Dear Friends,
I just had the opportunity to read the inspiring stories of Religious of the Sacred Heart responding to God’s call. For some, this call matched long-held desires; for some it seemed to come out of the blue. Some had to be patient while the “logistics” of the call were worked out; some had to move quickly. But all showed humility, courage, freedom and adaptability. For me, the stories encouraged me to see ways that, even in my late 60’s, the Spirit is at work in my life, constantly calling me to something new. I pray that I will be as open to our God of Surprises as the RSCJ’s have shown themselves to be!
–Mary Sullivan Tracy, Newton College of the Sacred Heart, 1972Poverty goes hand-in-hand with inequality. Not all demographic groups share equal representation among those whom we call the poor or the working poor. Certain groups are over-represented. Poverty, however, is more than a lack of or insufficient income. It carries with it lack of access to physical and mental healthcare, education, shelter, and overall safety. Poverty is neither a “state of...