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In an ‘Ignatian Year’ Jesuits Look to Founder’s ‘Cannonball Moment’ as Paradigm for Renewal
PART I: Some embrace the Society of Jesus’ recent difficulties as an opportunity for conversion and drawing more deeply from their roots.
Chicago Case Highlights Religious Orders That Have Not Published Lists of Credibly Accused Clergy
The Missionaries of the Divine Word, which is based in Chicago, say they are in the process of compiling a list, while the Passionists told the Sun-Times they are “considering” publishing a list.
Illinois Religious Order Funds Hotel Initiative to Protect Homeless from Coronavirus
Not only has the pandemic caused public facilities and businesses to close, but it has closed homeless shelters.
The Bread of Heaven: Where Do Communion Hosts Come From?
These sisters bake altar bread — the Communion hosts that will be consecrated at Masses every day.
Of Silence and Stone in the Cloister: Fairfield Carmelites Build New Monastery
Thousands of benefactors have donated to help the sisters dwelling in Pennsylvania.
‘Companions’ Aid Religious Communities: Lay Associates Promote Orders’ Charisms
A look at a special part of the Church family
In Wake of Pennsylvania Charges, Abuse Spotlight Falls on Religious Orders
U.S.-based orders have undertaken widespread reforms, but criminal charges filed against three Franciscan friars for alleged supervisory failures of a known child molester indicate problems remain.
Why Women Are Flocking to Religious Orders in England and Wales, The Romance of Ritual and More!
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How Religious Orders Contain Sexual Offenders in Their Ranks
Drawing on lessons learned from the clergy-abuse crisis, U.S. communities use safety plans and risk analysis to deal with the issue.
