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In which I talk about Ash Wednesday as a re-formation of creaturely identity. Bibliography: Anglican Church in North America. The Book of Common Prayer. Huntington Beach, CA: Anglican Liturgy Press, 2019. Augustine. Confessions. Translated by Sarah Ruden. New York: The Modern Library, 2017. Brueggemann, Walter. “Remember, You are Dust.” Journal for Preachers 14, no. 2 (Lent 1991): 3-10. Accessed April 1, 2023. Atla Religion Database. Chittister, Sister Joan. The Liturgical Year. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2009. Clark, John C. and Marcus Peter Johnson. A Call to Christian Formation: How Theology Makes Sense of Our World. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2021. Smith, James K. A. Desiring the Kingdom: Worship, Worldview, and Cultural Formation. Vol. 1 of Cultural Liturgies. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2009. ———. Imagining the Kingdom: How Worship Works. Vol. 2 of Cultural Liturgies. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2013. Wells, David F. God in the Wastelands: The Reality of Truth in a World of Fading Dreams. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1994. ———. No Place for Truth: Or Whatever Happened to Evangelical Theology. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1993. Beneath The Willow Tree is a podcast dedicated to the pursuit of Truth through wisdom and imagination. Join host Sophie Burkhardt as she, fuelled by wonder and a quest for the beautiful, explores philosophy, theology, the arts and all things worthy of thought beneath the willow tree. If you might ever be interested in talking about any such things, or a specific book or movie, etc. please reach out to me at sdburkhardt321@gmail.com

On the finale of Jane Danger, time is of the essence as Brother Charles and Sister Joan are on the loose, the police moved from Mother Maragret's nuns, and now only Jane, Roberts, and Morrison can stop the horrific murders from taking place.

Original Air Date: May 27th, 2019Author, activist and Benedictine nun Sister Joan Chittister discusses her book, The Time Is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage. In a powerful conversation, Sister Joan defines what it means to be a prophet in today's modern world, and challenges us to combat complacency and apathy in our own lives. She outlines the key steps we can all take to lift America (and the world) out of its current state of polarization and political disarray. Rather than wait for others to solve the problems of inequality, injustice and poverty, Sister Joan explains why it is both our moral and spiritual responsibility to take action ourselves, making the world a better place for all.  Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPodsYou can also watch Oprah's Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN 

Hear from Sister Joan on her top recommended books.Article referring to a novel Sister Joan mentions: https://www.theyoungcatholicwoman.com/archivescollection/a-novel-for-the-reluctant-martyr-graham-greenes-the-power-and-the-glory?rq=mary

Joan Chittister is a benedictine nun who currently serves as co-chair of the Global Peace Initiative of Women, a partner organization of the UN, facilitating a worldwide network of women peace builders. For 50 years she has passionately advocated on behalf of peace, human rights, women's issues, and church renewal. A much sought-after speaker, counselor and clear voice that bridges across all religions, she is also a best-selling author of more than 60 books, hundreds of articles, and an online column for the National Catholic Reporter. She has received numerous writing awards and honors for her work, and is a noted international lecturer as well as a former fellow at St. Edmund's College, Cambridge University, England. In 2019 Sister Joan was the featured guest of Oprah Winfrey on "Super Soul Sunday," about her book, The Time is Now. Her first interview with Oprah was in 2015. She has appeared on “Meet the Press” with Tim Russert, “60 Minutes,” “CBS News,” “NOW” with Bill Moyers and numerous BBC and NPR programs including “Weekend Edition Sunday” with Liane Hansen and “On Being” with Krista Tippett. Here, she shares wisdom from her book The Monastic Heart: 50 Simple Practices For a Contemplative and Fulfilling Life

