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Faith at their fingertips!
Fatima receives our braille materials in the Diocese of San Diego. She registered with us this year after connecting with us on Facebook. In this video, she explains how the braille materials she has received from us has transformed her faith life.
This #GivingTuesday we are hoping to raise $15,000 to transcribe the New American Bible in UEB (Unified English braille). We hope to raise enough money to make the Word of God available to braille readers throughout the English speaking world. Did you know...the Bible in braille amounts to over 4,400 pages! Braille takes up a lot more space that regular print, and it also much more expensive (approximately $3/page). Your gift will help us transcribe, emboss, and proofread the Catholic Bible in a format accessible to blind, visually impaired, and print disabled people all over the world - literally putting faith at our patrons' fingertips!
Donate safely and securely online here nationalministries.igivecatholic.org/organizations/xavier-society-for-the-blind
#GivingTuesday2024 #Blind #LowVision #Braille #Catholic #Bible
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Відео

The Journey to Inner Peace
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Author: Paul A. Feider Peace is my farewell to you, my peace is my gift to you (John 14:27). With these words, Jesus established his legacy to humankind. Yet the journey to peace is not an easy one. Father Feider presents a step-by-step understanding of inner peace, its importance as a gift from God and as a means for discovering the real meaning of life. Writing in a simple, experiential manne...
Be With Me Lord: Prayers for the Sick
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Author: Rodney J. DeMartini This prayer book provides 23 prayers created especially for those who are suffering with serious illness. Each brief prayer format includes a New Testament scripture text for contemplation, a psalm for meditation, and a prayer that will comfort and assist those in various stages of illness. This book is an ideal resource for ministers of care, chaplains, clergy, and ...
Prayerful Pauses with Jesus and Mary
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Author: William Peffley Offers quiet reflective moments, unburdened by superfluous words. The verse sculpts images of Jesus and Mary in the mind and heart. The poetry opens doors to prayer previously locked tight within the soul. This title becomes a poetic life of Christ, a meditative New Testament, a liturgical sweep from Advent to the Ascension, a rosary companion. #BlessedVirginMary #BVM #M...
Colors of My Days
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Author: Rev. Donald X. Burt Donald Xavier Burt was born on April 29, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of William Burt and Mary T. Clark, one of five brothers and two sisters. Throughout his life, Fr. Burt generously shared the fruit of his study and reflections with others through his writings and through the example of a life well lived. He was an inspiration to many through his wi...
Father Baker
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Author: Floyd Anderson Father Baker was a Catholic priest and church administrator in the Buffalo, NY area. At the time of his death in 1936, he had developed a "city of charity" at Our Lady of Victory Basilica in Lackawanna, NY. It consisted of a minor basilica, an infant home, a home for unwed mothers, a boys' orphanage, a boys' protectory, a hospital, a nurses' house, and a grade and high sc...
The Father is Very Fond of Me: Experiences in the Love of God
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Author: Edward J. Farrell This title focuses on the concept of experiencing a deep and personal love from God, often referred to as the "Father" in Christian faith, emphasizing the idea that God has a profound affection for each individual believer. Christians, Father Farrell shows, have a tendency to hide from the God of Love. But the new spirit of Evangelization and reconciliation in the Chur...
Old Testament of the New American Bible
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The New American Bible Revised Edition (NABRE) is an English translation of the Bible which is the basis of the revised Lectionary. In the Catholic Church in the United States, it is the only translation approved for use during Mass. Here is a clip of the Book of Joshua from the Old Testament. The New American Bible is also available in large print and braille! #OldTestament #Pentateuch #Hebrew...
New Testament of the New American Bible
