Drawing parallels from the story of Lazarus, Jesuit Fr. James Martin delivers Thursday's keynote address before the 600 sister leaders gathered at the LCWR annual assembly.
For those who still believe in the revolution's project, may the decades over these nearly 66 years lead you to realize that it is time to let others propose a true path toward democracy, justice and rights.
Almost 200 religious sisters attended the in-person convocation of the Leadership Collaborative in Rome, with hearts full of joy, seeking inspiration to connect, celebrate and lead as part of the Jubilee of Hope.
One cleric insisted that even if someone consulted a woman religious who was a canon lawyer, they would still seek confirmation with a priest because they wouldn't be satisfied with a woman's view.
In a new book called Becoming Apostolic, theologian Catherine Sexton engages Catholic sisters from five apostolic communities to discover their evolving understanding of their role in religious life.
"I hope that in our communal lives as religious women, we can help continue to erase the stigma associated with going to get help for our mental health issues," writes Sr. Clare Bass.
While women religious may be vocal and courageous about the violence and injustice others face, they often remain silent and intimidated when it comes to speaking up about their own fears and abuse, one superior general said at an international safeguarding conference in Rome.