Joan Chittister is a benedictine nun who currently serves as co-chair of the Global Peace Initiative of Women, a partner organization of the UN, facilitating a worldwide network of women peace builders. For 50 years she has passionately advocated on behalf of peace, human rights, women's issues, and church renewal. A much sought-after speaker, counselor and clear voice that bridges across all religions, she is also a best-selling author of more than 60 books, hundreds of articles, and an online column for the National Catholic Reporter. She has received numerous writing awards and honors for her work, and is a noted international lecturer as well as a former fellow at St. Edmund's College, Cambridge University, England. In 2019 Sister Joan was the featured guest of Oprah Winfrey on "Super Soul Sunday," about her book, The Time is Now. Her first interview with Oprah was in 2015. She has appeared on “Meet the Press” with Tim Russert, “60 Minutes,” “CBS News,” “NOW” with Bill Moyers and numerous BBC and NPR programs including “Weekend Edition Sunday” with Liane Hansen and “On Being” with Krista Tippett. Here, she shares wisdom from her book The Monastic Heart: 50 Simple Practices For a Contemplative and Fulfilling Life

One of the marks of monastic communities is that they establish a rhythm of life that calls attention to the holy.  Sister Joan Chittister, who is herself part of a Benedictine monastic community, has translated a number of these practices into everyday life for us. You may have heard of Sister Joan–she's a well-known activist … Continue reading "Simple life rhythms for balance and peace with Joan Chittister"

Joan Chittister, OSB, is an internationally known writer and lecturer and the executive director of Benetvision, a resource and research center for contemporary spirituality in Erie, Pennsylvania. A Benedictine Sister of Erie, Pennsylvania, she served as president of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious and of the Conference of American Benedictine Prioresses, and was prioress of the Benedictine Sisters of Erie for twelve years. Sister Joan received her doctorate from Pennsylvania State University in speech communications theory. She has authored sixty books and received numerous awards for her work on behalf of peace, justice, and women in church and in society.Her latest book, The Monastic Heart, was released September 21, 2021. This book carries the weight and wisdom of the monastic spiritual tradition into the twenty-first century. Sister Joan leans into Saint Benedict, who, as a young man in the sixth century, sought moral integrity in the face of an empire not by conquering or overpowering the empire but by simply living an ordinary life extraordinarily well. This same monastic mindset can help us grow in wisdom, equanimity, and strength of soul as we seek restoration and renewal both at home and in the world. At a time when people around the world are bearing witness to human frailty—and, simultaneously, the endurance of the human spirit—The Monastic Heart invites readers of all walks to welcome this end of certainty and embrace a new beginning of our faith. Without stepping foot in a monastery, we can become, like those before us, a deeper, freer self, a richer soul—and, as a result, a true monastic, so “that in all things God may be glorified.”

Chris Ruppe is our guest on this episode, and he is also our Patreon sponsor. I first met Chris at a Christian Comedy Association conference. Since then he has developed material and started to think about going full time into comedy. Along those lines, Chris had some specific questions about making that move. If you are considering making comedy a full-time job, this episode is a musty listen. CHRIS RUPPE SHOW NOTES Specifically, we talk about: How he got started promoting shows before being a comedian Jokes he's working on now Tips on finding an “extra gear” to copse your show on Writing his closing bits A fun way to find out who you talk about in your show Paul Gilmartin's “Sister Joan” poem Tips on when to go full time in comedy How do you navigate secular shows as a Christian comedian? Do you think it is okay to collaborate as a comedian? Tips on getting booked. And much, much more. (c)(p) 2021 Rik Roberts School of Laughs www.SchoolOfLaughs.com

Sister Joan Brown, OSF, is Executive Director of New Mexico Interfaith Power and Light. The organization works from the core belief that care of the natural world is integral to spiritual life and social justice. Sister Joan works with people of many faith traditions for education, action, and policy advocacy around climate change and care of Earth. Previously, she ministered as a journalist, director of Pikes Peace Justice and Peace Commission, and co-director of Tierra Madra, a sustainable strawbale self-help housing project that she co-founded. Sister Joan grew up on a farm near Olpe, Kansas, in the Bluestem Prairie region. She has a bachelor's degree in English and a master's degree in Religion and Cosmology. She is a Sister of St. Francis of Rochester, Minnesota. Subscribe to our newsletter    Check out lots more podcasts  Visit our website

