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USA Council of Serra International
Catalog of Merchandise
The materials, resources and club supplies available through this catalog have been developed to enhance your ministry and enrich your experience of Serra. The hallmark of Serra clubs is excellence in vocation awareness, affirmation, prayer, and adult faith formation and education programs to fulfill its objectives. This catalog compiles these varied programs and resources into five categories which include: vocation materials, membership materials, program materials, communication materials and Serra club supplies.
To support Serrans in their ministry of inviting others to consider life as a sister, brother, priest, or Serran, we provide a collection of printed materials as well as attractive gifts, cards and stationary, a library of video cassettes and leadership manuals. We would like to invite you to now browse our catalog and see if there something you may need.
All merchandise requests may be returned to: 65 East Wacker Place Suite 802, Chicago, IL 60601 or, by fax, 1-888-777-6803. In
addition, please feel free to call us at 1-888-777-6681 to request a free copy of the catalog, place an order, or ask any questions
about the available merchandise.
The National Coalition for Church Vocations is an additional source for information and quality vocation resources for every ministry setting. Call 1-800-671-NCCV for a catalog or, visit them at their website.
Here are the current Shipping and Handling Rates.
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| $0.01 - $5.00 | $2.10 | $75.01 - $100.00 | $10.80 |
| $5.01 - $10.00 | $4.20 | $100.01 - $150.00 | $11.30 |
| $10.01 - $15.00 | $5.10 | $150.01 - $200.00 | $12.00 |
| $15.01 - $20.00 | $5.30 | $200.01 - $250.00 | $14.30 |
| $20.01 - $25.00 | $5.40 | $250.01 - $300.00 | $16.70 |
| $25.01 - $50.00 | $6.60 | $300.01 - $350.00 | $19.20 |
| $50.01 - $75.00 | $9.00 | $350.01 - $800.00 | $23.90 |
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Change in Sale of Merchandise Policy In order to conserve our limited cash reserves, the USA Council Finance Committee at its June meeting made the decision to accept only cash/check or credit card orders for merchandise purchases. This policy is consistent with most business practices. Therefore, as of September 1, 2006 we will no longer be able to sell USA Council merchandise on credit. |
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Vocations Materials
Prayer
31 Club
Vocations program for Catholics in parishes, schools and nursing homes to sign up to offer one Mass each month for church vocations.
Poster (purple/white, 17 1/2"x23")
Item no. 5 ...$1.35 ea
Membership/Prayer Cards
Item no. 6 (English) ...$0.07 ea
Item no. 7 (Spanish) ...$0.05 ea
31 Club Brochure
Item no. 192 ... $0.15 ea

Double-Sided Prayer Card
Serra Prayer for Vocations on one side and the Prayer for Perseverance of Vocations on the other.
Item no. 17...$0.05 ea
Stick-on Prayer Cards
Adhesive-backed with Serra Prayer for Vocations and Prayer for Perseverance of Vocations.
Item no. 18 ...$0.25 ea
Gold Plastic Double-sided Prayer Card
Serran Prayer for Vocations and Prayer for the
Perseverance of Vocations.
Item no. 177 (English) ...$0.30 ea
Item #137 (Spanish) ...$0.15 ea
Prayer for Canonization of Junipero Serra Prayer Card
Item no. 215 ...$0.30 cents
ea
Prayer for Canonization of Junipero Serra Prayer
Bookmark
Item no. 710 ...$0.15 cents
ea
Affirmation
Mass Server Award Certificates
8 1/2"x11" parchment-tone stock with foil-stamped
copper
Serra seal.
Item no. 12 ...$0.40 ea
Certificate Holders
Item no. 208 ...$3.50
Mass Server Award Medals
Silver nickel antique finish medals with Serra logo, white and gold
ribbon with pin. Includes plastic presentation case.
Item no. 67 ...$6.25 ea (Drape Ribbon)
Item no. 677...$6.75 ea (Neck Ribbon)
Promoting Vocations in Your Parish
7 Steps to Forming a Church Vocation Committee in Your Parish
Item no. 13 ...$0.25 ea
15 Ways to Promote Church Vocations in Your Parish
Item no. 14 ...$0.25 ea
Why Not? Vocation Bookmarks
Item no. 686 ...$0.25 ea
Handbook for Vocation Activity
A handbook with information on how to successfully
form and maintain a Parish Vocation Committee. Complete with the resource guides and samples.
