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When Pope Francis first appeared on the papal balcony wearing a simple white cassock, his own brown shoes, eschewing the red cape with white fur trimming, I was surprised. Then when he asked the crowd for their blessing before he gave them his own, I knew we were on the brink…
New and downloadable, this collection of Sister Mary Lou Kownacki's mantras offer wise, encouraging thoughts for each ordinary moment of the day: waking up, reading Scripture, doing work, eating, and resting. Featuring beautiful, simple illustrations by Lanora Queckborner, oblate, this little book offers…
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An outspoken advocate of justice, peace and equality
Joan Chittister, a Benedictine Sister of Erie, has dedicated her life to voicing questions that test popularly accepted truths of the day. Her questions to both church and society focus on the empowerment of women, the development of contemporary spirituality, a redefinition and renewal of Benedictine life for seekers today, and justice for the oppressed and marginalized, particularly those in prison. Here are four Good Works that reflect her life commitments:
