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Opening to the World

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By Luke Timothy Johnson

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Learning from Las Hermanas

Looking back at Las Hermanas’ role in the three Encuentros can help those committed to synodality better understand the task ahead.

January 10, 2022

The Varieties of Religious Community Today

On this special podcast episode, we’re joined by the editors and writers who helped create our package of stories on Catholic religious communities.

U.S. Catholicism

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Article

Sisters on the Move

The Dominican Sisters of Peace spend their lives constantly on the move, changing places and customs to meet the emerging needs of the people of God.

By Ann Killian

November 13, 2021

The Varieties of Religious Community Today

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Feature

Silence in the City

The simplicity of monastic practice feels right for the chaos of our time.

By Kaya Oakes

November 8, 2021

The Varieties of Religious Community Today

Religious Life

Spirituality

Feature

Embracing Uncertainty

The Norbertines in Santa Maria de la Vid understand that moving forward means adopting a flexible style of living and working in the Albuquerque community.

By Griffin Oleynick

November 2, 2021

Religious Life

The Varieties of Religious Community Today

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