BIBLE RESOURCES
FOR PERSONAL GROWTH
AND GROUP STUDY
by KAY MURDY
Speaker & Columnist Author of:
90 Days: Daily Reflections for Lent and Easter
Season of Emanuel:
Daily Reflections for
Advent Christmas
Pharaoh to the Father: Journey through the Exodus and the Lord's Prayer
What Every Catholic Needs to Know about the Bible

Kay writes a monthly column on the Spirituality of the Lectionary for
Ministry and Liturgy Magazine by
Resource Pub. Inc.
http://www.rpinet.com
Email: MurdyK@netscape.net

The Bible Today

Catholic Bible Institute

Catholic News Service

God's Word Today

Kay Murdy's
Daily Gospel Readings

Kay Murdy's
Home Bible Study

Little Rock Scripture Study

Magnificat

Ministry & Liturgy Magazine

Tantur Ecumenical Institute

What Every Catholic Needs to Know about the Bible

The Word Among Us

ONLINE CATHOLIC BIBLE RESOURCES

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New American Bible full text of the Bible, in canonical order; from the official website of the NCCB/USCC http://www.nccbuscc.org/nab/bible/index.htm

Bible Gateway: Search the site for words and passages in the Bible, news and articles of interest to Catholics: www.catholic.net/RCC/Catechism/bible.html

The Five Gospels Parallels - allows side-by-side views of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and the non-canonical Gospel of Thomas http://www.utoronto.ca/religion/synopsis/

On-line Edition of Biblica  In collaboration with Biblical Studies on the Web Project. Published by the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome, Biblica is a research journal and appears four times a year. It is dedicated to advanced biblical studies on the Old and New Testament, and intertestamentary literature, and covers fields of research, such as exegesis, philology, and history. http://biblica.bsw.org

Felix Just, S.J. New Testament professor, materials related to academic biblical studies, useful for scholars, teachers, students, and many other New Testament Educational Resources http://catholic-resources.org/Lectionary/

John Donahue, SJ, Professor of New Testament at the Jesuit School of Theology and the Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley, CA. http://home.light.att.net/_pwp_light_/~johndonahue/JohnRDonahue.html

Fr. Jim Nisbet, scripture study tapes is committed to providing individuals and groups with relevant Bible study aides, audio and video tapes by Fr. Jim Nisbet, a renowned speaker, Catholic priest and biblical scholar. In addition to verse-by-verse study tapes there are also selections on the seasons of the Church, Sacraments, History of the Bible and Spiritual growth. Fr. Jim Nisbet presents the Scriptures in simple terms with factual information. He shares the meaning of each verse in practical language. www.NisbetScriptureStudy.com

Fr. John Hampsch C.M.F., Tape Ministry provides audio tapes, video tapes, and books focusing on spiritual healing, healing the family tree, healing through forgiveness, healing of memories, and a wide range of other topics. http://claretiantapeministry.org/

ARTWORK

Artwork Courtesy:
Diana Hughey: www.artdizions.com
www.christian-art-network.com

Bible Verse Art:  http://www.bibleverseart.com/

CHANT ART www.catholicdigitalimages.com

EASTERN LITURGY LINKS
In his Apostolic Letter Orientale Lumen John Paul II has stated the Catholic position on the value of the Eastern heritage:

Since the ancient tradition of the Eastern Churches is an integral part of the heritage of Christ's Church, the first need for Catholics is to be familiar with that tradition, so as to be nourished by it and to encourage the process of unity in the best way possible for each. 

ICONOGRAMS: http://www.iconograms.org/
"Icon," from the Greek word ikona, means "image" -- painted panels with representations of saints that decorate churches and are used in worship in the Eastern Christian tradition. This Web site offers more than 200 visually rich electronic images of icons that can be sent via e-mail as cards to mark major Christian feast days, holidays, name days, sacraments, and other occasions. The site is a service of the Department of Internet Ministries for the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

KAY MURDY'S HOME BIBLE STUDY
Grow in understanding of God's Word and its practical application to our daily lives.

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"WHAT EVERY CATHOLIC NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT THE BIBLE"

A Parish Guide to Scripture by Kay Murdy
This is a wonderful introductory tool for the average person. It presents the Bible in its literary, historical and religious context and provides a valuable framework for continued learning. $9.95, Paperbound, 96 pages. Order from Resource Pub., Inc. 160 E. Virginia St., #290, San Jose, CA 95112-5848 http://www.rpinet.com

Experts say Catholics still don't read the Bible regularly
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- While it may be a best-seller, the Bible still is not regularly read, nor has it become an integral part of many Catholics' lives, said a panel of biblical experts. "Unfortunately, it must be said, there is still little Bible in the lives of the faithful," said Italian Bishop Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Catholic Bible Federation. Bishop Paglia, together with a number of biblical experts, spoke at a Vatican press conference Sept. 8 to present an upcoming international congress commemorating the 40th anniversary of "Dei Verbum," the Second Vatican Council document on Scripture and divine revelation. The five-day conference gathered more than 400 biblical experts from all over the world. Its aims included pinpointing the current challenges and problems in making people aware of the importance of the Bible. In divine revelation, "God is talking to us as friends," said the cardinal. The word of God is not an intellectual treatise on "supernatural reality or arcane doctrine," he said; it is "person-to-person communication" with God's loving voice speaking directly to the individual.

