Catholic Resources
More Resources to help us grow in faith
Diocese of Savannah, Catholic Pastoral Center --- Tel: (912) 201-4100
www.diosav.org
Keep up to date with what’s happening in our diocese and in the various
deaneries. Of special note are the overviews of Family Life and Human
Resources/Vocations links for volunteering and learning more about vocations
to the priesthood and the religious life. We are also fortunate to have
another excellent resource available, the Southern Cross, our
diocesan official newspaper. For more information call the diocese at the
above number.
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist --- Tel: (912) 233-4709
www.savannahcathedral.org
In addition to parish staff information and Mass schedules, learn about the
history of the Cathedral, its design and restoration. Before taking visitors
for a tour of this impressive church, view and read the descriptions of some
of its interior features including the tabernacle, main altar, crucifix,
transept windows, and stations of the Cross.
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
www.usccb.org
This comprehensive reference to the USCCB departments and offices covers the
latest news topics such as priesthood ordinations, Catholics in political
life, and current issues in Congress. A comprehensive source of information
about on-going projects—from African American Catholics to World Youth
Day—and everything in between.
Vatican Official Web Site:
www.vatican.va/phome_en.htm
One could spend days exploring the wealth of information presented and the
beauty of its graphics. Get a daily update of what’s happening in Rome, then
learn about the saints, search the Vatican library, and tour the museums
with their five-hundred-year-old collections of art.
Catechism of the Catholic Church
www.wcr.ab.ca/catechism/indxcat.shtml
Glen Argan, editor of the Western Catholic Reporter in Edmonton, Alberta,
Canada, has written a series of 160 articles commenting on the sections of
the catechism. All are linked to an on-line version of the catechism at the
site of Saint Charles Borromeo parish in Picayune, MS. They give the
inquiring person an in-depth view of the formal axioms of our faith coupled
with informal commentary in tune with the daily living of our faith.
VIRTUS Training
www.virtus.org
To foster and maintain an atmosphere of safety in its ministry to minors, the Diocese of Savannah has established a code of conduct for those working with minors. Training is available periodically throughout the year. For more information see the VIRTUS web site.
Catholic Engaged Encounter --- Tel: (770) 975:1147
www.engagedencounter.org
CCE in an intensive weekend for engaged couples to examine and deepen their
relationship with each other and God. Topics covered include self-knowledge,
communication, decision making, intimacy and morality, natural family
planning, sacrament, engagement and betrothal, and unity of life. A
community of volunteers organize and present the various topics. The
telephone of the Atlanta ministry of Catholic Engaged Encounter is shown
above. Their web site address is:
www.atlcee.org
Catholic Men’s Group: St. Joseph’s Covenant Keepers --- Brian Kennedy:
354-3065
www.dads.org
St. Joseph’s Covenant Keepers (SJCK) is a Catholic men’s group dedicated to
helping to equip and encourage men for more effective service and
relationships within their families. The group meets Friday morning for 6:30
a.m. Mass at Benedictine. All Catholic men who wish to grow stronger in
their Catholic faith and in their roles as husband and father are invited to
experience the positive power of this initiative.
Catholics in the Military
www.catholicMil.org
The mission of Catholics in the Military is to strengthen Catholic families,
and to promote vocations to the Military Archdiocese. It was launched
Christmas Eve 2001 and offers U.S. Armed Forces personnel spiritual truths
of military life in light of the Catholic faith.
This web site is packed full with information not generally available
elsewhere. Information on military ethics, forthright answers to a broad
range of Q&As, stories of chaplains, and prayers for those in our military
services, our country, for peace, and for national healing.
Eternal Word Television Network --- Tel: (205) 271-2900
www.ewtn.com
Over the years, EWTN has developed into a global Catholic communication
ministry—publications, radio, and television. Its religious programming is
second to none, and includes daily and Sunday Mass, the Rosary, Litany
devotions, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, thus enabling everyone to uplift
their lives during the day as the Spirit moves!
EWTN general programming tells the stories of saints and martyrs, current
and past Church history, the papacy, world affairs, making moral decisions
in daily life, conversion experiences, and includes special faith-programs
oriented to children. Monthly program summaries can be found at the
bookshelf in the narthex.
Family Honor --- Tel: (803) 929-0858
www.familyhonor.org
Family Honor is a non-profit Catholic organization based in Columbia, South
Carolina. It was established in 1987 to provide opportunities for parents
and children to communicate on important life values, with a special focus
on God’s gift of sexuality and the virtue of chastity. The motto of Family
Honor, “Bringing Families Closer Together,” has been proven by independent
studies. Results show this family-centered approach helps parents feel more
competent and families more assured of handling the pressures of today’s
culture … and children who have now matured are living witnesses to the
benefits of living a virtuous life.
Knights of Columbus --- Tel: (912) 233-3497
www.kofc.org
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men’s fraternal benefit society.
Founded by Father Michael McGivney in 1882, his primary objectives were to
support the cause of Catholic civil liberty and to “dissuade Catholics from
joining secret societies.” The Knights have not only provided benefits to
their members and families, but are renowned for their educational,
charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief, and public relief works.
Retrouvaille 1-800-470-2230
www.retrouvaille.org
“For Better or Worse… Through Good Times and Bad… The word Retrouvaille
means ‘rediscovery.’” This live-in weekend program is aimed at couples who
are looking for help, perhaps are even thinking of separation or divorce,
but want to try again. Retrouvaille is a Catholic program, but couples of
other faith expressions are welcome. Post-weekend sessions are also held to
reinforce, review, and help couples to continue along the path of
reconciliation and marital happiness.
Serra Club of Savannah --- Byron Stephens: 355-7276
www.serraus.org
The mission of all Serra clubs is to actively work, promote, foster, and
affirm vocations to the ordained priesthood and vowed religious life. The
Serra Club of Savannah is a Diocesan-wide endeavor, affiliated with the USA
Council of Serra International. Serrans are lay men and women who are
committed to being the vocation arm of our Church. As Pope John Paul II
wrote, “The fostering of vocations cannot be considered a marginal activity,
but must be incorporated fully into the life and activity of the community.”
In so doing the Serra ministry enriches and develops their members’ common
Catholic faith.
World Wide Marriage Encounter --- 1-800-923-9963
www.wwme.org
Marriage Encounter is a time for couples to reinforce and strengthen their
relationships. During this weekend experience, techniques of loving
communication are learned that can be the basis for an enduring and
revitalized marriage.
Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat - The peace and natural beauty of Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat beckons you from the cares of daily life to a place of quiet reflection. Their facilities are open to groups as well as individuals. For more information click here to see their web-site.
