Bridging the Gap

But these joys come with challenges, ranging from language barriers to homesickness to cultural misunderstandings and more.

Through in-depth research and data from a variety of sources, researchers from the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) provide insight into:

• The history of international priests serving the United States
• The current situation and emerging trends
• How and why these decisions are made about bringing priests from outside the United States to serve in parishes here
• The highs and lows of their acculturation and ministry
• How to welcome and ease the transition for these men and the parishes they serve

The research presented in this one-of-a-kind book will help everyone-bishops, priests, Church leaders, and all laity-to understand and appreciate the ministry of these men and learn how to work together even more effectively.