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Surely just as we know that God loves us always and is never far from us, so are we called to love one another always, no matter what.
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Living a common life centered in the Gospel virtues of poverty, chastity, and obedience has opened and stretched me beyond my wildest imaginings.
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By our actions and in our speech, we proclaim that no one is beyond God’s love
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“We support the life and respect the dignity of all persons and will continue in prayer for death row inmates and their families …”
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Perhaps you are interested in making a long-term commitment to the sustainability of our planet through meatless meals
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A question to ponder: If beef was more expensive, would you eat as much of it?
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What if there was one small change you could make that would add up to a big difference for the health of the planet and help you to live healthily? Would you try it?
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“Greater scarcity of water will lead to an increase in the cost of food and the various products which depend on its use.”
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We commit ourselves … to live as citizens of Earth community with a common future. We commit to setting specific, measurable personal and group goals for simple living, wise use of Earth’s resources and love for one another
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Lent is also a time when some choose to fast by abstaining from eating meat one or more days a week or simply becoming more intentional about their food choices
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‘We commit ourselves to deepen our understanding of the principles of eco-justice and environmental responsibility.’
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We find in joining with others to effect real social change that we ourselves are more hopeful, more able to embrace diversity, and more willing to engage others who look, think, or act differently than ourselves. As a nation, we have experienced quite a shift these days. Contributing to our democracy by joining a local Indivisible group, I experience the deep joy of contributing to the common good.
Sister Barbara Battista is a native of Indianapolis who currently ministers as the Congregation's Justice Promoter. She credits her social justice activism to her mother Alice's strong example. Raised in a large and extended Italian family household, Sister Barbara comes by community organizing quite naturally. She is a passionate and energetic advocate for full equity and equality for women and girls in church and society.
To learn more about Sister Barbara, view her sister profile page.