The author believes that body prayer (prayer that involves the whole body, involves us physically) needs to be relearned; the best way that can be done is to create an atmosphere of freedom and trust in which new ways of worshipping can be explored. (KC)

Addresses the need to renew continually the conceptual clarity of American Catholic religious education and to patiently endure educational development without becoming too easily satisfied. (Author/RK)

Describes the foundation, growth and philosophy of Teachers' Teams, an international movement of Catholic educators who view teaching in public schools as a vocation, mission and ministry. Discusses activities such as monthly meetings and conferences and defines the three steps in their approach: seeing, judging, and acting. (BCY)

Provides a brief survey of church documents to clarify the meaning of the term "Catholic Education." Indicates that the term consistently corresponds to education in the Catholic faith and tradition that occurs in a variety of forms and settings, and not only in Catholic schools. Cites 13 documents. (KP)

Discusses a survey of 48 Catholic school teachers regarding religion and spirituality. Finds that: (1) "god" was described most frequently as caring and compassionate; (2) 38 teachers prayed daily; (3) the media was an influential moral force for seven teachers; and (4) 78 percent did not find the Roman Catholic Church to be fair or welcoming. (NB)