I tried to go to the site recommended by Paula but it says the article can
not be accessed anymore....guess the time has lapsed.
My 2 cents --
we are never going to solve this issue - as it involves theological
differences and lots of emotion. I, personally, read most religious novels
from various traditions so, as I said, I have read the entire series and
enjoyed them. As to the question of their literary value I could point to
many titles, especially YA, where the literature value is nil. I found them,
for the most part, exciting reads. Yes, the characterization varies from
flat to round but the books are plot driven - not character driven.
I am blessed not to be in a Roman Catholic Diocesan school (We are a
Christian Brothers school). I am so glad that no one has told me what titles
to include or not include in the collection but have left it to my
expertise.
Although I promote tolerance (naturally) I don't see the Left Behind series
as intolerant. Yes, it does have a plot which stresses that any one not
"born again" will be part of the Rapture - that's ok, I can live with that.
Many do not believe in the Communion of Saints - and that is OK, too. I
believe in it. That is what makes libraries so exciting --- something to
offend and/or please everyone.
Allan
Dr. Allan O'Grady Cuseo (Brother Donogh Allan, MGC)
Bishop Kearney High School Library
125 Kings Highway South
Rochester, New York 14617
585-342 - 4000 x231
585-342 - 4694 (FAX)
acuseo@bkhs.org
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From: "Mrs. Laurita" <plaurita@STJOHNB.COM>
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Sent: Monday, January 24, 2005 10:38 AM
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My 2 cents…
If you are in a public school, or public library, go ahead and buy the
books. You are serving a distinct portion of your patrons.
If you are in a Catholic school, you should be aware that in some dioceses
this series is not allowed in Catholic schools or parish libraries. For
more information you can read the Chicago Sun Times article. HYPERLINK
"http://www.suntimes.com/output/religion/cst-nws-left06.html"http://www.sunt
imes.com/output/religion/cst-nws-left06.html
Within the Christian tradition there are pre-millinialists and
post-millinialists. The Catholic view is more pan-millinialist. In God’s
own time it will all pan out.
Bene e Pace (Blessings and Peace),
Paula S.W. Laurita, MLIS
St. John's Catholic School, K-8
Madison, AL
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