Item no. 168 ...$3.50 ea
MANUAL PARA ACTIVIDADES DE VOCACION (Rev
June 2007)
Este manual está diseñado para ser una guía informativa y ser usado por todos
los Católicos interesados en fomentar y animar las Vocaciones al ministerio
sacerdotal y a la vida religiosa.
Parish Contact Kit A new item that provides the instruction to establish contact and vocation
work in all parishes in your area.
Item no. 207 ...$4.50 ea
Convincing the Presidents
This 12-page training kit is designed to assist local Serra
leadership to convince key Serrans on the benefits of adopting a Parish Contact Program.
Item no. 679 ...$1.25 ea
Training Parish Contacts/Liaisons
A 14-page presentation with added literature from USAC and
the NCCV.
Item no. 680 ...$22.00 ea
Parish Contact Program Brochure
A brochure that introduces the Parish Contact Program.
Item no. 683 ...$2.50 ea
Parish Vocation Awareness Form
A survey to help determine the vocation awareness 'health' of
a parish.
Item no. 682 ... $0.20 ea
Certificate of Appreciation Diskette
A diskette containing the instructions and template to
create customized Certificates of Appreciation for the clergy and religious serving your parish communities.
Item no. 684 ...$9.00 ea
Gold Foil Serra Seal for Certificates
Item no. 203 ...$0.55 ea
Pastores Dabo Vobis
Pope John Paul II's apostolic exhortation on the formation of priests.
Recommended reading for all Serrans. (Origins: CNS, 1992) 38 pages
Item no. 19 ...$1.50 ea
Multimedia
Please specify DVD or VHS video format when ordering.
Parish Vocation Committees
(DVD)
DVD video describing the process to establish Parish Vocation
Committees. 15 minutes.
Item no. 239 ...$5.50 ea
Parish Contact Program
(DVD)
DVD video describing the Serra Club Parish Contact Program. 15 minutes.
Item no. 240 ...$5.50 ea
A Call to Christ (DVD)
Video featuring Pope John Paul II reflecting on his vocation to the priesthood.
Appropriate for mature high school students and adult audiences. 15 minutes.
Item no. 98 ...$12.50 ea
Founding Father of the West (DVD)
History of Father Serra's mission work on the West Coast, featuring
Bing Crosby as the voice of Father Serra. Video, 45 min. Limited quantities available.
Item no. 103 ...$12.50 ea
Fr. Serra and the American West
NBC documentary on the life of Fr. Serra, narrated by Edwin
Newman. Video, 58 minutes. Limited quantities.
Item no. 101 ...$19.25 ea
God's Call: A Family Affair (DVD)
A revealing program about several young men and women and their
parents becoming aware of God's call to religious life and priesthood. Funded by the Serra International Foundation. Video, 27 minutes.
Item no. 148 ...$12.50 ea
Multicultural Video
A video that looks at the vocations in the African-American and Hispanic
communities.
Item no. 171 ...$14.00 ea
These Men Called Priest
A diverse group of five priests reflect on their vocations, on what
attracts them to the priesthood and on their own particular ministries. Video, 26 minutes.
Item no. 96 ...$40.00 ea
To Be A Priest (DVD)
This documentary produced for public television traces the life of one man
during the last year of his seminary training and his first year in a parish. Video, 30 minutes.
Item no. 97 ...$12.50 ea
Priestly Vocations
Item no. 186 ...$23.00 ea
Manuals and Handbooks
Vocation Manual
This guide is intended primarily for the club vice
president for vocations and other members of the vocations committee for club awareness activities. It also will be helpful to club
chaplains and Serra club members.
Item no. 42 ...$2.25 ea
Single Adult Discernment Weekend Manual
Developed by the USA Council of Serra International
Vocations Committee, this program consists of a retreat weekend of reflection for those considering vocations to the priesthood and
religious life. The manual includes instructions and sample materials.
Item no. 112 ...$8.50 ea (manual)
Item no.
176 ...$17.50 (video)
Membership Materials
Information for potential/new members
The Spirit of Serra
To acquaint potential members or new members with
the USA Council of Serra International. Video, 14 minutes.
Item no. 100 ...$5.50 ea
The Spirit of Serra - Leader's Guide
A discussion and reflection program to acquaint
potential members or new members with USA Council of Serra International. Workbook.
