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Catholic Deaf Awareness Week (11th -
Ministry amongst Deaf People by Fr Peter McDonough (May 2003)
Deaf people have been treated as objects of charity rather than citizens who play a full part in the Church and society, they have often been forgotten and left out. There is a common view that specialist ministry among Deaf people is a luxury, an option that can be cut when resources are short... the kingdom of heaven is here on earth and it is for all, including Deaf people...
Including the person who is Deaf by Sr Margaret Duffy RSM (2005)
How do we respond to the challenge of ‘Valuing Difference’
Deaf People need Dialogue by Fr Peter McDonough, printed in THE TABLET 2007
...it is not only cerebrally challenging for a priest to offer signed Mass in word and sign, he is also dexterously and spatially challenged as well... there is the visual dimension of liturgy that is very important but which is often overlooked. In fact, Masses celebrated with Deaf people will benefit all because it encourages good liturgical practice! The GIRM encourages reverence towards the altar by ensuring that nothing blocks the view of what is happening at the altar. Too often Mass is just a verbose celebration...
CDA AGM homily, given on Saturday 22nd September 2007
Do you know why a door is 6' 8" high...