Displaced by widespread homelessness I want to address the issue of widespread homelessness. As a new Good Shepherd Volunteer, I’ve had the opportunity to meet many inspiring Sisters and Mission Partners who are deeply committed to social justice. I am struck by the Good Shepherd charism and the community’s commitment to a simple yet radical…
Danville community Sisters Mary Carol McClenon and Stella Mangona report on the energetic activities of the community since the onset of coronavirus lockdowns. Personal retreats Four Good Shepherd Sisters from the Danville Community went on retreat in Carrollton, Ohio, after asking Sr. Francisca Aguillon, Province Leader of Central South, if they could make private retreats…
NRVC Board I have a deep passion for contemplation and commitment to the full flourishing of religious life in the Church and for the ongoing transformation of the world. I am honored to serve on the National Religious Vocation Conference (NRVC) board of directors. I am discovering ever more deeply that religious life is a…
This story on racism is the second story in an occasional series of articles focusing on social justice issues that the National Advocacy Center addresses as part of its ongoing mission. How can we confront racial injustice? We intentionally do what we can – individually, as community and as the National Advocacy Center. With all…
This blog on anti-immigrant policies is the first of an occasional series of articles focusing on social justice issues that the National Advocacy Center addresses as part of its ongoing mission. In announcing his candidacy in 2015, Donald Trump claimed that Mexico was sending “people that have lots of problems …They’re bringing drugs. They’re bringing…
For the first 30 days of shelter in place with COVID-19, I found myself making a retreat. This time of reflection led to a meditation on the Gospel of John. Since I process in imagery, when a passage moved me I completed a page in my art journal. As I reflected on the ministry of…
