Recommended Library Books for this Unit
Oscar Romero and the Communion of SaintsPublication Date: 2009Thirty years after his assassination in 1980, Oscar Romero continues to serve as one of the great Christian witnesses of our time. This richly illustrated biography tells his story, from his humble origins and early life as a relatively conservative priest and bishop, to the astonishing transformation that occurred in the last three years of his life. As Archbishop of San Salvador he became a courageous voice for the voiceless, entering a path he knew might lead to his death. This biography reveals his humanity as well as his extraordinary faith and courage. It offers a stunning portrait of the gospel challenge for our time.
RomeroPublication Date: 1989
Oscar RomeroPublication Date: 2000On the twentieth anniversary of Oscar Romero's death, this volume celebrates his life, spirit & legacy.
Poor Man’s Priest; The Fr. Brian Gore Story
Human Rights Watch | World Report 2017
- Human Rights Watch
World Report 2017 is Human Rights Watch’s annual review of human rights practices around the globe. It summarises key human rights issues in more than 90 countries and territories worldwide.
The Role of the Church - Human Rights
- Faith Doing JusticeContains links to Catholic Social Teaching, a searchable Issues index, newsletters and relevant links.
- Australian Catholic Social Justice Council | Social Justice StatementsSearch this page of Social Justice Statements made by the Council which date back to 2000.
- Catechism of the Catholic ChurchThe Catholic Catechism is a summary of the Catholic Church's teachings.
- The United States Conference of Catholic BishopsAccess information regarding Prayer and Worship, Beliefs and Teachings, Issues and Action as well as information about the Bible.
- Catholic AustraliaContains information about the Catholic Church in Australia, the Pope, Church documents, the Scripture, What Catholics Believe, the Sacraments and Liturgy, Spirituality and Prayer and Living the Faith and Mission.
- CaritasLearn about Global Issues, Catholic Social Teaching, Sustainable development Goals amongst others.
- Loyola PressAccess explanations of the Catholic faith; including Saints, Sacraments, Prayer and Scripture and Tradition as well as Faith Formation.
The Role of the Government - Human Rights
- RightsLinks to the various Australian Government commissions, legislation etc relevant to our rights.
- Australian Human Rights CommissionGain access to the various issues in Australia regarding Human Rights; including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, the Aged, Asylum Seekers and Refugees and Rights and Freedoms.
- Labor Party Policy CommitmentsSearch for Policies relevant to your current area of study.
- Liberal Party PoliciesSearch for Policies and Documents relevant to your current area of study.
- Australian Council of Social ServicesSearch issues, Publications, Factsheets and more about issues affecting people experiencing poverty and disadvantage.
- United Nations Human Rights CommissionSearch human rights by country, publications and resources and issues relevant to your current area of study.
Conflict Between the Church and State
- Separation between Church and StateJohn Kilcullen (Senior Research Fellow at Macquarie University) analyses how once again this separation is contentious.
- Constitutionally Australia is a Religious Country"What is the place of religion, especially Christianity, in a supposedly secular society? Courier Mail opinion writer Margaret Wenham argues that Australia should follow the French Government’s example in banning religion from the public square ..."
Oscar Romero
- San Romero de America"He preached and he spoke out, trying always to find the words to convey the horror of what was happening in a deeply Catholic country which, he said, had come to resemble the dominion of hell."
- Archbishop Oscar Arnulfo Romero"Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez (August 15, 1917 - March 24, 1980) was a prominent Roman Catholic priest in El Salvador during the 1960s and 1970s becoming Archbishop of San Salvador in 1977. After witnessing numerous violations of human rights, he began to speak out on behalf of the poor and the victims of repression ... "
- Inspiring IndividualsRomero's "life and teachings have had a profound impact on people and communities in El Salvador and all around the world."
This resource provides a timeline of his life.
Liberation Theology
- Liberation Theologies | BBC Religions"Liberation theology was a radical movement that grew up in South America as a response to the poverty and the ill-treatment of ordinary people ..."
Bishop Belo
- Bishop BeloThis is a database article, you will need the Username and Password for Britannica to access the article. "Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo, (born February 3, 1948, Wailacama, East Timor), Roman Catholic bishop of Dili who, with José Ramos-Horta, received the 1996 Nobel Prize for Peace for their efforts to bring peace to East Timor (Timor Timur) during the period that it was under Indonesian control (1975–99)."
- The Church is not a Political InstitutionThe Activist Catholic Church in Independent East Timor. This is a paper prepared for the World International Studies Committee, Annual Conference, Porto, Portugal. August 17, 2011.
- The Nobel Peace Prize 1996The Nobel Peace Prize 1996 was awarded to Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo, José Ramos-Horta.
- A Time for Justice"To have a desire for justice, and to be earnestly engaged in its promotion, is the responsibility of all who are concerned for human wellbeing, and who seek to be faithful to God's direction. The prophet looks forward to the time when true justice is established on the earth. This is the hope of every person of good will. It is the reason why I am here with you, and why you are here with me."
Fr Brian Gore
- The White Monkey"Father Brian Gore, a Columbian missionary on Negros Island in the Philippines, was imprisoned on trumped-up charges by the Marcos Government."
This site will provide three clips from this 1987 documentary. On the page of the third clip, click on Education Notes for additional information. - Stronger Church Social Justice Work Needed, Activist Priests Say"Some priests who served in the central Philippines during martial law years are advocating "more cohesive" Church leadership in social action and social justice work ... "
- 'Negros 9': Work for poor continues"Collectively, they were called the “Negros Nine”—three missionary priests and six lay leaders who were wrongly accused of killing a municipal mayor and his companions in Negros Occidental province in the twilight of the Marcos dictatorship in the ’80s."
Databases
- ANZ Reference Centre Plus This link opens in a new window
This represents the largest collection of full text from leading regional and international periodicals, full-text reference books, tens of thousands of full-text biographies, and a collection of images containing more than one million photos, maps and flags. - Britannica This link opens in a new window
Britannica offers thousands of up-to-date, curated, and curriculum-relevant articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, research tools, recommended Web sites, and three separate encyclopedias.
Profile Id
- Profile Id | Religion
Access Census 2011 data and analysis in response to the question: What is the person's religion?
Australian Year Book 2012
- Australian Bureau of Statistics | 2012 Year Book
Year Book Australia provides a comprehensive and detailed statistical overview of Australia's environment, society, industry and economy.
Eureka Street
- Eureka Street
Eureka Street is a vibrant online journal of analysis, commentary and reflection on current issues in the worlds of politics, religion and culture. It aims to participate in public discussion and influence public opinion regarding the Things That Matter in Australia and the world.
