Resources
Resources - Confronting the Culture of Violence
Some people today are scared. They fear being the victim of violence. They fear
widespread unrest as a new millennium begins. They fear shortages of food and
water due to the Y2K computer problem.
Through its Social Concerns Task Group IPCUM wants to help churches in Indiana
learn how to function well in this time of societal regression. Church members
need help understanding a different way of being, a way to be a non-anxious
presence when some people around them are reacting violently. We want to address
the question, "what does the Church say to a world that is reactive and even
scared?" We want to help church members act responsibly, with maturity and
integrity.
Listed below are videos and publications about non-violence. Also listed are
networks and agencies you can contact to get more directly involved.
Videos
"When You
Preach... Remember Me"
A short discussion starter video about how preaching can help break the cycle of
domestic violence. Order video no. 680-8 by calling 800-235-8722. Publishing
Services, United States Catholic Conference, Washington DC. Copyright 1993.
Publications
"An
Introduction to Peacemaking in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)"
Brochure describing the peacemaking emphasis of the PC(USA) and the work of the
Presbyterian Peacemaking Program. Free. Call Presbyterian Distribution Services
at 800-524-2612. (PDS# 7027098005)
"Circles of Hope, Circles of Peace" by LaDoris Payne
A practical 40 page how to resource which will help individuals and families
move from being victims of violence to courageous advocates for peacemaking.
$5.95 Order from Parenting for Peace and Justice Network, c/o The Institute for
Peace & Justice, 4144 Lindell Blvd., #408, St. Louis, MO 63108
"Confronting a Culture of Violence, A Catholic Framework for Action."
Order Publication No. 028-1 by calling 800-235-USCC. Copyright 1994, 33 pgs.
"Putting Children and Families First"
Shares the facts of a society failing its children and a world neglecting
children, and explores the moral dimensions of these failures. Order publication
no. 469-4 by calling 800-235-8722. Copyright 1996, 18 pgs.
"Sharing Catholic Social Teachings, Challenges and Directions Reflections of
the U.S. Catholic Bishops."
Also includes the summary report of the Task Force on Catholic Social Teaching
and Catholic Education. Order publication no. 5-281 by calling 800-235-8722.
Copyright 1998, 28 pgs.
"Sowing Weapons of War A Pastoral Reflection on the Arms Trade and
Landmines."
Order publication no. 5-028 by calling 800-235-8722. Copyright 1995, 9 pgs.
"The Gospel of Life" by John Paul II
An Encyclical Letter on the Value and Inviolability of Human Life. Order
Publication No. 316-7 by calling 800-235-USCC, 189 pgs.
"The Harvest of Justice is Sown in Peace A reflection of the National
Conference of Catholic Bishops on the Tenth Anniversary of the Challenge of
Peace."
Order publication no. 705-7 by calling 800-235-8722. Copyright 1994, 23 pgs.
"U.S. Bishops Statement on Capital Punishment"
Order publication no. 740-5 by calling 800-235-8722. Copyright 1998, 13 pgs.
"When I Call for Help... A Pastoral Response to Domestic Violence Against
Women"
Order Publication No. 548-8 by calling 800-235-USCC. Copyright 1992, 13 pgs.
Visit the U.S. Bishop's internet site located at
http://www.nccbuscc.org.
Networks
Baptist
Peace Fellowship of North America
The purpose of BPFNA is to unite and enable Baptist Christians to make peace in
our warring world. We are called by God to witness to the Gospel of Peace.
Contact:
BPFNA
PO Box 280
Lake Junaluska, NC 28745
Phone: 828-456-1881
Fax: 828-456-1883
email: bpfna@primeline.com
Website:
http://www.bpfna.org
Families Against Violence Advocacy Network
FAVAN is a broadly based network of organizations, families and individuals
committed to violence prevention and the promotion of alternatives to violence
in our families, schools, and communities. Contact
FAVAN c/o The Institute for Peace & Justice
4144 Lindell Blvd., #408
St. Louis, MO 63108
Fax: (314)533-4445
email: ppjn@aol.com
Website:
http://members.aol.com/ppjn
Agencies/Programs
Breaking
Free, Inc.
The Breaking Free Children's Program is a program for children and parents who
have experienced family violence. They offer groups for children and a support
group for parents. Call 317-926-1271 for more information.
To
Be Categorized
Conscience
and War: Resources for exploring options
An up to date packet for young people considering conscientious objection as an
option to military service, a draft or a war. $4.50 Available from United Church
of Christ Resources (800) 325-7061
Friendship Press, A Call to Hope
A children's magazine for studying Living as Christians in a Violent Society.
Also see full catalog, Available from United Church of Christ Resources (800)
325-7061
Kids Talk TV: Inside/Out
A resource for religious educators, Sunday School teachers, classroom teachers,
after school group leaders, camp counselors, media Liberian's, parents, and
anyone who cares about what children learn from TV. Includes guidebook, video,
and theological reflection. Emphasis is ages 9-11, but appropriate for all
elementary age children. Helps children explore, evaluate, and better understand
the world of TV. $79.95 Available from United Church of Christ Resources (800)
325-7061
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Curriculum for Children ages five through
eight
by Kathryn Goering Reid. A companion to Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A
Curriculum for Children ages nine through twelve, Helps parents and those who
work with children in the context of religious education deal with the difficult
issue of child sexual abuse, $11.95 Available from United Church of Christ
Resources (800) 325-7061
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Curriculum for Children ages nine through
twelve
by Kathryn Goering Reid with Marie Fortune. A 13 session resource for educators
who intend to expand their ministry to children to include this much needed
information. $9.95 Available from United Church of Christ Resources (800)
325-7061
Violence in the Family: a Workshop Curriculum for Clergy and other Helpers
by Marie Fortune. A manual for groups and individuals working on family violence
- specifically spouse abuse, child abuse, and incest. $19.95 Available from
United Church of Christ Resources (800) 325-7061
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