There is a spy in the infirmary! Sister Joan must stay on top of the pack of lascivious, urine-soaked, traitors-to-the-crown that work for her lest they are all sent to the gallows.Check out 'Real Fantasy Encounters' on the That's Not Canon network: https://thatsnotcanon.com/realfantasyencountersFind us!Email: thepennypeepshow@gmail.com Twitter: @PennyPeepshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennyPeepshow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepennypeepshow/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the abbess's assistant comes down with a pox, Sister Joan gets the chance to impress her decrepit and deranged senior sister. But how will the infirmary fair in the infirmarian's absence?Check out 'And Then They F#*ked' on the That's Not Canon network: https://thatsnotcanon.com/andthentheyfkedFind us!Email: thepennypeepshow@gmail.com Twitter: @PennyPeepshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennyPeepshow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepennypeepshow/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sister Ignatia sits down with Sister Joan to discuss how to define music as inherently good or bad.http://ssfpa.orghttps://www.facebook.com/ssfpavocationshttps://twitter.com/SSFPAVocationshttps://www.instagram.com/ssfpavocationshttps://spokestreet.com/morning-jolt-w-sister-ignatia/what-is-bad-music/

Sister Ignatia sits down with Sister Joan to discuss how to define music as inherently good or bad. http://ssfpa.org https://www.facebook.com/ssfpavocations https://twitter.com/SSFPAVocations https://www.instagram.com/ssfpavocations Show Notes: https://www.kyleheimann.com/mj006 More episodes of "Morning Jolt" here: http://kyleheimann.com/category/mj Subscribe to the DAILY Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Android Podcast | Other Android Apps | SoundCloud | Stitcher | RSS | Spotify Subscribe to "Morning Jolt with Sr. Ignatia" Apple Podcasts | Google Podcast | Other Android Apps | Stitcher | RSS | Spotify follow us on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube @KyleHeimannShow Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube @KyleHeimann -This show is a production of Redeemer Radio -Custom music written by Shawn Williams for The Kyle Heimann Show -Licensed via The Sound Cabin Inc.

Sister Ignatia sits down with Sister Joan to talk about their musical interests.http://ssfpa.orghttps://www.facebook.com/ssfpavocationshttps://twitter.com/SSFPAVocationshttps://www.instagram.com/ssfpavocationshttps://spokestreet.com/episode/music

Sister Ignatia sits down with Sister Joan to talk about their musical interests. http://ssfpa.org https://www.facebook.com/ssfpavocations https://twitter.com/SSFPAVocations https://www.instagram.com/ssfpavocations Show Notes: https://www.kyleheimann.com/mj005 More episodes of "Morning Jolt" here: http://kyleheimann.com/category/mj Subscribe to the DAILY Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Android Podcast | Other Android Apps | SoundCloud | Stitcher | RSS | Spotify Subscribe to "Morning Jolt with Sr. Ignatia" Apple Podcasts | Google Podcast | Other Android Apps | Stitcher | RSS | Spotify follow us on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube @KyleHeimannShow Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube @KyleHeimann -This show is a production of Redeemer Radio -Custom music written by Shawn Williams for The Kyle Heimann Show -Licensed via The Sound Cabin Inc.

An illustrious patient arrives at the infirmary bringing baggage and damaged genitals. Sister Joan does her unpleasant best to impress. Sister Cecily finds herself in a love triangle, a guaranteed bummer when one is married to God.Check out 'History Does You' on the That's Not Canon network: https://thatsnotcanon.com/historydoesyouFind us!Email: thepennypeepshow@gmail.com Twitter: @PennyPeepshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennyPeepshow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepennypeepshow/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sister Joan Dawber founded LifeWay Network in 2007 to provide safe housing for survivors of human trafficking in the New York City area. LifeWay collaborates with many agencies to provide trafficking survivors with resources such as  legal support, health care, education, and job opportunities. Today, LifeWay operates homes where over 100 women from 34 countries have found safe shelter and the resources needed to reclaim their lives and independence. LifeWay also provides education about human trafficking to groups such as health care professionals, law enforcement, and social workers.   Sister Joan was born and raised in Manchester, England. She is a Sister of Charity Halifax, Nova Scotia. Subscribe to our newsletter    Check out lots more podcasts  Visit our website

