Virtual Programming
Like many organizations, the COVID-19 pandemic compelled us to turn to virtual programming. Since 2020, Call To Action has hosted engaging, dynamic speakers on the issues of anti-Black racism, Indigenous organizing, LGBTQIA+ rights, immigration reform, reproductive justice, and more. Scroll down to view recordings and clips of our recent offerings.
Catholic culture wars with Michael Sean Winters
Journalist Michael Sean Winters discusses the "Catholic culture wars" and how they have distorted the intellectual and moral tradition of the Church.
A virtual gathering at Annunciation House
At this event, a member of the Call To Action Immigration Working Group shares the story of her week-long visit to El Paso and her experience volunteering at Casa de Refugio. This is followed by an extensive interview with the Director of Annunciation House, Ruben Garcia.
Conversation on intentional communities and church reform
Staff members Abby Rampone and Claire Hitchins lead a conversation about their experiences in intentional communities — and the role of such communities in our movement.
Destigmatizing abortion: Bringing reproductive justice into the conversation
As access to safe and affordable abortion continues to deteriorate, and Roe v. Wade once again hangs in the balance, it's time for Catholics to reframe the conversation around reproductive justice.
Inclusive alternative faith communities: Finding meaning, spiritual renewal, hope
Call To Action's Alternatives Working Group presents a 75-minute webinar about early church worship communities, what alternative communities are, and why they are necessary today.
2021 virtual convergence
At Call To Action's 2021 convergence, members learned about our programming for the next six months.
Liturgy of Lament
Call To Action’s Alternatives Working Group gathered on December 6, 2020, for this Liturgy of Lament, a liturgy for Catholics who have been disenfranchised from their parish communities because of an abuse of power.
Karen Gargamelli-McCreight: A Call for Community
This is the third session of Answering the Call: An Advent Retreat for 2020, a virtual retreat organized by members of Call To Action’s Re/Generation 2020 cohort. Karen Gargamelli-McCreight speaks on A Call for Community.
Jamie Manson: A Call for Self-Care and Spiritual Practice
This is the second session of Answering the Call: An Advent Retreat for 2020, a virtual retreat organized by members of Call To Action’s Re/Generation 2020 cohort. Jamie Manson speaks on A Call for Self-Care and Spiritual Practice.
Rev. Dr. Pamela Lightsey: A Call for Justice
This is the first session of Answering the Call: An Advent Retreat for 2020, a virtual retreat organized by members of Call To Action’s Re/Generation 2020 cohort. Rev. Dr. Pamela Lightsey speaks on A Call for Justice.
Virtual Convergence 2020: Catholic Church Reform and Movement Ecology
Call To Action introduces the four strategies for our 2020 National Campaign— education, lobbying, direct action, and alternatives — and explains how they fit together. This online training (Saturday, June 6, 2020) introduced participants to a strategic vision for Catholic reform, grounded in movement ecology
Gender, Justice, Priesthood: A Discipleship of Equals
Video of Call To Action Chicago’s June 13, 2020 panel, part of a forthcoming campaign for ordination justice.
Webinar 3/3: local and national movements
Hear from Ruby Fuentes, John Gehring, and Quincy Howard, OP about their work for social, economic, and immigration justice. And hear strategies for how you can connect with local and national movements for justice.
2018 National Conference: 20/30’s Panel
In this inagural year of the 20/30 Project (now called Re/Generation), Call to Action brought together 11 young visionaries and change-makers from across the country to discuss their experience in this groundbreaking program.
Webinar 2/3: focusing our time and energy
Join Call to Action Re/Generation alum John Noble as he discusses the role of discernment in political action with Marianne Duddy-Burke (DignityUSA) and Catalina Adorno (Movimiento Cosecha).