Sr. Thea Bowman could start on the path toward becoming a saint in November, when the U.S. bishops are expected to approve her cause for sainthood at their biannual meeting, officials announced July 31. Four major black clergy and religious groups made the announcement July 31 along with the news that they will unite to advance the causes for sainthood for five African-American Catholics, with Bowman's expected to be added once the bishops approve.
by GSR Staff
Editorial: In our reporting for our special Seeking Refuge series, we found a new urgency and a new inspiration. The testimonies of refugees illustrate that we cannot look away from the challenge of migration; the work of religious sisters shows us that much is possible.
by David Agren
Honduras ranks as the sixth most unequal country in the world. Drug cartels are common, and workers are subjected to extortion. Women are fleeing Honduras to protect their children from gangs: boys are forced to become foot soldiers while girls are preyed upon against their wills. Now under tougher U.S. policies, gang violence will no longer qualify for asylum claims. And deportees are arriving back in Honduras in massive numbers.
• Also in this series: As resettlement agency in Kansas closes, other doors open
by GSR Staff
"Feminism is not about femaleness. It is not even changing the hands that hold the power, but to actually change the definition of power. Non-duality is at the center of Gospel feminism."
by Margaret Gonsalves
Contributor
My father's dream was not only to meet the immediate need of food, but also to provide an education that would help us stand on our own feet. His countercultural stand against the currents of patriarchal society for long term systemic change was remarkable, especially for that time.
by GSR Staff
"All my life I was taught to hate people like you. But after tonight, I see nothing to hate."
by Cyndi Nienhaus
Contributor
The classroom study and interfaith experiences helped students participate in the grace-filled, mysterious and transformative work that happens when people break through their own prejudices and stereotypes to relate to one another and find common ground.
Cyndi Nienhaus belongs to the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Agnes in Wisconsin. She taught and served as youth minister from early childhood classes to university levels before moving to pastoral studies and religious education at the graduate level. Currently, she is an associate professor of religious education, a prolific writer and lecturer. She is also a general councilor on the leadership team of her congregation.
by Jose Kavi
Contributing editor
Sr. Joeyanna D'Souza is the first woman elected to leadership of Signis India, the Indian chapter of the World Catholic Association for Communication. D'Souza told GSR that her calling is to use new media for the Gospel. With years of such experience, she spoke to GSR about dealing with internet trolling and fake news.
by GSR Staff
"And are we, as individuals, responsible for showing up, speaking up, and being the church we want to see? Yes. We all participate in creating, living, and being church."
