Ministry and Mission

Centre for Action and Contemplation
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Fr Stephen Bevans SVD videos:
Fr Stephen Bevans SVD is a renowned teacher, author and theologian. He is Professor Emeritus at Catholic Theological Union. He has given keynote presentations and seminars around the world. Below are links to just a few of these:
- Dreaming of a ‘Missionary Option’ (33 mins)
  Fr Bevans reflects on key themes in 'The Joy of the Gospel' and asks what does it mean for mission?
- Vatican II and the Church’s Mission (56 mins)
  What if we woke up one morning and discovered that the Second Vatican Council had never happened?
- A God of Mercy, A People of Mercy - Part 1 (58 mins)
  A God of Mercy, A People of Mercy - Part 2 (36 mins)
  Exploring contemporary issues for the Church and our Christian mission to the world through the lens of mercy.

What are we Doing on Earth for Christ’s Sake?
Fr Richard Leonard SJ. Paulist Press.
Rather than ignoring the world around us or creating one that is removed from reality, the book encourages the need for honest dialogue, stresses the importance of religious experience, but most importantly, urges the practice of genuine actions for Christ's sake. Also available as an eBook.
Evangelii Gaudium: The Joy of the Gospel
Pope Francis. St Pauls Publications.
Apostolic Exhortation on the Proclamation of the Gospel in Today's World. At a critical time in history, Pope Francis draws on his life experiences and passion for evangelisation to appeal to all communities.
The text can be read online or you can download the PDF version.
Seven Challenges from Pope Francis: A pastoral resource based on Evangelii Gaudium
Teresa Pirola. Diocese of Broken Bay. (24p)
An individual reflection or small group resource based on 'The Joy of the Gospel'. Available as a free PDF file.
The Joy of the Gospel - A Group Reading Guide to Pope Francis’ Evangelii Gaudium
Bill Huebsch. Twenty third Publications. (48p)
Study guide with brief paraphrased summaries of each article from Pope Francis’ historic and transformative document. Includes prayerful discussion and reflection questions to help readers respond more personally to the Holy Father’s vision for the Church. For a sample click here.

A Call to Mission (DVD)
OblateMedia.
Sophie Scholl: The Final Days (DVD or iTunes)
A dramatization of the final days of Sophie Scholl, one of the most famous members of the German World War II anti-Nazi resistance movement, The White Rose. Her brave witness to her Christian faith and her indomitable conscience are both portrayed superbly in this German film.
The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler (DVD)
This is the compelling story of Polish Catholic social worker, Irena Sendler, one of the most remarkable, and unlikely, heroes of World War II, saving 2,500 Jewish children during the Nazi occupation of Poland.

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