Monday Musings

April 7, 2003

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1.    Weekly Religion Ideas:
            For the Teacher - Inviting God In by Joyce Rupp is an inspirational prayer book that allows you to dive into scripture through simple stories and meditations.  It is organized by the seasons of the Church year and the meditations are condensed into one page.  "God is always there, always waiting for our invitation to come in."  Ave Maria Press:  2001 www.avemariapress.com.
            For the Classroom - Keeping with the theme of Scripture for our resources this week, the Catechist Magazine has two wonderful articles around Scripture.  Women and Their Roles speaks to the position women had during the time of Jesus' ministry.  Prisca and Phoebe are just a few of these Biblical women who are discussed.  This article gives a new outlook on Scripture and the importance of women in the Bible.  The second article that is a great resource would be Appreciating Our Jewish Roots.  As educators we are aware that the study of Judaism is essential in understanding Scripture but especially in the area of Jesus' life, death and resurrection.  The author discusses Abraham, Moses and Jesus, in connection with their Jewish roots and the early Church.
            Resources - Don't forget to continue to use St. Anthony Messenger's website "American Catholic" for daily readings, meditations and scripture components of the season.   www.americancatholic.org.

2.    Resources:   A reminder to please refer to www.cdeducation.org and click on "your Catholic resources" on such things as "War with Iraq, Lenten Resources, New Rosary addition (Luminous Mysteries), Black Catholic resources, Just War doctrine, saints, etc.  These resources are routinely updated.  A big thank you to Mark Butler for all of his help and wisdom.  Again, please refer to the website and if you have any questions please call Dave Hartline at 614-221-5829 and he will be glad to assist you.

3.    TV Docudrama on St. Francis of Assisi:  "Reluctant Saint:  Francis of Assisi" a mystic on the edge of madness. . .The astonishing life of the world's favorite saint.
                                                                                              World Premiere Television Event
                                                                                                         Palm Sunday, April 13
                                                                                                  7pm/ET/PT on Hallmark Channel
        The film was shot on location in Umbria, Italy where St. Francis lived and worked.  It is based on the recent biography by best-selling author Donald Spoto and was produced by Emmy award-winner Pamela Mason Wagner.  Visit www.reluctantsaint.tv for details on this docudrama.

4.    State Department Alert:  Teachers who are moving to licensure this year (and after) will have three hours of university credit added to their requirements if they turn in the paperwork to the State after September 1 of the year the current license/certificate is to be renewed.  This is particularly important to remember if a teacher is taking a summer course.  Renewal forms must first come to the Diocesan Personnel Office, so plan your time.

5.    Principal Openings:
           
Diocese of Steubenville -  Catholic Central High School in Steubenville, is seeking a principal for the 2003-04 academic year.  The school is a central high school in the Diocese of Steubenville.  Catholic Central is seeking a principal who will provide superior leadership in continuing a tradition of academic excellence in a strong Catholic environment.
            Applicants must be practicing Catholics and must possess appropriate Ohio certification.
            For further information, contact Dr. Peter Chila at 740-282-3631 or Fr. Timothy Shannon at 740-282-0832.

            Diocese of Columbus - The pastor of Trinity School, Columbus has begun a search for a principal for the 2003-04 school year.  Interested applicants must be active, practicing Catholics and must possess - or be eligible for - appropriate Ohio administrative certification.
            The administrator's application is available at www.cdeducation.org. (Click on Information.)

6.    Our sympathy is extended to
            . . . Jenny Wiggins, teacher at St. Anthony School, Columbus whose father died recently.

 

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