Perspectives

Articles, essays, and reflections from progressive Catholic voices.

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Creating queer-affirming campus ministries

In all honesty, I felt safer and more cared for as a trans person in the campus ministry office than I did in our university’s LGBTQ+ union meetings. And it all started with someone taking a step to make sure I was welcomed, personally and fully.

Call To Action 12/9/21 Call To Action 12/9/21

Advent 2021: Regenerating and Renewing

Spurred on by the example of my Re/Generation Cohorts, I am more prepared to become “the voice crying out in the wilderness.” I am more ready to light the candles of expectation and joy, and these light a path for justice and hope for all who have been hurt or marginalized.

Call To Action 12/6/21 Call To Action 12/6/21

Advent regeneration

As we approach this new year and the birth of Christ, I use this time to think about the regeneration of the Church and the new life young adults might bring.

Call To Action 11/16/21 Call To Action 11/16/21

Re/Generator publishes memoir and fundraiser

Join Joseph Ramelo as he conducts an inquiry into the state of graduate theological education today — even as his personal life falters dramatically.

Call To Action 11/9/21 Call To Action 11/9/21

America: I’m a 25-year-old Catholic who ran for public office. But don’t call me a politician.

On election night, I marked the conclusion of my months-long campaign for local office in the community where I grew up.

Call To Action 10/6/21 Call To Action 10/6/21

Young adults and intentional community

Today’s young adults are doing what every generation has done in its own way: finding countercultural meaning in communal life.

Call To Action 2/3/21 Call To Action 2/3/21

On a Mission Episode 21: Radical Catholicism with Abby Rampone

Molleen Dupree-Dominguez interviews Abby Rampone for On a Mission podcast. They discuss Abby’s work with CTA, Women’s Ordination Conference, the Catholic Worker, and more.

Call To Action 12/30/20 Call To Action 12/30/20

GTU Student Stories of Action and Resilience: Voices of Hope Walking Together

2020 Re/Generator Mark Guevarra shares his experience with Call To Action in a video for the Graduate Theological Union (GTU) in Berkeley, CA, where he is a PhD student.