Identifies four characteristics needed for discipleship in the new millennium: having a solid foundation upon which to live, having a vision of life based on the Gospels, prizing community, and taking responsibility for decisions. (VWC)

States that ecumenism, or the process of building unity among Christians, is central to the formation of Catholic identity as the world enters the third millennium of Christianity. Describes the strides made in ecumenical education, the resources available from the church, and new challenges ahead to Christian unity. (14 citations) (VWC)

Discusses ways in which the "New" South expresses its history through iconography such as the cross, the Bible, and the Confederate flag. Analyzes the meaning of and the opportunities for Catholic evangelism in this New South. (Contains eight references.) (NB)

Views the growing movement of education reform as an opportunity for religious educators to join with public educators in introducing values education and teaching about religion into the public school curriculum. Highlights examples of values education in effect around the country and several studies of outcomes. (BCY)

Discusses the decreasing participation of Catholic children in religious instruction and catechetical programs, and the efforts of Christ the King Parish (Houston, TX) to increase participation by providing accessible, convenient religious teaching in after-school programs located on campus. (YKH)

Implores educators to help people discern between real and false paths to God as advertised in contemporary culture and mass media, and to communicate the Christian message in ways that uncover the transcendent meaning hidden in popular culture. (VWC)

Describes the implementation of a humanities-based curriculum for all ninth and tenth grade students at St. Michael's Academy (Austin, Texas). The ninth grade core is thematically organized, integrating the study of English and religion. The sophomore core integrates world history, world literature, and comparative religions. Describes sample…