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Risking the Questions

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Scarred By Struggle, Transformed By Hope

Risking the Questions invites you into conversations most of us have only in our minds. Sr. Joan Chittister — whose courageous spiritual insights come from 70 years as a Benedictine sister — and her friend and biographer, former National Catholic Reporter editor Tom Roberts, discuss deep and universal topics. Listen as they explore questions like the nature of God, our purpose in life, how to resp... more

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Elizabeth Johnson and Sr. Joan Chittister explain their ideas about God and the understanding that how a believer sees others and the whole of creation depends on how that person imagines God. Johnson explains that the Western Christian world for too... more

Sr. Joan and Johnson discuss creation’s relationship to the Creator. Johnson sees Jesus as exemplifying that relationship. She draws on a scene in Mark’s gospel where Jesus is placed “with the wild animals.” The setting, she said, “embodied the Jewis... more

Elizabeth Johnson discusses the title and the basis for the accompanying meditations. She then details why Christianity has to rediscover God’s relationship with the earth, highlighting God’s care for all creatures. Throughout the episode, she speaks... more

Being a woman in the Catholic Church, a nun who insists on asking difficult questions and holding those in power to account for what they say and do can make for a sometimes lonely and difficult life.

So, she has been asked more than a few times, “... more

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Sister St. Joseph Elizabeth Johnson
Episode: Episode 13 - Our View of Creation
Elizabeth Johnson
Theologian, member of the Sisters of St. Joseph, and distinguished professor emerita of Fordham University
Fordham University
Episode: Episode 11 - Why Christianity Has to Rediscover God’s Relationship With the Earth

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Joan Chittister
Benedictine sister, prolific author, and internationally acclaimed speaker focused on justice and dignity, especially for women. She has over 70 years of experience in religious life and social advocacy.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • A Catholic Treasure

    Joan has a simple message that reflects what we are all about. Thanks Joan for continuing to inspire and build our church.

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    5
    Fdhjfuvft
    Australia10 months ago
  • Thank you

    Really enjoyed the first episode and am looking forward to the others! Love the realness! 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mags Ont
    Canadaa year ago

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Episode 10 - Why She Stays
Q: Why do you stay in the church despite rejecting aspects of it?
I stay because I recognize that leaving may mean abandoning part of my own development.
Episode 1 - Called to Question
Q: What prompted you to write this book called Called to Question?
Joan felt inherently prompted to ask questions regarding spirituality that were often not permissible in her earlier years.
Episode 9 - Engaging the World and Traditions Beyond the Monastery
Q: Could you explain that genie reference?
Joan tells a story about a genie that can only work when given specific instructions, comparing it to the need for individuals to define their own time and limit disruptions in their lives.
Episode 9 - Engaging the World and Traditions Beyond the Monastery
Q: Can you talk a little bit about those efforts?
Joan discusses their initiatives to address local needs, such as opening soup kitchens and educational programs, and emphasizes the importance of not overstretching their capabilities.
Episode 9 - Engaging the World and Traditions Beyond the Monastery
Q: So can you address that through the text and the example you give in the book, the solitary guy with the peace flag on the side of the road?
Joan shares a personal experience of a man sitting on the side of the road with a peace sign, emphasizing how his consistent presence over weeks inspired her to think about peace and community engagement.

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Conversations are held around complex themes associated with spirituality, personal growth, and social justice, deeply influenced by the perspectives of Sr. Joan Chittister, a seasoned Benedictine sister. Topics frequently explored include the evolving nature of faith, the role of women in religious contexts, and the challenges faced by individuals within institutional frameworks. Each episode tends to weave personal narratives with broader societal issues, creating an inviting space for listeners to engage with profound questions about existence, suffering, and transformation. The unique combination of personal anecdote and widespread spiritual deliberation likely resonates with those seeking insight into the intersection of faith and cont... more

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