A pox! A pox upon them! Plague, panic and - worst of all - reputational damage comes to the infirmary. Sister Joan must think quickly to keep the abbess in the dark. Oh, and Sister Dilys may be mortality ill.Check out 'Therapy for Monsters' on the That's Not Canon network: https://thatsnotcanon.com/therapyformonstersFind us!Email: thepennypeepshow@gmail.com Twitter: @PennyPeepshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennyPeepshow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepennypeepshow/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Sister Joan Tuberty as she takes us on a journey through her life, exploring the power of images, prayer, and the attraction to Saints Francis and Clare who give us vivid examples of following in the footprints of Jesus. Let us listen and learn together: “I have always experienced Francis and Clare as people of their day, of their time. [It] was attractive to me that it's such a living tradition, that those of us living today should be faithfully engaged in the time in which we're living...All of our life experiences prepare us to be living right now. And to give ourselves to it, bring all that we are into the living present, and be people of prayer who are engaged in the present world situation.”   References: --Tilden Edwards: Founder of Shalem Institute, author; see https://shalem.org/author/tilden-edwards/.  --What is an icon? To learn more: https://www.loyolapress.com/catholic-resources/family/catholic-teens/religious-art/icons-as-religious-art/; for more detailed history: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Icon. --Rublev’s Trinity icon: an invitation to prayer: https://cac.org/take-place-table-2016-09-13/; a historical narrative: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(Andrei_Rublev). --Behold the Beauty of the Lord: Praying With Icons, Ave Maria Press, 1987 is a book Sister Joan recommends. In it he presents four icons, including Rublev’s Trinity. --San Damiano Crucifix: a description from San Damiano Retreat: https://sandamiano.org/our-franciscan-identity/san-damiano-crucifix/. “The Franciscan Vision and the Gospel of John” by Michael D. Guinan, O.F.M. studies the San Damiano Cross: https://www.amazon.com/Franciscan-Heritage-Damiano-Crucifix-Creation/dp/1576592030. --“Icons: Gifts of Prayer – Soul Images Made Visible” booklet: referred to by Sister Joan; these booklets including art and reflections on five of her icons, will be available until supplies run out. Please submit a request, including your name and address by clicking on the email icon above, or by emailing fslfpodcast@fslf.org. --Visitation of Mary: In Christianity, the Visitation is the visit of Blessed Virgin Mary, who was pregnant with Jesus, to St. Elizabeth, who was pregnant with John the Baptist, as recorded in the Gospel of Luke 1:39–56. --Story of Saint Francis hearing the call to rebuild the church: to read the story, see Legend of the Three Companions 5:13: https://www.franciscantradition.org/francis-of-assisi-early-documents/the-founder/the-legend-of-the-three-companions/1167-fa-ed-2-page-76. --Story of Saint Francis seeking Saint Clare’s council whether to pray or to preach (action); to see the whole story, see The Deeds of Blessed Father Francis and His Companions XVI:1-13: https://www.franciscantradition.org/francis-of-assisi-early-documents/the-prophet/the-deeds-of-blessed-francis-and-his-companions-1328-1337/2369-fa-ed-3-page-468. --Clarissa Pinkola Estés: quote “We were made for these times” – see: https://www.grahameb.com/pinkola_estes.htm. --Centering Prayer is a contemporary form of contemplative prayer; see: http://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/. Consider also a smart phone app called “Centering Prayer,” offered by Contemplative Outreach. You will find many regional websites online listing area centering prayer groups. For those who live in Minnesota, see: https://www.minnesotacontemplativeoutreach.org/groups.html.

