Teaching music in Jerusalem an extension of Mercy sister's ministry
Conversations with Sr. Camille: In her 70s, Mercy Sr. Mary Gomolka decided she needed a change from teaching full time. So she went to Jerusalem.
Conversations with Sr. Camille
Words lie at the heart of poet's worldwide social justice ministry
Conversations with Sr. Camille: Luke Nephew, 32, has worked at home to end torture and has traveled the world, sharing his poetry to support peace and justice.
LGBT ministries' support network, inclusive communities provide hope, joy
Erma Durkin
Age: 84
Lives in: Glen Arm, Md.
Sr. Camille: Erma, I first learned of you through Frank DeBernardo. What brought you together?
New Ways Ministry director: Laypeople need to proclaim the Gospel with their lives
Conversations with Sr. Camille: Francis DeBernardo's days are filled with joy because of the good things that happen in our world, especially for the LGBT movement.
Student brings peace-building skills to her many talents
Conversations with Sr. Camille: Katy Donchik, 17, has volunteered abroad, served as student body president, starred in the school musical and more.
Catholicism informs politics for head of youth-led nonprofit
Conversations with Sr. Camille: He's only 22, but John McCarthy is already making a difference to those for whom the political process to better the world seems unreachable.
Sister's prison ministry finds its center in Matthew 25
Conversations with Sr. Camille: Franciscan Sr. Mary Lou Lafferty spent many years in education before realizing that her talents could also help inmates and their families.
Growth of Ukrainian Catholic University the epitome of hope in country's troubled times
Conversations with Sr. Camille: Alex Kuzma hasn't lost hope for the people of the Ukraine, even with the latest developments.
As nurse and psychologist, Mercy sister creates peaceful, love-filled environments
Conversations with Sr. Camille: From a young age, Mercy Sr. Mary McGrory was drawn to caring for and helping others. Her multiple vocations allow her to do just that.
Jesuit death row chaplain: 'We allow revenge to ruin many lives'
Conversations with Sr. Camille: Jesuit Fr. George Williams sees his prison ministry as part of Jesuit teaching, not a way to waste his life.
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July 14-27, 2017
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