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The New American Bible Revised Edition (NABRE) is an English translation of the Bible which is the basis of the revised Lectionary. In the Catholic Church in the United States, it is the only translation approved for use during Mass. Here is a clip of the beginning of the New Testament. The New American Bible is also available in large print and braille! #Bible #Scripture #NewTestament #Talking...
Strangers in a Strange Land: Living the Catholic Faith in a Post-Christian World
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Author: Charles Chaput (also available in braille) A fresh, urgent, and ultimately hopeful treatise on the state of Catholicism and Christianity in the United States. America today is different in kind, not just in degree, from the past. And this new reality is unlikely to be reversed. The reasons include, but aren't limited to, economic changes that widen the gulf between rich and poor; proble...
Heaven Starts Now: Becoming a Saint Day By Day
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Author: Father John Riccardo (also available in braille) Fr. John Riccardo helps us dive into the Scriptures so that we can apply them to our daily lives. In his inspiring and incisive way, Fr. Riccardo addresses the obstacles we all face in becoming mature disciples going straight to the heart on persuading one to live a life that makes you a Saint and able to experience Heaven. There are chap...
Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life
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Author: Rev. Richard Rohr Fr. Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or "gone down" are the only ones who understand "up." Most of us tend to think of the second half of life as largely about getting old, dealing with health issues, and letting go of life, but the whole thesis of this book is exactly the opp...
The Crusades
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Author: Prof. Christopher Bellitto, Ph.D. Glorified in its time, the Crusades are now seen as a troubling chapter of world history. Like all historical events, however, the Crusades cannot be viewed in black and white terms. This course looks at the Crusades through the eyes of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, coming to understand the importance of the Holy Land to all three groups. #History #...
Letters From an Understanding Friend: Jesus on the Way to Jerusalem
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Author: Rev. Isaias Powers Offers creative ways to reflect and meditate on the message of the Gospel, by creating inspiring letters from Jesus. #Jesus #BARD #NLS #TalkingBooks #Christian #Catholic
A Mystic's Work: Julian of Norwich
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A Mystic's Work: Julian of Norwich
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: A Prophet for Our Times
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Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: A Prophet for Our Times
The Psalms: Your Model and Guide to Prayer
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The Psalms: Your Model and Guide to Prayer
Walking In Newness of Life: The Sacraments of Initiation
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Walking In Newness of Life: The Sacraments of Initiation
Discernment: Reading the Signs of Daily Life
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Discernment: Reading the Signs of Daily Life
Life Lessons: Fifty Things I Learned in My First Fifty Years
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Life Lessons: Fifty Things I Learned in My First Fifty Years
Believing in Jesus: A Popular Overview of the Catholic Faith
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Believing in Jesus: A Popular Overview of the Catholic Faith
Don Orione Sisters in Kenya
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Don Orione Sisters in Kenya
This is My Body: A Call to Eucharistic Revival
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This is My Body: A Call to Eucharistic Revival
Tears of an Innocent God: Conversations on Silence, Kindness, and Prayer
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Tears of an Innocent God: Conversations on Silence, Kindness, and Prayer
The Lepers of Molokai
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The Lepers of Molokai
City of God
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City of God
Christ the King: Lord of History
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Christ the King: Lord of History
The Rule of St. Benedict
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The Rule of St. Benedict
MOMS: A Personal Journal
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MOMS: A Personal Journal
When the Well Runs Dry: Prayer Beyond the Beginnings
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When the Well Runs Dry: Prayer Beyond the Beginnings