Item no. 231 ...$3.50 ea
The Spirit of Serra - Study Guide
Handouts for the discussion and reflection program to
acquaint potential members or new members with the USA Council of Serra International. Handout.
Item no. 232 ...$1.25 ea
The Spirit of Serra - Presentation
A multimedia format to acquaint potential members or new
members with the USA Council of Serra International. Please specify diskette for overhead presentation using a personal laptop computer,
transparencies for an overhead projector, or flip chart table top display book.
Item no. 233 ...$12.50 ea
Serra International: A Family Album
To acquaint potential members or new members with Serra
International. Video, 14 minutes.
Item no. 104 ...$27.50 ea
Serra's Challenging Future: The Vocation Arm of the Church
(DVD)
Video introduction to the
USA Council and explanation of the 1994-95 "In His Steps" recommitment program. Narrated by then Episcopal Advisor Archbishop Elden
Curtiss.
Item no. 152 ...$12.50 ea
Serra International Information Brochure
One-page brochure for anyone unfamiliar with Serra.
Item no. 77 ...$0.20 ea
USA Council of Serra International Information Brochure
One-page brochure that briefly
introduces the USA Council.
Item no. 216 ...$0.25 ea
This is Serra International
A folded, business-card sized brochure giving a brief introduction
of Serra.
Item no. 80 ...$0.50 ea
Two Today for Serra (Be/Bring a Member) Card
Combines the successful Two Today and We Invite You
card membership programs to introduce your club to new members
Item no. 188 ...$0.15 ea
What is Serra? - New Member Booklet
A pocket-sized
booklet that includes information on Serra
International and the USA Council and an application form.
Item no. 179 ...$1.10 ea
Membership Certificate
8 1/2" x 11" parchment stock, foil-stamped copper Serra seal.
Item no. 78 ...$0.50 ea
Certificate Holders
Item no. 208 ...$3.50 ea
Membership Manual
Guidelines and ideas for developing strong membership activities for your
local Serra club. In addition, this manual includes sample letters and membership forms.
Item no. 38 ...$2.50 ea
Tools for new clubs
Building a New Serra Club
Information Brochure. Essential information for those considering
organizing a new Serra club.
Item no. 189 ...$0.75 ea
Membership-at-Large
A brochure for those interested in promoting vocations in an area where
there is no Serra club.
Item no. 220 ...$0.30 ea
The World of Serra: Running a Successful Serra Club
(DVD)
Video for new or potential members or as a
"refresher" for current club members.
Item no. 139 ...$12.50 ea
Club-in-Formation Manual
Guidelines and ideas for developing and establishing new Serra clubs
in your area. In addition, this manual includes sample letters and membership forms.
Item no. 39 ...$3.35 ea
Serra Club Charter Application
Item no. 206 ...no charge
Recommitment for current members
In His Steps
Recommitment program for Serrans in the United States. One-page brochure includes
step-by-step explanation, prayers and Recommitment pledge.
Item no. 153 ...$0.35 ea
Pastores Dabo Vobis
Pope John Paul II's Apostolic exhortation on the formation of priests.
Recommended reading for all Serrans. (Origins: CNS, 1992) 38 pages
Item no. 19 ...$1.50 ea
Forms
New Member Forms
Form to notify USA Council of Serra International of new members.
Item no. 84 ...$0.05 ea
Retiring Member Exit Survey Forms
Form to notify USA Council of Serra International of retiring
members.
Item no. 202 ...No Charge
Club Transfer Forms
To notify Serra of member transfers from one club to another.
Item no. 81 ...$0.05 ea
Programs Materials
USA Council Program Materials on CD-ROM
Item #706 ...$5.50 ea
Four Engaging Programs, 1991-92
Item no.
58 ...$0.25 ea
Work & Social Justice Program -- Series 100
Item no. 159 ...No Charge
Apostolate of the Laity -- Series 200
Item no. 169 ...$1.10 ea
Programs Manual - Part I
Item no. 43 ...$2.35 ea
Program Manual - Part II
Compiles the successful Mission and Ministry, Temples of Spirit, Devotional,
and the God the Father programs into an easy to use reference manual.
