From Leo XIII to Leo XIV: Living Christian Love, Justice, & Mutuality in a Politically Divided World of AI, Climate Change, & Terror (Via Zoom)
Thursdays, January 15 – February 26 | 6:30-8:00pm
$25 | Via Zoom
7-session series
Instructor: Sister Dawn Nothwehr
To register for the in-person series, click here. Click here for Virtual Information.
Together, we will explore key biblical texts, Catholic Social Teaching, and Pope Leo XIV’s September 2025 World Day of Prayer for Creation Address through art, music, drama, presentations, and discussions. We will define social justice by examining Scripture, Church documents, social science perspectives, and insights from parish workers and community organizers, all rooted in the principle of reverence for the human person and their environment. Participants will be introduced to major social teachings that inspire committed Christians and others striving for justice, peace, and ecological reconciliation in today’s challenging world.
Explore how faith meets the challenges of today’s world.
In this 7-session series, we’ll look at how generations of Christians have lived out their faith in times of change and conflict — and what their wisdom can teach us now. Through scripture, reflection, and conversation, we’ll uncover ways to bring Christ’s healing presence into our communities and daily lives.
Topics include:
Faith in Action: What Jesus teaches us about poverty and justice
Images of God: Insights from the Old and New Testaments
Living Our Beliefs: How early Christians shaped community and compassion
Catholic Social Teaching: From its origins to Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’
Making It Personal: Exploring today’s social issues through a faith-based lens
Come discover how ancient wisdom still speaks powerfully to our modern world — and how each of us can be a source of hope, peace, and renewal.
Email Sister Dawn Nothwehr with questions about program content at dawnosf@gmail.com.
Please make sure to download the Zoom app in advance of this program. We will send the Zoom link a few days before the first date of class.
Registration for all classes closes two (2) days prior to the scheduled event to allow adequate preparation time. We encourage you to register early to secure your spot.