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Celebrating 8th Day Center for Justice
...celebration of 8th Day Center for Justice. The center was founded in the spirit of the transformation that came with the Second Vatican Council as religious communities discerned how to respond to the “signs of the times.” The Urban Apostolate of Sisters, formed in Chicago in the late 1960s to provide services, education and advocacy to those made poor by growing inequality, evolved over time into an intercommunity collaboration with a focus on peace and justice. In 1974, when six religious communities...
Gathering in solidarity, respect and unity
...thinking along the same lines,” she says, “that this event [the election] has really kind of mobilized folks to think about what they really value.” Sister Donna Butler, who spends much of her time advocating for justice, says, “Two of the things I’m very grateful for are that I am a Sister of Providence, that we have a commitment to bring peace and justice to this world. And I’m very grateful that I’m in the place doing the ministry that...
Sisters to host Community Prayer and Rally June 24
...outside of the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. In case of inclement weather, the rally will be moved into the lobby of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. People of all faith traditions are invited to join the Sisters of Providence during the event. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own signs of solidarity and peace to lift the voices of immigrants and those who are disenfranchised. The “echo events” coincide with a larger rally taking place in...
Sisters share USCCB message on immigration
...who have already been separated from their loved ones. Despite obstacles and prejudices, generations of immigrants have made enormous contributions to the well-being of our nation. We as Catholic bishops love our country and pray for its peace and prosperity. For this very reason, we feel compelled now in this environment to raise our voice in defense of God-given human dignity. Catholic teaching exhorts nations to recognize the fundamental dignity of all persons, including immigrants. We bishops advocate for a...
What is Eco-Justice?
...insecurity, and violence increase. Women, children, and future generations are disproportionately affected. Life depends upon making the links between economic policy, trade, extractive industries, and energy, immigration, food and water security, war and peace, and climate change. Borrowing again from Laudato Si, what is needed is an “integral ecology” as we address policy and laws. A new definition of progress must emerge. One not based upon the mythology of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) index, but one which considers the...
2022 Season of Creation: Love of Creation Impels Us!
...into our lives and apostolates by developing a systematic process to transition to an integral ecology; To take bold concrete actions, both corporately and individually, in the spirit of Laudato Si’, to address the multiple crises afflicting our common home – the planet and its people; and To practice nonviolence, as we reconcile and heal the pain in creation and sow hope for peace. This commitment is made in love, mercy and justice, knowing that we are participating in God’s...
2025 Reflection for Providence Associate Commitment Liturgy
...heart of God. Like Pope Francis before him, Pope Leo declared: “There will be no peace as long as the poor and the planet are neglected and abused.” A ‘Historical Burst of Energy’ I want us to remember Bernard Lee’s definition of charism as a historical burst of energy. I want the energy of our charism in this time to be united with that of Francis and Leo and all people of our day who seek love, mercy, and justice....
Oral History: Sister Dorothy Gartland
...stripped of dignity, tortured and killed by unjust public policies.” It was not limited to Chicago or the United States. The oppressed, the poorest, the abandoned, as Saint Mother Theodore noted, are throughout the world. Sister Dorothy’s work with 8th Day included economic justice issues, human rights, women’s issues, the Iraq War and world peace. The military buildup and interventions in Central America became a significant focus. 8th Day was an NGO and had a special consultative relationship with the...
How to Meet with Congress
...that they support peace, justice, and sustainability. Forming a Delegation: Gather a group of three or more who commit to visiting local offices of legislators Start by designating a group leader and a note-taker. Group Leader: Before Meeting Set a pre-meeting date and location with legislator’s office staff, Find out how much time you have for the lobby visit, Decide which issues will be raised as well as the “ask,” Plan who in the delegation will raise which issues; decide...
Advent: My favorite Church season
If I were to be asked to name my favorite Church season, hands down, it would be Advent. In preparing to write this blog, I reflected on why I felt that way and I decided it was a mixture of ritual and moods. What are some of those rituals? Lighting candles on the Advent wreathe, one week at a time, creates a mood of expectation, surrounded by the calm and peace a lighted candle brings. It beckons me to quiet,...
Reflections on 50 years
...path will get us where we need to be – with God as our constant companion. God bless the nine Golden Jubilarians – the Class of 2017!” “For in every season, the winters of sorrow and struggle, the summers of joy and peace, Providence will rise before the sun.” – Lacordaire From Sister Paula Damiano: “Journey in love, mercy and d justice” is the theme for our Golden Jubilee Year. Simple and clear … or, so it seems at first...
Leadership Team shares statement from LCWR: Repair Our Democracy
Note: The following is a statement from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), a statement we support and stand by. The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) joins with the world in praying for peace after witnessing the violence and lawlessness yesterday in our nation’s capital. We are deeply concerned about the state of our country and the future of our democracy. Our hearts ached as we watched these despicable actions that threaten not only to destroy the seat...