Protecting democracy is critical this year and beyond. But as Catholics we should use the power of the vote to promote the common good, rather than to protect our own interests.
Sisters say the event was an opportunity for younger sisters to see each other, to know they are not alone and that they are part of something that goes beyond congregations and borders.
Julie Tragon has served in pastoral ministry for the past 30 years. She is a mom of three, pastoral associate, and director of religious education/youth ministry at Church of the Resurrection in Solon, Ohio. She has a graduate degree in theology and is a liturgist for the Leadership Conference of Women Religious and the international Congregation of the Sisters of Bon Secours.
St. Hildegard of Bingen and St. Teresa of Ávila both worked for reform in contexts of moral corruption and laxity. Their teachings on prayer and other topics are relevant for all times, including our polarized era.