ERIC Number: ED273561
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1986
Pages: 77
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Inviting the Faculty to Prayer: A Practical Packet.
Walsh, Maria Joseph
Many principals want to respond to their faculty's increasing interest in and need for meaningful community prayer. This publication was prepared for the teaching community with selections of prayer forms and programs, and plans for extending the program to spouses and family. Part 1, "Introduction," is comprised of scriptural background, historical background, and the present call of prayer and teaching. Part 2, "Prayers: Simply Begin and Begin Simply," gives simple, practical suggestions for beginning to pray together. It includes thoughts on treats as prayers--developing community; types of prayer--developing faith; and teams for prayers--developing support and leadership. Part 3, "Programs: Provide for the Year," recommends giving the process of prayer time and care to develop. The suggestions made include the ideas of renewal--offering periodic opportunities; ritual--offering worship experiences; and retreat--offering prayerful days. Part 4, "Plans: Reach Out to Families," stresses faculty outreach to spouses, students, parents, and families. An outline of suggested activities is presented for both faculty spouses and school families and includes concepts on sharing the prayer experience with loved ones (for spouses), sharing the prayer experience with the total community (for school and community). Part 5, "Resources: Add and Continue," lists additional visual, audio, and book resources and explains their use. (APG)
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Authoring Institution: National Catholic Educational Association, Washington, DC.
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