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1200 Memorial Drive
Box 610
Crookston, MN 56716
Phone
218-281-4533
Fax
218-281-5991
1200 Memorial Drive
Box 610
Crookston, MN 56716
Phone
218-281-4533
Fax
218-281-5991
| CHALLENGES IN A MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY: CAUGHT BETWEEN TWO CULTURES |
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| Background Information | |||
| The transition from a predominantly Hispanic culture to one that is predominantly Anglo may be initially perceived in its positive aspects only, that is, as an opportunity to improve the financial base and educational level of the family. Less obvious but just as real is the stress of adjusting to a different social and cultural environment, and the painful, perhaps heretofore unexperienced, cultural conflict between generations. First-generation Hispanics usually have a strong identification with their family and culture, and experience a strong tie with the community. Spanish is the primary language at home; roles and tasks are well defined and based on age and gender. Feelings are valued, as are courtesy, respect, hospitality. More emphasis is placed on being than doing; time is given to persons rather than tasks. Love of ritual - family traditions, prayers, blessings, national and religious celebrations - prevails. First generation Hispanics are hardworking, concerned with establishing a stable economic base and educating their children. The second generation retains strong ties with the family, but younger members join mixed peer groups. Acculturation becomes evident: sex roles are less clearly defined, boundaries are tested, traditional patterns of respect and obedience are questioned, bilingualism becomes the norm. Members of this generation are receiving a higher level of education than their elders. "American" expressions of faith are preferred; formerly valued practices of popular religion may be rejected. The third and fourth generations become more integrated into the American lifestyle as they become better educated. Most are bilingual; some speak English only. Peers become role models rather than saints and/or family members, and professions and accomplishments are important. Family members have a limited influence; loyalty to the Catholic Church will weaken if these generations do not find appealing liturgies and meaningful communal involvement. However, many Hispanic adults experience a reawakened desire to know more about their faith and cultural roots. They want to raise their children as Catholics. As they rediscover their faith and culture, they dedicate themselves anew to evangelization and other ministries in the Church. |
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| Practicum Description | |||
This practicum helps the participants to move toward
a greater understanding of the possibilities, difficulties, and cultural
and spiritual challenges involved in living in a multicultural society.
Explored are some characteristics of first-, second-, and third-generation
Hispanics as they impact acculturation and inculturation, as well as
ways to contribute to ownership and pride in one's Hispanic heritage.
Also explored are some ways of addressing and resolving conflict within
the family. |
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| Methods | |||
A good method to engage the participants, and one
which is encouraged in all of the practica, is the experiential one because
it focuses on the experience of the participants in the context of their
culture and the Catholic tradition; and leads to sharing of convictions
and a willingness to be challenged. Finally, as a response to attending
to personal experience, the method moves from discussion and insight
to decision and action. |
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| Prerequisites | |||
| None | |||
| Desired Learner Outcomes | |||
At the end of this practicum, a participant should be able to:
• appreciate and take pride in the positive values of the Hispanic culture; • recognize and appreciate positive values in the dominant Anglo culture which support a broad multicultural, Christian lifestyle; • recognize sources of conflict within families and be able to suggest some constructive ways of addressing those conflicts. |
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| Selected Resources | |||
| Books and Manuals | |||
Cervantes, Carmen Maria, ed. Prophets of Hope. 2 Vols. Winona: St. Mary's Press, 1994. Volume 1, Hispanic Young People and the Church's Pastoral Response, deals with the personal, relational, cultural, and religious realities of Hispanic young people, and the church's response to their pastoral needs. Volume 2, Evangelization of Hispanic Young People, focuses on the evangelization process, a model of evangelization for small communities, and the role of Mary in these evangelizing efforts. El Momento Catolico. Chicago: Claretian Publications. Short, bilingual reflections in a tri-fold format with photos and personal anecdotes; each publication addresses a topic of interest to the Hispanic community.
Espin, Orlando O. The Faith of the People. Maryknoll: Orbis Books, 1997. An examination of the origin and practice of popular religion in the Mexican American tradition, and the role of the sensus fidelium. NCCB/USCC. The Hispanic Experience in the United States: Pastoral
Reflections Using the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Washington, D.C.: Office
of Publishing USCC, 1996. |
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| Videocassettes | |||
El Cristiano Y La Salud. Hispanic Telecommunications
Network. This set of four videos presents the Christian response to AIDS.
Each video examines, in 30 minutes, a different perspective of Christian
care for those suffering from a socially-stigmatized disease. The theme
is developed through an introductory documentary segment, followed by
personal witness, and then expanded with a more in-depth reflection.
