2024 HORIZON No. 2 Spring--Latino cultural patterns

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2024 HORIZON No. 2 Spring--Latino cultural patterns

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Must knows of Latino culture

Must knows of Latino culture

By Father Juan Molina and Deacon John Chitakure

Knowing the essentials of Latino culture will make you more effective as a Catholic minister in the United States today. Read more...

Snapshot of Latinos in the United States

Snapshot of Latinos in the United States

It is helpful for vocation directors to keep in mind the tremendous diversity within what is grouped together as Hispanics or Latinos. Here is a snapshot of this population based on information gathered and analyzed by the Pew Research Center. Read more...

Encouraging vocation culture in Hispanic families

Encouraging vocation culture in Hispanic families

By Hosffman Ospino

Hispanic families are a gift to the church. For each person's vocation to be fully realized, it's important for leaders in the church to understand the cultural context. Read more...

Gifts and challenges of older candidates

Gifts and challenges of older candidates

By Sean Reynolds

Candidates aged 40+ are offering themselves to religious communities. What are the pros and cons? Read more...

Tips for database use in vocation ministry

Tips for database use in vocation ministry

By Dan Masterton

Use databases well, and you'll be doing a favor to both yourself and the people who inquire about your community. Read more...

Film notes: Cabrini sparks interest

Film notes: Cabrini sparks interest

The film Cabrini was released March 8 (International Women’s Day and the start of Catholic Sisters Week). It has received widespread attention from both religious and secular media. HORIZON brings together comments from sisters and lay writers about the film. Read more...

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