Item no. 200 ...$4.00 ea
Serra Club Gift and Supplies
Serra Note Cards
Blank, ivory linen cards with embossed Serra seal and matching envelopes.
Item no. 29 ...$0.95 ea
Other cards
Ordination anniversary and birthday cards (as well as other cards and gifts) are available from the Printery
House at Conception Abbey, Conception, MO 64433. Call Toll-free: 1-800-322-2737 for your free catalog.
If you would like to include a message of congratulations with the Serra Prayer for Vocations imprinted on your card, mention the Serra International Imprint (Message of congratulations with Serra Prayer for Vocations) when ordering. For your online convenience follow this link Printery House
Serra Bell
Solid bronze, approximately 8" high.
Item no. 91 ...$185.00 ea
Decal
4" x 3 3/4" window decal of the Serra logo in black and yellow.
Item no. 170 ...$1.10 ea
Lanyards
Green woven lanyard with "USA
Council of Serra International" in white. comes with clear plastic nametag
holder (3" x 4") you supply your own nametag.
Item no. 725 ...$3.00 ea
Gavel
Solid walnut, with engraving plate, 8" long.
Item no. 88 ...$16.50 ea
Paperweights
3" x 3" white marble with cloisonné Serra seal and engraving plate.
Item no. 57 ...$14.50 ea
Statue of Father Serra
Ivory-colored cast resin, 12" high.
Item no. 86 ...$45.00
ea
USA Council Denim Shirt w/ Logo
Blue denim long-sleeve shirt with Serra International USA Council logo imprint
is available in small, medium, and large sizes.
Item no. 221 ...$39.00 ea Please specify size when ordering.
USA Council Golf Shirt w/ Logo
Cotton golf shirt with Serra International USA Council logo imprint is available in small, medium,
and large sizes.
Item no. 224 ...$24.50 ea
USA Council Golf Cap w/ Logo
Golf cap with Serra International USA Council logo imprint is available in one adjustable size.
Item no. 228 ...$5.50 ea (white)
Item no. 229 ...$6.75 ea (green)
USA Council Mugs
Standard size mug,
white, with Serra International Logo in color.
Item no. 724 ...$4.00 ea
Vocation Bears
Bears to remind everyone of the importance of vocations.
Item no. 687 ...$11.00 ea
Buy 12 or more Vocation Bears and save $2.00 ea
Serra Logo Embroidered Patch
Full-color patch ready to iron or stitch onto shirts, hats, blazers, or tote bags. 3" in diameter.
Item #688...$2.00 ea
Serra Stoles
A unique gift for your parish priest or club chaplain. For more information please contact the Sewing Sisters at
The Sewing Sisters
Handbooks and Manuals
Club Officer Manuals
President's Manual
Item no. 35 ... $2.75 ea
Vocations Manual
Item no. 42 ... $2.25 ea
Membership Manual
Item no. 38 ... $2.50 ea
Programs Manual - Part I
Item no. 43 ...$2.35 ea
Programs Manual - Part II
Item no. 200 ... $4.00 ea
Communications Manual
Item no. 44 ... $2.25 ea
Treasurer's Manual
Item no. 36 ... $2.25 ea
Secretary's Manual
Item no. 37 ... $2.25 ea
The Serra Chaplain
Item no. 45 ... $2.25 ea
Handbook for Club Trustees
Item no. 201 ... $2.25 ea
Serra Club Policy Manual
Item no. 205 ...no charge
Full Set of Manuals
Item no 187 ... $27.50 ea
Handbook for Serrans
Item no. 34 ... $2.75 ea
Organizing a New Serra Club
Item no. 39 ... $3.35 ea
USA Council District/Regional Convention Manual
Item no. 48 ...$0.65 ea
Handbook for Vocation Activity
Item no. 168 ... $3.50 ea
Phoenix Fundraising Workbook
Item no. 181.... $11.00
ea
Bylaws
Recommended Local Club Bylaws
Item no.
