Week 5. Janine

I know this has been said before, but people seem to be so much more willing to demonize or dehumanize online. Social media platforms are peppered with violent language because it’s easy to hide behind the computer screen. While I wouldn’t ever conduct the...

Week 5. Patti

In our small town we have an online service between residents. Weather cautions, street closings, yard sales, athletic events are posted. Lost dogs and cats also appear from time to time. Free giveaway items are offered to anyone interested. Occasionally, a...

Encounter for our Common Home

We are excited to announce our participation in Encounter for Our Common Home, a new national campaign for climate solutions. This Spring, join Franciscan Action Network and people of faith across the country for this weeks-long U.S. Catholic training and advocacy...

Week 4. Janine

Many years ago, I had a friend whom I considered my best friend. We grew through middle and high school, even stayed in touch as we parted ways for college. About 4 years post-college, something happened that divided us. We each had our own opinions about the...

Week 4. Louise

There is one conversation that I have avoided for years, telling my self as time passes that it is too late and not necessary any longer. In my heart, I know that neither of those excuses is true. In some ways, I have dismissed this person and that is a way of...