In this episode my younger sister Joan calls in to chat about identifying when our baggage can sneak into our relationships and how NOT to allow it to rock the boat. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heylittlesisterinc/support

Sister Joan Chittister is an American theologian, Benedictine nun, and the author of more than 50 books. For over 40 years, she has passionately advocated on behalf of peace, human rights, women's issues, and church renewal. This week's podcast shares with you an excerpt from Sister Joan's audio program, Catching Fire: Being Transformed, Becoming Transforming, a seven-hour conversation with Tami Simon intended to spark the fire of the divine within each one of us.

Today on the podcast we speak to the women who minister in today’s church. We, as women, lead some of the most critical aspects of church life….although we do not lead in some of the highest forms of responsibility and influence. This is not an episode that will debate whether this is right or wrong, but it is a challenge that women face in ministry, among other things.Enter…Sister Joan Chittister.Sister Joan Chittister is a Benedictine nun from the Benedictine Sisters of Erie, Pennsylvania. Sister Joan is an international lecturer on behalf of peace, human rights, women’s issues, justice, and contemporary culture.I find no better way to introduce Sister Joan than by our guest today, Jessie Bazan. Here are the words from the introduction of her book, “Dear Joan Chittister”:“Halfway through the inaugural Joan Chittister Institute for Contemporary Spirituality (JCICS), ten millennial Catholic women crammed onto a raised platform for a panel discussion on hopes, struggles, and the future of the church. We traveled from across the country—and even Australia—to learn from Joan Chittister and connect with other women asking similar life questions. The two weeks we spent with the Benedictine Sisters of Erie ignited our hearts—and the publication of this book.On the first day of the Institute, Joan mandated us to “speak our truths.” As we grappled with our truths and found the courage to speak them to ourselves and then to each other, we began to dream of offering them to you. This book, Dear Joan Chittister, is a collection of our truths.”(Chittister, Joan. Dear Joan Chittister: Conversations with Women in the Church. Twenty-Third Publications.)Today we talk to Jessie about “Dear Joan Chittister” and what we, as women in the church, can take as hope and inspiration from a lady like Joan.

Rabbi Neil Amswych of Temple Beth Shalom in Santa Fe, NM, interviews Sister Joan Brown, and Willamette University intern Clara Sims about earth-centered spirituality, how to have young voices heard, environmentalism and the American Dream, and more.

In this episode of Soul Sister Conversations, Dana Lloyd and Elaine Shannon speak with Sister Joan Chittister about her most recent book The Time Is Now: A Call To Uncommon Courage. She makes a passionate appeal to be an everyday prophet. She reminds us that staying quiet creates a false sense of peace when we are witness to atrocities that are happening around us. She calls us out for people who say they are too busy or don’t know how to be prophet. She reminds us it is our responsibility to educate ourselves on the topics that matter to us and then do something about it. Sister Joan also shares her thoughts on empowering women specifically addressing why women push back against other women. This episode will inspire you to do more. You will be changed by Sister Joan’s words, insight and courage. Perhaps the best advice she gives, “Don’t ask who the prophets are. Be one.”

Author, activist and Benedictine nun Sister Joan Chittister discusses her newest book, The Time Is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage. In a powerful conversation, Sister Joan defines what it means to be a prophet in today's modern world, and challenges us to combat complacency and apathy in our own lives. She outlines the key steps we can all take to lift America (and the world) out of its current state of polarization and political disarray. Rather than wait for others to solve the problems of inequality, injustice and poverty, Sister Joan explains why it is both our moral and spiritual responsibility to take action ourselves, making the world a better place for all. 

