Joan Chittister
Joan Chittister, a member of the Benedictine Sisters of Erie, PA, is a bold, prophetic voice in our times. Now in her 85th year, she continues to be a passionate champion for the rights of women everywhere, and a fervent advocate for the oppressed and marginalized, particularly the poor. Sr. Joan is a founding member of The Global Peace Initiative of Women, a partner organization of the U.N., and she has facilitated gatherings of spiritual leaders throughout the Middle East, Asia, Africa, the Far East and Europe, fostering an interfaith commitment to peace. Sr. Joan is a best-selling author of over 60 books. Her latest book, to be released in September 2021, is entitled The Monastic Heart: 50 Simple Practices for a Contemplative and Fulfilling Life (Penguin Random House).
As Sr. Joan Chittister shows us in this remarkable true story, proceeding in the “ways of peace” often means having the courage to make human connections with those who might think differently than us, or even with those we fear. It doesn’t happen easily, but is the surest road to healing. Continue reading →
