The untidy mix of old and new
The other day, I went for a walk along a road in Indiana between cornfields and luxurious homes,…
Paul Engler: The Mess Calls for Community
Season 4, Episode 7 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, hosted by Sister Julia Walsh. “We have to acknowledge…
Life in the Spirit: Starting a new community and trying to prevent burn out
I’ve been thinking a lot about my devotion to the Holy Spirit. As a vowed Franciscan Sister, I…
Sister Nicole Trahan: The Mess as a Grace
In this episode of Messy Jesus Business, Sister Julia Walsh talks with Sister Nicole Trahan about inclusivity and equity in the Church, privilege and the importance of imagining new ways to share power.
Sister Chioma Ahanihu: Lending Your Voice
Sister Chioma Ahanihu shares how the Black Lives Matter movement after George Floyd's death helped her find her voice in the midst of the mess, when she was part of a protest for the first time.
Lay down the weapon of good intention
A few years ago, my partner and I were invited to speak with a small group of white…
Jason Odhner and Laura Ankeny: Nursing as a Work of Mercy and Justice
Jason Odhner and Laura Ankeny: Nursing as a Work of Mercy and Justice Season 1. Episode 8 of…
Freedom songs
Selma has been on my mind lately. With the passing of John Lewis, my social media feed has…
10 summer reads from our archives for the heat and these hard times
Here are 10 summer reads from the Messy Jesus Business archives that could fuel your fires, ignite your actions, inform your choices. These words could companion you in the summer heat and during these hard times.
Sister Alison McCrary: Challenge the Status Quo with Love
"If we're really doing the Gospel work, our work is not to be loved by everyone. If we're really challenging the status quo in the way that Jesus did we're not going to make everyone happy. It is uncomfortable. It also means taking risks, it also means putting your body on the line." -Sister Alison McCrary SFCC
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