Sister Joan Chittister is a Benedictine Sister of Erie, Pennsylvania. She is the author of over 50 books and is the winner of 14 Catholic Press Association Awards. Sister Joan is an international speaker who inspires both her audience and readers with her passion for justice, equality, and peace – especially for women, in both society and the church. In this episode, Eric and Sister Joan discuss her book, Radical Spirit: 12 Ways to Live a Free and Authentic Life.Need help with completing your goals in 2019? The One You Feed Transformation Program can help you accomplish your goals this year.But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Sister Joan Chittister and I Discuss…Her book, Radical Spirit: 12 Ways to Live a Free and Authentic LifeHow words matterThat experiences matterHumility as the cornerstone of spiritualityThe sanctification of the humble spiritSelf-superiority in American cultureBe who you are, know who you are, respect others around you and take your place in the human raceHumility is having an accurate picture of who you areHer take on AAHow holiness is the same everywhereThat narcissism is a disease in our cultureBeing willing to face yourselfHow self-deprecation and self-aggrandizement are really the same thingsNot thinking about yourself all the timeThe burden of selfThat we’re looking for freedomObedience as she defines it – it doesn’t mean we submit our souls to an authority figure. It’s grounded in the Latin word which means “to listen”How each of us grows into the ability to listenEndurance and StabilityThat you can’t rush your own developmentWe become to be of service to othersHow nothing of value spiritually comes overnightThe role of community in one’s great breakdowns in lifeSister Joan Chittister Links:joanchittister.orgCapterra – find the right software for your business – read thousands of real software reviews. Capterra is the leading free online resource to find the tools to make an informed software decision for your business. Software selection simplified. Go to www.capterra.com/wolf for free todayFor Hers makes convenient, affordable access to birth control available for all women. You get access to licensed doctors online who can evaluate you and if appropriate, prescribe you birth control that can be delivered directly to your door. The One You Feed listeners get their first month of For Hers birth control for just $5 (see website for full details) www.forhers.com/wolfTalkSpace – the online therapy company that lets you message a licensed therapist from anywhere at any time. Therapy on demand. Non-judgemental, practical help when you need it at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy. Visit www.talkspace.com and enter Promo Code WOLF to get your first week free

A Real Treasure of Hawaii. We will show parts of the two shows we filmed with Sister Joan on Navigating the journey The host for this episode is Marsha Joyner.

Sister Joan preaches about Love without boundaries. Part 1 of a series.

Sister Joan preaches about Love without boundaries. Part 1 of a series.

On this episode of The McNick Minute, we discuss a gala that Rockets for Life attended; Lessons and Carols with the Liturgy Choir; National French Week; Mardi Gras nominations; Computer Science Education Week; and a very special Alumni Adventure interview with St. Joseph Academy grad, Class of 1950, Sister Joan. As always Patrick hits you with the Upcoming Events.

Sister Joan Chittister is a member of Benedictine Sisters of Erie, Pennsylvania; the bestselling author of more than 50 books and hundreds of articles; and one of the most influential contemporary leaders and activists for human rights, women's issues, and church renewal. In this episode of Insights at the Edge, Tami Simon speaks with Sister Joan about the endless interplay between doubt and faith. They discuss the ways in which God sees all of creation, and what this perspective then asks of us. Tami and Sister Joan talk about the necessity of embracing humility, as well as what it means to know the right questions to ask on one's spiritual journey. Finally, Sister Joan comments on the maturation of faith as one grows older and the "last great adventure" offered by death. (66 minutes) Loading the player...

Sister Joan Chittister has beautifully been a conduit for the message of faith, hope, and love for over 60 years. Following the heritage and order of Saint Benedict, Sister Joan has become one of today's leading spiritual voices, bringing her energy and fiery spirit to everything she does. It's through this voice that builds bridges across all religions that Sister Joan joins us at Let The Music Play Podcast as we discuss discovering the presence of the divine under our very feet and how we can honor and celebrate the humanity of everyone whose path we intersect.

From plays like the Sound of Music and movies like Sister Act, we have seen a wide array of interpretations of a nun's typical lifestyle. Sister Joan of Arc from the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia, will explain how their convent located in Nashville creates a monastic framework for a daily life that stimulates growth of the interior life and directs minds to the things of God. Her story will grant the Q audience insight on a schedule filled with prayer and work, silence and students, laughter and quiet acts of community kindness. 

Sr Joan Chittister overcame personal adversity and entrenched patriarchy to become one of today's most inspiring spiritual thinkers, one of the few nuns to ever give a TED talk. Tom Roberts has written her definitive biography.