Baum, S.S.J., Sister Rita
Scope and Contents
The Deaf Catholic Archives (DCA) collection includes magazines, newsletters and convention information from the International Catholic Deaf Association; magazines and convention information from the National Catholic Office for the Deaf; local newsletters from hundreds of dioceses in the US, Canada and internationally; Sign Language books, Bibles, glossed readings and videos of Biblical stories in ASL (American Sign Language). There are also religious education materials, including guidelines for teachers and materials for Deaf children and adults; yearbooks and newsletters from Catholic Schools for the Deaf; and other materials relating to the Deaf Catholic community and individuals and the pastoral care for Deaf and hard of hearing people. Additionally, there are books about Deaf Catholics and their history and culture.
The book series contains Liturgical and other books related to the Deaf Catholic experience.
Dates
- Creation: 2024
Conditions Governing Access
No Restrictions
Biographical / Historical
- Hearing
- Pastoral worker with the Deaf
- Was director of the National Catholic Office for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD)
Extent
From the Collection: 72 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
Folder contains:
- Copies of letters from Sr. Rita Baum
- Copies of presentations: Me? Retreat Director and Spirituality and Persons with Disabilities
- Copies of magazine and newspaper articles
Repository Details
Part of the Deaf Catholic Archives Repository