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Sister Norma plays with a kid

Sister Norma Pimentel’s Mission 

Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ, has long advocated for the humane and dignified treatment of migrant people who arrive in our country. Despite doing much of her work quietly and behind-the-scenes, recognition of her holy work has prompted praise from many—including ...
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Pope Leo waves to the crowd

A New Pope, a New Ministry

As Pope Leo XIV begins his ministry, what are some people’s hopes for his papacy? 
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Friar poses with people

‘Rebuild My Church’: St. Francis Builds

For 20 years, this global ministry has combined physical labor and spiritual formation to rebuild lives, communities, and the Church itself. 
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‘Rebuild My Church’: Contemplating the Nature of the Universe 

Arguably no Franciscan theologian has bridged science and religion quite like Sister Ilia Delio, OSF.  
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Nuns Against Gun Violence 

Another mass shooting, another spate of thoughts and prayers. A group of sisters and their supporters are working to reignite a sense of urgency in the face of America’s gun violence epidemic. 
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‘Rebuild My Church’: Stacking Stones on the Margins

Catholic Extension Society seeks to erect more than 600 churches and schools in storm-torn Puerto Rico.
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