The secretary-general of the Catholic Bible Federation, Alexander Schweitzer, said the church needs to do more than just make the Bible available to people; it needs, "at the same time, to provide the ways and means (for people) to know how to use it."

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A CLEAR PICTURE OF THE BIBLICAL WORD 
ALIVE WITHIN THE CHURCH
The Bible Today provides insights, evaluations, and reflections on the Word of God in an attractive format that can be readily understood and applied to serve those in ministry. It offers illustrated articles and commentary that focus on a particular theme or book of the Bible to nourish spiritual lives. The Bible Today is ideal for individual or group study of the Bible.

The Liturgical Press  http://www.litpress.org/mag/bt.html

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CATHOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE
PLAN NOW TO ATTEND! THE NEXT CLASS BEGINS
JANUARY, 2008
Call or write to be put on waiting list
Office of Religious Education, 3424 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., CA 90010-2022 
Sr. Clare Melody (213) 637-7358

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Check out Catholic News Service at: http://www.catholicnews.com 
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GOD'S WORD TODAY: A Daily Reading Guide

Each issue of God's Word Today includes: A Scripture reading assignment for each day of the month, together with a practical commentary explaining the passage, its message and pointers for applying that passage to our everyday lives. Plus daily prayers, pointers for personal reflection and insightful articles. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of your first issue.

• Write to God's Word Today, University of St. Thomas, P.O. Box 56915, Boulder CO 80323-6915

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Little Rock Scripture Study

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• Develop your prayer life,
• Grow in your spiritual life,
• Find a way to a more profound love for Our Blessed Savior,
• Participate in the Holy Mass with greater fervor.

Every day, MAGNIFICAT offers :

• Beautiful prayers for morning and evening, drawn from the Liturgy of the Hours
• The official texts of the daily mass
• Meditations written by a great variety of spiritual writings
• Essays on the lives of the Saints of today and the past
• An article giving valuable spiritual insight into a masterpiece of Sacred Art

MAGNIFICAT: P.O. Box 822 Yonkers, NY 10702, For queries visit Web Site: www.magnificat.net

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Ministry & Liturgy is a professional magazine for members of your parish ministry team. It is dedicated to exploring the connection between liturgy and life, unpacking the treasures of the Roman liturgy, and helping ministers use the visual, musical, lively, poetic, and environmental arts to shape liturgies to their local culture. Subscribe today at NO risk. Resource Publications, Inc.160 E. Virginia St., #290, San Jose, CA 95112-5848
http://www.rpinet.com

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Study at Tantur Ecumenical Institute 
for Theological Studies in Jerusalem

History: During Vatican II, Pope Paul VI discovered the importance of dialogue with other faiths. Some of the Protestant observers were very significant as resources during the Council. Wanting to keep that dialogue going, the Pope turned to his resourceful American friend, Fr. Theodore Hesbergh, CSC, of Notre Dame for help. Eventually, a committee decided to look for property in Jerusalem--and found an abandoned hospital run by the Knights of Malta. The Vatican bought the property and Fr. Hesbergh financed the building of an educational institute as an extension of Notre Dame University. Originally, it was to serve scholars--promoting both research and dialogue among them. For that reason, it has one of the most developed theological libraries in the Middle East.

"Fifth Gospel":  Since its opening in 1972 it tried other programs with limited success. Twelve years ago it added the dimension of studying the "Fifth Gospel"--that is, the land and its people--as a context for understanding the Bible and promoting inter-religious dialogue for leaders of various Christian denominations. While many guided excursions are provided, the focus is not only the archeological remains, but also study the "living stones"—the local Eastern and Western churches in their difficult situation as minorities who share land and life with Jews and Muslims. The course is an ecumenical experience in itself. The participants — from many Christian traditions — form a learning community, not only in the classroom, but also in sharing meals and conversation, traveling together and praying together. The community meets every evening for worship prepared by an ecumenically blended group of residents. Structured programs are one, two or three months long. It has continues to serve scholars and provide a neutral place for dialogue among Palestinians and Jews.

Ecumenical Background:  One of the original committee members for establishing an ecumenical institute, the first Secretary for Christian Unity in the Vatican, and later, rector at Tantur for twelve years is Fr. Tom Stransky, CSP. He continues as teacher and hermit at Tantur, asking us to reflect on ecumenism with questions that include: What are my images of the present situation of Christian unity and divisions among the churches? What do I understand by "ecumenism"? by the "ecumenical movement?" Do I have any images of the "final product" or desired "end" of the ecumenical movement"? What are my motivations for being "ecumenical"? What are the most pressing ecumenical issues. e.g., spiritual; doctrinal/ethical; pastoral?

The campus:  Tantur Institute is situated on the main road between Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Tantur welcomes scholars and students to pursue their research and writing for longer or shorter periods, and offers programs of continuing education and spiritual renewal for parish clergy, teachers and other church workers. 

UPCOMING EVENTS:

LAITY ENRICHMENT SESSIONS:
Christmas: Dec 15, 2006 - Jan 4, 2007

CONTACT:
The Tantur Ecumenical Institute 
P.O. Box 19556, 91194, Jerusalem, Israel 
Email: tantur@netvision.net.il  Website: http://www.come.to/tantur
Telephone: 972.2.676.0911 FAX: 972.2.676.0914

Hope is a virtue only when the situation is hopeless
Thos of us who live in the region cannot afford the luxury of hopelessness. Shimon Peres

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The Word Among Us: www/wau.org  

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