Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors
Inclusion in Worship
Pathways Awareness Foundation publishes the following materials to assist congregations to welcome worshipers or all abilities into all aspects of faith life.
In addition to the Online Shopping below, you may also download our order form.
Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors limited edition DVD Set*
A two DVD set featuring Joseph Cardinal Bernardin of Chicago and noted Dutch theologian and author, Father Henri Nouwen, explaining useful ways to include persons with disabilities in worship in English, Spanish, Polish Captioned, Descriptive Versions on one DVD(25 minutes) plus the bonus DVD The Vulnerable Journey (50 minutes) featuring Father Henri Nouwen explaining the spiritual foundation for inclusion in worshipping communities in a moving keynote address.
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(Open Hearts in English, Spanish & Polish: 25 minutes & The Vulnerable Journey: 50 minutes) includes Idea Guide |
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$20.00 |
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The Vulnerable Journey*
Father Henri Nouwen's powerful 50 minute keynote address delivered at the 1996 "That All May Worship" conference. Available as DVD, audiotape or CD. Note: Special Edition DVD Set includes this keynote address as a bonus.
Open Hearts Open Minds
Open Doors Video*
A video featuring Joseph Cardinal Bernardin of Chicago and noted Dutch theologian and author Father Henri Nouwen explaining useful ways to include worshippers of all abilities in their House of Faith. (20 minutes) Also available in DVD format in the Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors limited edition DVD Set above.
(25 minutes) includes Idea Guide |
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Opening Hearts, Minds and Doors**
A White Paper, published in
conjunction with the National Federation of Priests' Councils, that is
based on the Open Hearts film and chronicles the inclusion topics
discussed in the video.
Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors Idea Guide*
A series of ten questions in the areas of affirmation, communication and accessibility that helps congregations to see how they can be caring and inclusive of all people.
Celebrating Inclusion in Worship: Seth's Bar Mitzvah***
This video tells the story of Seth Goldberg, a young man who happens to have a hearing disability. The film depicts both Seth's preparation for his Bar Mitzvah and Seth and his family's determination to realize this milestone in his life.
Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors Newsletter
A quarterly newsletter containing articles and updates that emphasizes inclusion of persons with disabilities in worship.
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Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors Inclusive Congregation Toolkit
Inclusion "How-to" Tips for making your congregation accessible to worshippers with disabilities in the areas of affirmation, communication and accessibility contains an access survey, training for ushers, Open Hearts Awards application information, bulletin insert "How You Can Make a Difference" and more.
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Different Gifts, But the Same Spirit
Lesson plans for religious educators that teach students age 8 to 18 about the gifts received when persons with disabilities are included. Comes with Family Guide, Director's Guide and Teacher's Guides.
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* Produced in partnership with the Archdiocese of Chicago
** Produced in partnership with the National Federation of Priests' Councils
*** Produced in partnership with the Chicago Board of Rabbis
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