"Being Missionary in a Culturally Diverse Community," a workshop sponsored by Glenmary's Department of Pastoral Ministers & Pastoral Services in Nashville in October 2002, brought together pastoral leaders working among Hispanics in Glenmary mission areas. Sister Kris Vorenkamp (Houston, Miss.), Tony Barbour (Glennville, Ga.) and Elquin Gonzalez (Tupelo, Miss.) led the group in song and worship. — For a report on this workshop by Liz Dudas — To read about Sister Kris's multicultural ministry — For tips on ministering in the Hispanic community
First Hispanic Bible School Pastoral coordinator Paul Witte explains the crucifix to the mostly Hispanic participants in his mission's first effort to hold a Catholic Bible for the growing Hispanic community in Monroe County, Tenn. The Bible school’s goal was to familiarize children with Catholic culture and lead them to a greater understanding of what it means to be a follower of Jesus. — For the full story.
Taking Culture for Granted That's the biggest mistake in Hispanic/Latino Ministry, says Dominican Sister Susan Klein. —To read the essay