46 ... $0.10 ea
Serra International Constitution and Bylaws
Item no. 50 ... $0.40 ea
USA Council Constitution and Bylaws
Item no. 157 ... no charge
Meeting Supplies
Stick-on Name Badge
Sheet of eight nametags
Item no. 72 ... $0.50 ea
Prayer Cards
Double-Sided Prayer Card
Item no. 17 ... $0.05 ea
Stick-on Prayer Cards
Item no. 18 ... $0.25 ea
Gold Plastic Double-Sided Prayer Cards
Item no. 177 ... $0.30 ea
Prayer for Canonization of Junipero Serra Prayer Card
Item no. 215 ... $0.30 ea
Lapel Pins
Member (gold)
Item no. 59 ...$7.25 ea
Member (enamel)
Item no. 60 ...$2.25
ea
Member Pendant (enamel)
Item no. 223 ...$2.25
ea
Club President
Item no. 61 ...$16.50
ea
Past Club President
Item no. 62 ...$26.50
ea
District Governor
Item no. 63 ...$16.50
ea
Past District Governor
Item no. 64 ...$22.00
ea
Chaplain
Item no. 65 ...$20.00 ea
USA Council Board Member
Item no. 194 ...$28.00
ea
USA Council Past Board Member
Item no. 195 ...$28.00
ea
Serra International Past Board Member
Item no. 175 ...$26.50 ea
Anniversary and Service Award Pins
50 Year Anniversary and Service
Item no. 119 ...$9.00 each
25 Year Anniversary and Service
Item no. 120 ...$9.00 each
10 Year Anniversary and Service
Item no. 121 ...$9.00 each
Plaques
Cloisonné Seal 2" diameter Serra logo disk.
Item no. 212 ...$7.50 ea
Serra Logo Bell Top Brass bell top.
Item no. 214 ...$15.00 ea
Small (4 1/2"x6") rectangular wooden plaque with cloisonné Serra seal and
1 3/4"x2 3/4" engraving plate.
Item no. 69 ...$15.00 ea
Medium (7"x10") shield-shaped wooden plaque with etched copper on black Serra seal
and 2"x4" engraving plate.
Item no. 107 ...$50.00 ea
Multimedia
Please specify DVD or VHS video format when ordering.
The Spirit of Serra (DVD only)
Item no. 100 ...$5.50 ea
Parish Vocation Committees (DVD only)
Item no. 239....$5.50 ea
Parish Contact Program (DVD only)
Item no. 240....$5.50 ea
Serra Club Program Materials on CD-ROM
Item no. 706...$5.50 ea
A Call to Christ (DVD only)
Item no. 98 ...$12.50 ea
Founding Father of the West (DVD only)
Item no. 103 ...$12.50 ea
Fr. Serra and the American West (VHS only)
Item no. 101 ...$19.25 ea
God's Call: A Family Affair (DVD only)
Item no. 148 ...$12.50 ea
Life Awareness Video (DVD only)
Item no. 176 ...$17.50 ea
Multicultural Video (VHS only)
Item no. 171 ...$14.00 ea
Serra International: A Family Album (VHS only)
Item no. 104 ...$27.50 ea
Serra's Challenging Future (DVD only)
Item no. 152 ...$12.50 ea
These Men Called Priest (VHS only)
Item no. 96 ...$40.00 ea
To Be a Priest (DVD only)
Item no. 97 ...$12.50 ea
The World of Serra . . . (DVD only)
Item no.139 ...$12.50 ea
Priestly Vocations
Item no.186 ...$23.00 ea
Communications Materials
Serra Seals (camera ready)
Seven sizes; for use in club newsletters or stationery.
Item no. 111 ...$0.75 ea
Parish bulletin inserts
Create awareness for vocations and Serra in your parish
bulletin with these short, thought provoking articles, to review or download the bulletin inserts.
Item no. 234 ...No charge
"Serra, NOW More Than Ever!
Buttons that say it all!
Item no. 236 ...$1.75 ea
USA Council of Serra International Pocket Folders
9" x 12" glossy white two-pocket presentation
folders with Serra logo and introduction to Serra printed on outside cover.
Item no. 109 ...$1.50 ea
USA Council of Serra International Exhibit
A table top display case for our materials.
It may be used for club membership campaigns and new club formation activities. A 4-week advance notice is required to avoid
scheduling conflicts. Suggested materials and the case will be shipped to you via UPS. The materials cost and all shipping charges
are the burden of the Serra Club for its use at these membership activities. Item no. 193
"Serra for Priestly and Religious Vocations" ad series
For more information on how to obtain
more valuable materials, such as the "Serra for Priestly and Religious Vocations" ad series, write to: Bill Ramsey Associates, Inc.
4913 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68132, or call (402)556-5770.
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