Stories
Harvesting Justice
Behind every meal, there’s a story of sacrifice; Julie Taylor’s work at the National Farm Worker Ministry brings to light the often invisible and harsh realities of farm labor in the United States.
Mark Anthony Zarate, OFM: Being One with the Poor in the Philippines
Father Mark Anthony Zarate, OFM, is bringing the energy of a young priest to an urban Philippine parish of 10,000 Catholics.
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‘Dead Man Walking’ at 30: The Fight Continues
“Grace comes and wakes us up,” says Sister Helen Prejean, who has dedicated her life to fighting capital punishment in the United States. “It’s what you do with it when it comes that counts.”
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Pioneering Support for Pregnant Women
In southwest Ohio, an organization called Healthy Moms & Babes is quietly revolutionizing maternal and infant care.
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The Road to Emmaus: Accompanying Those with Mental Illness
What does it mean to accompany one another? The road to Emmaus can be our guide, writes Father Fred Cabras, a Franciscan mental health professional.
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Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv
Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv, has a unique insight into the work that goes into making these beautiful, symbolic objects.
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Brother David Paz, OFM
Brother David’s life as a missionary has taken him to Guatemala, Mexico, and parts of the Southwest.
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