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| THE HISPANIC CHURCH
TODAY: CELEBRATING THE PRESENCE OF CHRIST JESUS | |||
| Background Information | |||
The perspective of twentieth-century North American Catholicism envisions Church and Gospel as conditioned by ordered, logical and individual aspects of U.S. culture. The world view of Hispanic Catholics embraces a more affective notion of reality: life only finds meaning in relationship with others. It should not come as a surprise, then, that the two cultures, both celebrating the relationships between ourselves and God, approach the celebration of the sacraments from different perspectives. For Hispanics, practices of popular religion are part of the traditional way by which the rites of the church have been adapted to express their world of meaning. Popular religion has many connotations, some of which may be interpreted negatively by the North American institutional church. Simply stated, popular religion, and more specifically popular Catholicism, is the interpretation and enrichment of the official rites of the Catholic Church by the Hispanic community. When there is a healthy process of cross-fertilization and integration of popular Catholicism and the offical liturgy, the transformative power of the liturgy encourages an approach to God involving our whole being, emotions as well as intellect, body as well as spirit. |
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| Practicum Description | |||
This practicum explores the sacraments as both saving
events and nourishing relationships through which the community celebrates
the presence of Christ in their journey toward the Lord. Sacraments are
presented as the official public worship of the church, enriched by traditions
flowing from Hispanic/Latino popular Catholicism. A perspective of liturgical
inculturation enhances an understanding of the sacraments which through
word and symbol express and strengthen faith, give praise and thanksgiving
to God, enable the community to grow in holiness, and build up the body
of Christ. The themes presented are based on Scripture and the religious
tradition (doctrine and theology) of the Catholic Church. |
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| Methods | |||
An informal, "safe" environment promotes
active, honest participation in which the personal experience of the
participants is honored. Therefore, the instructor will create a comfortable
setting in which practices of popular Catholicism as they pertain to
sacramental life can together be critically examined and challenged by
the Gospel. (Not all popular religion practices are healthy; however,
ridicule and condemnation are not conducive to transformation.) |
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| Prerequisites | |||
| None | |||
| Desired Learner Outcomes | |||
At the end of this practicum a participant should be able to: • name the seven sacraments and articulate the gift/purpose of each; |
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| Selected Resources | |||
| Books | |||
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Francis, Mark and Perez-Rodriguez, Arturo J. Primero Dios: Hispanic Liturgical Resource. Chicago: LTP, 1997. An indispensable resource for worship and liturgy planning. The authors deal with the significant liturgies in the lives of Hispanic Catholics: the rites of childhood and adolescence, of betrothal and marriage, as well as the rites associated with sickness and death. Francis, Mark R. Liturgy In A Multicultural Community: American Essays In Liturgy. Collegeville: Liturgical Press, 1991. Addresses four questions often arising in the context of liturgical ministry in a multicultural community, especially: How can we minister in the liturgy more effectively within a parish composed of various cultural groups? Complete with the Guidelines for Multilingual Masses issued by the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions, this book is a valuable resource for multicultural ministry. Instituto de Liturgia Hispana. Gift and Promise: Customs and Traditions in Hispanic Rites of Marriage. Portlandd: Oregon Catholic Press, 1997. This publication is intended to summarize the possible origins surrounding Hispanic marriage rituals and to describe their use in the marriage liturgy. It can also be used in conjunction with official ecclesial documents on marriage decreed for the U.S., primarily, the Ordo Celebrandi Matrimonium, 1991. Lucker, Brennan and Leach. eds. The People's Catechism: Faith For Adults. New York: Crossroad, 1996. True to its title, this catechism presents Catholicism as the living faith of a people. Part Three, Celebrating The Faith: The Sacraments, is especially relevant to a study of sacraments. USCC/NCCB. Celebrando la Presencia de Jesucristo/Celebrating the
Presence of Christ Jesus. Washingon, DC: Office of Publishing USCC, 1996. Originally
prepared for catechists and other leaders who serve the migrant farmworker
community, this manual is based on the methodology of See (analysis of
the reality), Judge (in the light of faith), Act (commitment to and celebration
of the Catholic faith). |
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| Videocassettes | |||
Asi Vivimos Porque Creemos. Carlos Amenezcua, Hispanic telecommunications Network. Tabor Publishing, 1995. This series of six videos in the Spanish language presents basic doctrine about the creed to Hispanic adults and their families. Video 1: Que significa creer? Video 2: Quien es Dios nuestro Padre? Video 3: Jesus nos ensena a responder Video 4: Porque Jesus murio y resucito tenemos esperanza Video 6: Como iglesia celebramos nuestra fe Video 1: Sacramentos, frutos del amor de Dios Video 2: Bautismo, semilla, promesa de abundantes frutos Video 3: La Eucaristia, alimento de vida eterna Video 4: [A] La Confirmacion, frutos de los dones del Espiritu Video 6: [A] Ordenes Sagradas, elegidos para servir
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Track C
Class Schedules Fall 2007 Course: Spring 2008 Course:
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