Web OPAC
mikado OPAC
EBSCOHOST LST
( off – campus )
EBSCOHOST Ateneo
( on-campus )
The Ralph B. Gehring Library serves as the information arm of the Loyola School of Theology (LST). It is committed to the acquisition, organization, dissemination, and preservation of theological resources in all formats.
the collection
Ground Floor
General Circulation (CIRC)
These include books on various subjects on various fields of theology, philosophy, pastoral ministry, and psychology. These books can be loaned out for a maximum of two (2) weeks, and a possibility of renewal. It has two special sections: Oversize (OVE) and Pamphlets (PAM).
Pamphlets (PAM)
These are books and other reading materials that have 50 pages and below. These materials are housed in separate shelves for easy retrieval and access.
Oversize (OVE)
These are books that are taller than regular books. A separate shelf is given to these books for proper organization, easy retrieval, and access. These materials can be loaned out as general circulation books.
Second Floor
Periodicals
These are bound professional and popular journals and magazines that cover various fields of study related to the academic and pastoral programs of LST. These materials cannot be loaned out but may be scanned or photocopied in the premises. There is a separate oversize section for periodicals that are taller than regular journals. A list of periodical titles is available at the circulation counter on the third floor. Online access to journals is available through the EBSCO services of LST Library (off-campus) and the Ateneo Rizal Library (on-campus).
Maps
These are large-size maps used by students, faculty and lecturers for classroom discussions. These can be borrowed by faculty but must be returned within the day.
third Floor
General References (REF)
These includes reference materials for common use such as encyclopedias, dictionaries, church documents, biblical commentaries, directories, etc. These books are for room use only.
Non-prints Media
These are materials in old Beta and VHS formats. These materials can be loaned out for a maximum of 2 weeks with a possibility of renewal.
Theses (THE)
This section contains theses and dissertations from the Berchman’s College collection and the degree programs of LST and the Ateneo de Manila University. These materials are for room use only.
Reserve Shelf
These shelves hold the reading materials of faculty in their respective subject areas to be used by their students as references. These includes materials from the LST library collection and the personal collection of faculty. These materials are for room use only.
online database
Web OPAC
The online public access catalog (OPAC) is an online database of the Ralph B. Gehring Library. The OPAC provides the bibliographical information and call numbers of books in General Circulation (Including OVE and PAM) and General References. The OPAC book search results will indicate if the book is available for check-out or not.
Mikado OPAC
EBSCOHost Ateneo Library (On-Campus Use)
The Ateneo Rizal Library EBSCO collection of databases includes the AtlaSerials PLUS® database, which is the premier index to journal articles, book reviews, and collections of essays in all fields of religion. It also includes the ATLA Historical Monographs Collections 1 and 2, the Christian Periodical Index, New Testament Abstracts, Old Testament Abstracts, OMNIFILE Full Text Select, and the Religion and Philosophy Index.
New Book Acquisition / Processed
Buying the Field: Catholic Religious Life in Mission to the World
(Schneiders, Sandra M., 2014) In this third and final volume of the Religious Life in a New Millennium series, Sandra Schneiders continues her rethinking of the traditional religious vows in the context of postmodernism. She reaches back into the gospels for the meaning of “world” in order to discern the meaning of renunciation of the “world” by religious, and how that tradition needs to be rethought for our times while keeping in mind the prophetic character of religious life that enables witness and ministry. The vow of poverty is examined, both in its economic and spiritual sense (that is, religious life as an alternate economy and the poverty of spirit needed in the quest for God). Finally―and this is the part that made this so difficult to write, Sandra examines the vow of obedience, taking into account the role that blind obedience played in the Holocaust and other wrongs committed by misuse of power and authority. She concludes by synthesizing all three volumes. †
The Priesthood in a Church Renewed: Priestly Ministry and Spirituality Based on Vatican II and PCP II Vision
(Picardal, Amado L., 2016)
Shepherds and Fishermen: Spiritual Exercises for Bishops, Priests, and Religious
(Cantalamessa, Raniero, 2020) Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM Cap, preacher to the papal household for over forty years, graciously accepted Pope Francis’s invitation to lead a six-day retreat for the bishops of the United States in January 2019. Shepherds and Fishermen contains the reflections and meditations that guided this gathering, presented in an accessible format for groups and individuals seeking spiritual and ministerial inspiration.
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Library Hours & Contact Info
Library Hours
Contact Info
Tel: (63) 8426-6430 to 35 local 3631
email: egenilo@lst.edu; library@lst.edu
The Library is primarily intended for the use of the faculty and students of LST. It is not a general-service library, and access to its premises, books, and other materials is strictly in accordance with the norms given in the Statement of Library Policies.
Categories of Clients
The library fee, paid to the cashier during registration, entitles various categories of clients to the following privileges:
Enrolled LST Students
LST Students Enrolled in Degree or Diploma Programs. LST students enrolled in degree or diploma programs may borrow up to ten (10) books for two weeks, with a possibility of renewal if the books are not otherwise needed. Students writing STD/PhD dissertations may borrow up to twenty (20) books for one month, with the possibility of renewal if the books are not otherwise needed.
Cross Registrants
Cross-Registrants. Cross-registrants with endorsement letters and validated ID from the Ateneo de Manila University have the same privileges as regular LST students. Cross-registrants from other schools may borrow books, up to three at one time, for a period of two weeks, with the possibility of renewal.
Auditors
Auditors. Auditors may use the library but may not borrow books, except upon deposit of an amount per book determined by the LST Administration. This deposit is refunded at the end of each semester.
Doctoral Students of Consortium of Theological Schools
Doctoral Students of the Consortium of Theological Studies: By virtue of the agreement on the mutual sharing of resources and facilities by member schools, doctoral students of other schools belonging to the Consortium are granted the privilege of using the LST library. They may use the materials and facilities inside the library, but the books may not be lent out to them. They must bring an endorsement letter with their school’s letterhead and a valid ID.
Researchers from Other Schools and Institutions
Researchers from Other Schools or Institutions: Researchers from other schools or institutions may be granted permission by the President or VPAA to do research work in the LST library, provided they present an endorsement letter from their Department Chairperson and pay either a semestral or a daily spot fee. They may use the materials and facilities inside the library, but books may not be lent out to them.
Faculty and Students of Ateneo de Manila University
Faculty and students of Ateneo de Manila University: Ateneo students and faculty with endorsement letters and validated ID are allowed to use the library as guided by agreements between LST and AdMU.
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