Announcing the Publication of a book by Fr. Anthony Russo,C.Ss.R. You can pre-order your book now. Please spread the word - we hope to set up a book signing in October. Be among the first to order this book...and have a special pre-order savings!!!

In Silent Prayer: A History of Ministry with the Deaf Community in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Written by Father Anthony Russo , who has devoted himself to the deaf community for over forty years, In Silent Prayer traces the history of this special ministry in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Through insightful text, as well as historical documents and photographs, Father Russo not only tells the story of the great men and women who have provided this important service, but also looks forward to the coming years and considers how this service can be further shaped and improved. Specific examples of how to establish an effective ministry are included along wit h a discussion of the ideas and attitudes necessary to effect change and progress in ministry today.

Father Anthony Russo, C.Ss.R., grew up in Clifton, New Jersey, and has experienced some degree of hearing difficulty throughout his life. In 1955, he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, along with a commission in the US Army. Ordained by Cardinal Spellman of New York in 1965, Father Russo was sent in 1967 to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, where he has dedicated his life to working with and for the deaf.

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To St. Louis CDS members and visitors,

It all started when Larry Hoard wanted to have a single document, a retreat registration form, available online. When he asked me, his son, for help, I was appalled to learn St. Louis CDS didn't have a website. So, I decided someone needed to change that.

The Flint, Michigan Chapter #38 will be hosting the 36th biennial International Catholic Deaf Association - US Midwest Regional Conference April 25-27, 2008.  It will be held at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing, Michigan.