Jennifer Szweda Jordan

Jennifer Szweda Jordan

Jennifer Szweda Jordan writes essays and hosts interviews exploring social justice, everyday holy encounters, and spirituality at We Hopeful Pilgrims: Faith, Community, Joy.

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Stefani Danes stands on the Rachel Carson EcoVillage's construction site. The building with a high tower in the background is the Sisters of Divine Providence's 100-year-old convent, now part of La Roche University. (Jennifer Szweda Jordan)

EcoVillage sustainable housing finds a place to build with Pittsburgh sisters

The Rachel Carson Ecovillage needed land, and the Sisters of Divine Providence near Pittsburgh were trying to sell 8 acres. As the sustainable housing project got underway, the two groups became partners in mission.

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