CHRIST THE KING PARISH LIBRARY

NEW! Scroll to the bottom of the page for a monthly book review.

The library is located behind the parish stage of the auditorium, door to the left. Its overall mission is to provide a welcoming space for the spiritual and educational enrichment of members and visitors of the parish community. Over 4,000 books, audio-visuals, and periodicals are available for take-out. Staffed by volunteers after weekday and Sunday morning masses, the library remains open throughout the day. When volunteers are unavailable easy directions for take-out are posted.

From its' humble beginnings over ten years ago, the library has adhered to its' original intention of providing wholesome Catholic values. A good number of core, valuable, Bible Study, Biographies of Saints, Church History and Church Documents have accumulated, as well as large sections on Prayer and Spirituality. At present over 40 different categories of offerings are found on our shelves, including topics as Inspirational, Parenting, Family Life, Women's Issues, and others.

Accessing the card file under Author, Title, or Subject facilitates finding a book or audio-visual. A short description of the offering is found on each card, as well as how to locate it on the shelf. New acquisitions are posted on the bulletin board, and also found on displays in the library. Periodic thematic displays are found in the entry. A database is maintained on computer, matching shelf offerings to database.

In recent years growth has especially occurred on our audio-visuals shelves. We offer Catholic videos, dvds, and audio cassettes/cds for adults and children. One shelf is dedicated to family viewing, encouraging families to view together and discuss. Currently a Children's' Bible Story Hour for 5 year olds takes place in the library during the religious education semesters. Children leave with a book and audio-visual each week, returning them the following week. This has enlivened the interest of families in the library.

Please drop in! Visitors are always welcomed, as well as volunteers to help us increase our reach. All in the service of the Lord!

Monthly Book Review

MY LIFE WITH THE SAINTS
by James Martin, S.J.

James Martin has led an entirely modern life, from a lukewarm Catholic childhood, to an education at the Wharton School of Business, to the executive fast track at General Electric, to ministry as a Jesuit priest.  But every step of the way he has been accompanied by some surprising friends – the Saints of the Catholic Church, from St. Peter to Dorothy Day, St. Francis of Assisi to Mother Teresa.  His witty, vibrant and stirring stories enable us to discover how Saints guide us in our earthly journeys, enabling us to be fully ourselves.  Be prepared to be enthralled by how he was moved by his own journey towards making the lives of the Saints he describes a part of his own life!

This and other books will be featured in our May Display – MEET THE SAINTS  found in the entrance to the library.  All are available for takeout.  Please visit us!