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda Місяць тому

    finally! thanks be to God! I hope to hear part of the actual books so that we hear the dramatisation effect thereof

  • @victormeza7859
    @victormeza7859 2 місяці тому

    ST JEAN MA.VIANNEY, PRAY FOR FRANCE. FOR ALL HUMANITY ❤

  • @suyashsrivastava634
    @suyashsrivastava634 2 місяці тому

    Do you have all the videos for excercise?

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 місяці тому

      This is just a short clip of this book, it contains all the exercises. We have other books by Father De Mello in Talking Book also. Do you have one of these players? We'd be happy to serve you. Email us at info@xaviersocietyfortheblind.org

    • @suyashsrivastava634
      @suyashsrivastava634 2 місяці тому

      @@XavierSociety thank You I'm emailing you. I have read book Awareness by Sir Anthony De Mello that is a masterpiece. I also want to listen to this book in his voice. The request you to please email me the audiobook of Sadhana:A way to love exercises book

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 місяці тому

      ​@@suyashsrivastava634 great, our team will be in touch on Tuesday when they're back in the office! God bless.

    • @suyashsrivastava634
      @suyashsrivastava634 2 місяці тому

      @@XavierSociety Thank You so much

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 2 місяці тому

    thanks! is it downloadable?

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 місяці тому

      Unfortunately not at this time.

    • @rmalunda
      @rmalunda 2 місяці тому

      @@XavierSociety okay thank you

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 2 місяці тому

    thanks a lot! God bless XSB!

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 4 місяці тому

    I always enjoy unboxing my XSB parcels as well! Thank you XSB and team for the great apostolate!

  • @fatherjamiedennis1270
    @fatherjamiedennis1270 5 місяців тому

    Glad to see this video. Braille literacy is so important for our young people. I could not function to the extent that I do as a priest without braille.

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 5 місяців тому

    Thanks be to God for you XSB for the great work you've are doing for us, the blind! Braille literacy is power! May Holy God continue to bless this apostolate!

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for your kind words and encouragement, Robert. God bless.

  • @dayananeil2642
    @dayananeil2642 7 місяців тому

    P R O M O S M

  • @grahamnancledra7036
    @grahamnancledra7036 8 місяців тому

    As soon as I heard the robot voice - you lost me. Bye.

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 8 місяців тому

      Thanks for the feedback. We're always looking for volunteer readers so if you know anyone interested, get in touch.

  • @thecat-alyst2716
    @thecat-alyst2716 10 місяців тому

    I'm blind and I have this amazing production, as well as a bunch from Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, Heirloom Audio, and Lamplighter Theatre's London-recorded productions, and all are amazing. Audio drama is so underappreciated, I wish more would listen to these amazing productions. My favorute AIR productions are this one and the Legends of Robyn Hood.

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 10 місяців тому

      Are you interested in receiving our materials? Provided free-of-charge worldwide.

  • @frankcovich1319
    @frankcovich1319 10 місяців тому

    Another great segment Skylar. (Dr Skylar Covich PHD UCSB) . Skylar you are helping people all over the world with your dedication and focus to help others educate themselves and learn independence. When you started to learn Braille as a 5 year old and during your education you were able to become a master of Braille. I remember when you won an award for the Braille Readers are Leaders testing competition. The braille display on your first computer accelerated your learning. Your life was guided by braille books, labels, other braille markers. As you took courses at Perkins, in Watertown Mass, the lighthouse in New York, and with your special Braille teachers, you learned to excel at education testing. I remember the time when a college test score template was not used properly and you thought you had the lowest score in your school on the college entrance program. Then we found, that you had one of the highest scores in California/USA. What a day that was. Braille was your guiding path to your earning a PHD. As your father, I watched you teach others, you become a leader and now you work for one of the greatest organizations, The braille Institute of America which was of service to you when you were in college at UCSB. I would say to others and parents of young children, follow the road which helped to made Skylar a successful professor, technical expert, husband and Father. Learn Braille, help others to learn Braille and find the organizations such as the Xavier Society for the Blind, the Lighthouse, the Braille Institute and other organizations supporting the vital learning of Braille. Blessings to all who watch this video and read these comments. Blessings to all of the teachers, Family members and friends who helped Skylar through his entire education. There is more help today than ever, Skylar and the people in these amazing organizations who have entrusted Skylar to be on their boards of leadership. Skylar is a testament to the importance of Braille and he will help you understand how important braille will be to your life. Frank Covich Jan 2024 Father of Skylar

  • @garyzerr8134
    @garyzerr8134 10 місяців тому

    This is Fr. Gary of Oregon, long-time supporter. Tuned in later! Would love to concelebrate this Mass some day! Great Mass. God bless you

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 10 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for all of your support, Father. We'd love for you to join us in NYC!

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 11 місяців тому

    thank you so much XSB for this inspiring and perfectly done Holy Mass! I'm blessed! may God continue to bless XSB with all that the ministry neeeds! In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 10 місяців тому

      So glad you were able to watch the Mass, Robert!

  • @frankcovich1319
    @frankcovich1319 11 місяців тому

    Greetings, I am Frank Covich living in Northern California. This broadcast was done perfectly. Clear filming, great sound, allowed me to see the service and my son who came to New York last night from California to be at the service. God bless the work that Xavier does for so many and now with my son the wisdom he will bring to the society. Thank you again for making this so easy to view. Dec 13, 2023

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 11 місяців тому

      Glad you were able to tune in! Skylar is a trooper.

