Aug 6, 2020 | Faithful Democracy, Issues
August 6, 2020 Today marks 55 years since the Voting Rights Act became law. Since that historic day, voter restrictions have inexplicably increased, including the Supreme Court stripping provisions of the Voting Rights Act in 2013. As Franciscans and as Christians,...
Aug 4, 2020 | Care for Creation, Issues
As Saints Francis and Clare had a relational understanding of creation, we view all creatures, from the smallest to “our Sister, Mother Earth,” as sisters and brothers, part of the very family of God. We continuously commit to advocating for public policies that...
Jul 29, 2020 | Care for Creation, Issues
As Franciscans, we hold a special place in our heart for our sister, Mother Earth. We see our God reflected in her beauty and remember the necessity of a balanced ecology. This year we join Franciscans and others all over the world in celebrating the 5th anniversary...
Jul 15, 2020 | Care for Creation, Issues
As Franciscans, we hold a special place in our heart for our Mother Earth. We see our God reflected in her beauty and remember the necessity of a balanced ecology. This year we join Franciscans and others all over the world in celebrating the 5th anniversary of...
Jul 8, 2020 | Issues, Peacemaking
The Peace Ribbon is one woman’s vision that inspired tens of thousands. After being deeply affected by a visit to Hiroshima in 1975, Justine Merritt used her Christmas card list to invite 100 friends and relatives to join in wrapping a “Ribbon” around the Pentagon as...
Jul 1, 2020 | Care for Creation, Issues
As Franciscans, we hold a special place in our heart for our Mother Earth. We see our God reflected in her beauty and remember the necessity of a balanced ecology. This year we join Franciscans and others all over the world in celebrating the 5th anniversary of...
