"We want to be treated as equals not only theoretically, in dignity, but also in church ministry," writes Sr. Nameeta Renu. She suggests the understanding of holy orders as reserved for men could be expanded. 

Where neither deacons or priests can be found to tend to the local population in remote regions of the world, sisters keep Catholic customs alive by carrying out a form of the diaconate.

Run by Sr. Maria David Magbanua, St. Rachel Center offers a safe alternative for parents from the refugee and migrant community, whose children are often looked after in overcrowded, unregulated day cares in Israel.