  • @kjw810
    @kjw810 Рік тому

    Do you have that one in .brf format?

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety Рік тому

      Just audio, unfortunately. We could look into possibly transcribing it!

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety Рік тому

      Would you like us to send you the Talking Book?

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda Рік тому

    wow! nice to meet you super altar server! great job XSB! thank you for empowering blind catholics with catholic Braille material! may God continue to bless this ministry

  • @Gottalentmagicshow
    @Gottalentmagicshow Рік тому

    Out get gard Xavier society

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda Рік тому

    wow great and so touching! thank you so much XSB for the great work you are doing for blind Catholics and all blind people! may God continue to bless you with everything you need to continue with this 123 year old ministry! greetings from Zimbabwe, Bulawayo Archdiocese

  • @pastrob.satyanandamofficial

    I wish you a very happy Christmas and a happy new year

  • @mariepaulettematis7767
    @mariepaulettematis7767 Рік тому

    Lovely Mass and Church.

    • @catherineringegon7265
      @catherineringegon7265 Рік тому

      Inspiring First time listening to ablind priest saying Mass Iammlistening from Malaysia

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety Рік тому

      Thank you, it was a beautiful celebration!

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 2 роки тому

    this is nice. God bless! I enjoy these computer voices. thank you so much for these experiments. I'm looking forward to fully listening to some of these audio books in computer voices

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 2 роки тому

    I like this experimental voice! it sounds good for me. everything is perfect so far: speed, pitch and all. I will attempt to listen to the whole book as well. please try male voices as well; if available?

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 роки тому

      Thanks Robert. We have actually used male voices check out "In Sinu Jesu" ua-cam.com/video/8Ar-3CPTSoI/v-deo.html

    • @ynotn0w
      @ynotn0w Рік тому

      I am glad that you liked the voice. We did this with a female voice because the author is female. If you would like to listen to the book with a male voice, please request it through to office.

  • @LifterwiII
    @LifterwiII 2 роки тому

    That saying "When the student is ready the teacher will appear" .. I've had this book for years, and I could never seem to get beyond a couple of chapters. Then a few months ago i began reading it in a way of Lectio Divina. it has made all the difference in the world. I''ve been suffering during a "dark night of the soul" for the past couple of weeks, and while I have known WHY .. naturally a person wants to move past it as soon as possible. Invitation to Love has been such an inspiring companion for the journey! While the suffering is not yet past, there is so much more sense of clarity and trusting that all shall be well, and this book has been a very present gift in that process!

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 роки тому

      It's been very popular with our patrons in braille and audio!

  • @christycrespin4684
    @christycrespin4684 2 роки тому

    I like the voice, but there seems to be a brightness to it that could be decreased just a bit.

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 роки тому

      Thanks Christy! Appreciate your feedback.

  • @rmalunda
    @rmalunda 2 роки тому

    sounds like a great book. I will be ordering it. thank you!

  • @peterkey7193
    @peterkey7193 2 роки тому

    Do you have a method for visually impaired individuals, such as myself, to listen to an audible copy of this entire book for school?

    • @XavierSociety
      @XavierSociety 2 роки тому

      Hi Peter, yes we have this book on cartridge, it will play in the talking brook machines provided by the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. This book and all of our materials are provided free of charge from our library. If you'd like to request a copy please call 212-473-7800 or email info@xaviersocietyfortheblind.org

  • @XavierSociety
    @XavierSociety 3 роки тому

    #GoodReads #Inclusion #Audio #audiobooks #SpecialNeeds #Accessible #Library #Blind #VisuallyImpaired #SightLoss #MacularDegeneration #RetinitisPigmentosa #Catholic #Faith #CatholicChurch #BlackCatholics #History #BlackHistory #Books #DisAbility #Inclusive #a11y #Accessibility

  • @porfymondragon6277
    @porfymondragon6277 5 років тому

    God bless you!

  • @fatherjamiedennis1270
    @fatherjamiedennis1270 5 років тому

    This was such a wonderful celebration, especially the reception after the mass, where we networked and discussed lots of blindness related issues. So thankful we could gather as community.