Kino Library
The mission of the library is to provide theological resources for Catholics throughtout the Diocese of Phoenix especially to participants enrolled in academic religious studies programs. The library's collections are also available to adults of other faiths. The library offers user-centered services, builds collections, and provides an inviting environment for study, collaboration, and reflection.

History
The Kino Library was officially founded in 1978. Efforts were immediately begun to build an outstanding theological collection to meet the needs of Catholic adults in the Phoenix area. Since its beginning the library has expanded to provide theological and biblical resources for adults of many faiths in the southwest. Today the library has grown to over 25,000 English and Spanish resources.

Kino participants and the public are encouraged to use these excellent resources. The collection includes extensive reference materials including LOGOS Scholars Library, periodicals, video and audio tapes. In addition, the following online databases are accessible: ATLA/ATLAS, Religious and Theological Abstracts, and FirstSearch (11 databases). Computers are available for patrons to search these and other related websites. An interlibrary loan service increases access to materials. Library cards, valid for 1 year from the date of issue, are free to participants registered at Kino Institute and other theological programs of study. Others pay a $10.00 fee. Copies of the library circulation policies are available at the circulation desk.

Hours:

Monday, Thursday, Friday 9AM-5PM

Tuesday, Wednesday 9AM-6:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Cirulation & Loan Periods
Books/vertical file 3 weeks
Audio & Video cassettes 1 week
Audio books, CD's 2 weeks

Fines: All items 25¢/item/day


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