Sr. Corbin Hannah

Corbin Hannah

Corbin Hannah is a Sister of Providence of St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Educated as a social worker with experience serving young adults experiencing homelessness, S. Corbin is currently writing and leading prayer and retreat opportunities while healing from a traumatic brain injury. S. Corbin is passionate about justice, connects with God through nature, and dreams of a world where everyone remembers that they are the light of the world.

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Two painted hands surrounding a heart (Unsplash/Rod Long)

Religious life as an alternative community

As religious life in the U.S. continues to shift and evolve, I imagine we can continue — with deep commitment and intention — to be communities of care for all.

"Jesus at the Sea of G​alilee" by Carl Oesterley

Nonviolent communication has helped me be more like Jesus

Sr. Corbin Hannah writes about the benefits of nonviolent communication. "I am connected to my kind, compassionate, loving and understanding self," she writes. "I believe NVC has helped me be more like Jesus."

An aerial view of a "Black Lives Matter" mural is seen in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City on July 7, 2020.

Personal transformation essential to building liberated society

When I confront the privilege and oppression within me and experience the pain they cause, I am more able to see the destruction and pain these systems and mindsets cause to others. 

(Dreamstime/Elena Elisseeva)

The seasons of religious life

We do not need to frantically figure out the future of religious life or even ensure that it continues — that is God’s work. May we wisely participate in this unfolding.

synchronized fireflies

Uncovering my inner light, living in synchrony with God

 Anything that helps me see reality as it is, break free from the chains of judgment and expectations, and embrace the beautiful soul that I am is helpful in my journey to recover my inner light. 

Light shining into a dark cave (Unsplash/Bruno Van Der Kraan)

Letting hope lead me to be the light that can only shine in the darkness

Horizons: When I cover up or deny the painful parts of my reality, I also block the radiance of the compassion and care that can shine brightly in my suffering.