LCWR meeting to focus on communal discernment among women religious

LCWR executive director Sr. Carol Zinn speaks Aug. 13, 2024, at the group’s assembly in Orlando, Florida. Nearly 600 sisters are expected for this year’s event in Atlanta Aug. 12-15. (GSR photo/Dan Stockman)

 Sr. Simona Brambilla and Fr. James Martin will deliver keynote addresses to the group, expected to number about 900.

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LCWR executive director Sr. Carol Zinn speaks Aug. 13, 2024, at the group’s assembly in Orlando, Florida. Nearly 600 sisters are expected for this year’s event in Atlanta Aug. 12-15. (GSR photo/Dan Stockman)

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