Perspectives

Articles, essays, and reflections from progressive Catholic voices.

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When I walk into the clinic, I see God.
Call To Action Call To Action

When I walk into the clinic, I see God.

In this Advent reflection, Call To Action Vision Council member Emily Harrison connects her experience as an abortion doula to the journey of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus and illustrates how her fellow abortion doulas create community and room for spiritual comfort.

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Promises in the Dark
L.F. Ranner L.F. Ranner

Promises in the Dark

For the Fourth Sunday of Advent, L.F. Ranner reflects on the stillness of winter and the power found in this darkness as we wait for Christ to emerge. This reflection is a collaboration with DignityUSA’s Breath of the Spirit series.

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From Acorn to Oak
young adults Cait Gardiner young adults Cait Gardiner

From Acorn to Oak

For the Third Sunday of Advent, Cait Gardiner reflects on their journey of coming out as a non-binary Catholic and how fellow non-binary and Queer Catholics provided them with the strength and righteousness of the “oak.” This reflection is a collaboration with DignityUSA’s Breath of the Spirit series.

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