When Benedictine Sr. Kathleen Cogan began writing short stories about growing up on her family's Colorado ranch, she just wanted to give herself something to do while she recovered from a 2014 stroke. Her new hobby culminated in a time capsule for her family that became a published book.
by Dan Morris-Young
Officials at San Domenico School in San Anselmo, California, founded in 1850 by the Dominican Sisters, announced Nov. 13 that the school will no longer be Catholic and will drop official ties to the San Francisco Archdiocese and the Western Catholic Educational Association.
The Leadership Conference of Women Religious called the withdrawal a "misguided decision" that is " yet another example of the president's attempts to wall off this nation and subvert its values."
by Mary Ann Flannery
Contributor
Mohican, a rare red timber wolf, pawed the ground and panted with what appeared to be a smile, sizing up the group as he walked around us. I thought of St. Joseph Sr. Elizabeth Johnson's book Ask the Beasts as Mohican rested among new friends.
by GSR Staff
"The sky has been the limit as far as what I've learned working with women who are homeless. And I've learned that from them. They're beautiful."
Mary Ann Flannery is a Sister of Charity of Cincinnati who has held teaching and administrative positions at several colleges. Before her community (Vincentian Sisters of Charity) merged with the Sisters of Charity, she served as community president and in other leadership roles. She has been a freelance journalist, the director of a Jesuit retreat house, and active in social justice issues for more than 30 years. She continues to offer retreats and spiritual direction.
by Carol J. Dempsey
Many of the liturgical readings for Advent are taken from the book of Isaiah. The poet within the book offers us a vision of leadership that is timeless, transformative and prophetic.
by GSR Staff
"I watched the dramatic events of the past week with surprise and with appreciation for the spirit of peace and calm that prevailed."
Villa Maria is a transition home for women without children who are either homeless, fleeing abusive relationships, or recently released from prison or jail. The staff, led by Loretto Sr. Mary Margaret Murphy, provides women with resources as they help pave their path to recovery.
by Joyce Meyer
International Liaison, Global Sisters Report
GSR Today - In the Philippines, I was surprised by Filipinos' ways of celebrating Christmas, Advent and All Saints' and All Souls' Days. All Souls' Day, which in our Western culture is a solemn time to remember our deceased loved ones, was a festive celebration. I was glad to join in this new experience.
