Describes a poverty program for exrending concern beyond parish boundaries to the total community. (GB)

Author discusses Kohlberg's developments and feels they can help in the development of a mature moral consciousness. (GB)

The university's spiritual and critical functions in relationship to the Church, the campus and secular society were the major interests of delegates to the 10th general assembly of the International Federation of Catholic Universities, held last August in Spain. (Author)

Discusses recent theory in teaching theology in France. (RL)

A Christian community can enliven and enrich an otherwise dead ritual by its attitudinal commitment. (DS)

This article examines the motivation, training and services of religious faculty members and the satisfaction that they derive from their collegiate affiliation. Among the findings were that a smaller percentage of faculty members belong to religious orders and that teaching and direct services to students claim their major efforts. (Author/CG)

Article traces the beginnings of interest by chief school administrators in diocesan-sponsored research of Catholic elementary and secondary schools. (Author/CB)

Discusses the importance of developing curricular initiatives that educate students on the major facts and issues associated with poverty in America. Provides key poverty statistics and highlights useful Internet resources that offer resource lists, success stories, relevant press releases, and curriculum guides. For example, the PovertyUSA Web…

Argues that Catholic educators must address the issue of homosexuality with students and reviews Church doctrine on key issues. Discusses definitions of homosexuality, the Church's view that homosexual activity is wrong, and its condemnation of homophobia. Provides practical guidelines for Catholic educators. (20 citations) (AJL)

Explores changes that have taken place in the Catholic Church's understanding of the concepts of "religion" and "faith." Discusses the effects of these changes on the ministry of religious education. Makes suggestions concerning the development of a suitable environment and atmosphere for approaching religious education within…

Describes how the Diocese of Dallas overcame the logistical problems serving as obstacles to the widespread use of the Catholic Television Network in instruction at St. Pius X Elementary School. Looks at equipment needs, fund raising, staff development, technical considerations, and benefits. (DMM)

Discusses the increasing need for technology-based learning within the realm of Catholic education. Poses questions to help the planning and implementation process, including: (1) how does the learning environment amplify the sense of community? and (2) how does technology support the experience of community? (CJW)

Reports on a survey of 111 classroom volunteers in nine Catholic elementary schools. Finds that most volunteers: (1) were female, age 36 or older; (2) worked between 80-200 hours each year in a first grade classroom; and (3) were not employed and had earned at least a bachelor's degree. (CJW)