaret Y. MacDonald takes a look at women in the household context and discusses the importance of issues of space and visibility in shaping the lives of early Christian women. Several aspects of women’s everyday existence are investigated, including the lives of wives, widows, women with children, female slaves, women as patrons, household leaders, and teachers. In addition, several key themes emerge: hospitality, dining practices, and the extent of female segregation. Available for $20.00 from Augsburg Fortress Publishers, P.O. Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440. Tel: (800) 328-4648. Fax: (800) 722-7760. E-mail: News@augsburgfortress.org. Web site: www.fortresspress.org.

In Slaves in the New Testament: Literary, Social and Moral Dimensions, author J. Albert Harrill posits an analysis of slaves and slavery in the New Testament. Harrill breaks new ground with his extensive use of Greco-Roman evidence, discussion of hermeneutics, and treatment of the use of the New Testament in antebellum US slavery debates. He examines in detail Philemon, 1 Corinthians, Romans, Luke-Acts, and the household codes. Available for $25.00 from Augsburg Fortress Publishers, P.O. Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440. Tel: (800) 328-4648. Fax: (800) 722-7760. E-mail: News@augsburgfortress.org. Web site: www.fortresspress.org.

In America, waiting presents an enormous challenge. Seven Spiritual Gifts of Waiting, by Holly Whitcomb addresses the impatient, “fix-it” kinds of people — and explains that not all situations can be fixed. This book presents seven spiritual gifts that waiting can teach us: Patience, Loss of Control, Live in the Present, Compassion, Gratitude, Humility, and Trust in God. An excellent resource during times of waiting within the church year including Advent and Lent, the book includes spiritual exercises and reflection questions for personal or group use as well as a retreat design. Available for $11.99 from Augsburg Fortress Publishers, P.O. Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440. Tel: (800) 328-4648. Fax: (800) 722-7760. E-mail: News@augsburgfortress.org. Web site: www.augsburgfortress.org.

Encounters with Biblical Theology, by John J. Collins is a book of essays, which were published over three decades. Approximately one-third of them appeared in the last five years, one-third in the 1990s and, one-third from the 1980s. According to the Introduction, what the essays have in common is the attempt to address biblical theology from the perspective of historical criticism. This book is helpful for use in Old Testament courses is also a valuable resource for those exploring the role of the Bible in culture today. Available for $22.00 from Augsburg Fortress Publishers, P.O. Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440. Tel: (800) 328-4648. Fax: (800) 722-7760. E-mail: News@augsburgfortress.org. Web site: www.fortresspress.com.