We are Catholic Women Speak
We are Catholic Women Speak
Thank you to all who submitted responses to our international survey of Catholic women. The survey was available in eight languages (Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, English, German, Polish, French and Mandarin) and we had more than 19,500 responses from 104 countries. The survey is now closed and the data is being analysed for submission to the Vatican and as a resource for further research, information and awareness-raising. All findings and submissions will be made public as and when they are available.
Please visit this page to learn more about how you can become involved in our preparations for the 2023 Synod.
Why not watch this short video to share our journey so far?
NEWS
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week Six
WEEK SIX—WEDNESDAY, 6TH APRIL WOMEN'S VOCATIONS: OBSTACLES AND OPPORTUNITIES All video lectures for this course will be available free of charge here, with a new lecture uploaded
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week Five
WEEK FIVE—WEDNESDAY, 30TH MARCH IDENTITY, DIFFERENCE AND BELONGING: NEGOTIATING CULTURAL AND RELIGOUS BOUNDARIES
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week Four
WEEK FOUR—WEDNESDAY, 23rd MARCH MATERNAL STORIES All video lectures
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week Three
WEEK THREE—WEDNESDAY, 16th MARCH LOVE, SEXUALITY AND CELIBACY All
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week Two
WEEK TWO—WEDNESDAY, 2ND MARCH NARRATIVE IDENTITIES—WOMEN AS STORY TELLERS
Towards a deeper, richer understanding of the Catholic tradition
We are creating a space for open dialogue, theological exploration and collaboration among Catholic women in the worldwide Church.
We seek to bring the voices of Roman Catholic women into dialogue with others in the Catholic Church, with those in other churches and religious traditions, and with wider society, in order to participate in a deeper, richer understanding of the Catholic tradition and its relevance for our times
We do not speak with one voice
We believe in the creativity of struggle and acceptance that comes from learning to respect our differences. We regard these as vital aspects of the process of discovery and transformation that brings us together in our faith.
We speak as women, not as “Woman”
We resist any attempt to develop a theology of “Woman”.
LATEST ARTICLES
Published articles written by our members
“I Can’t Breathe Because God Can’t Breathe” by Sr Anne Arabome
This insightful and challenging article by CWS member Sr Anne Arabome was published in NCR on June 20, 2020: To breathe or to take a breath is the clearest sign of life. In my
In Praise of Not Knowing
Article from CWS member Jennifer Reek, originally published on The Sacred Heart University website.
Third Workshop for Women in the East Midlands (UK)
What is our calling? What are our Gifts? We ran our third workshop for women,
Women walking together, away from the church
Article from Phyllis Zagano, originally published in the National Catholic Reporter. Phyllis is also
“NO!” – Political Christianity and the Social Responsibilities of Theologians
In July 2019 the Diocese of Dubrovnik in Croatia organised a Theology Summer School
Get involved with Catholic Women Speak today
Join a vibrant network of Catholic women who all support each other on their personal and spiritual journeys.
Join our online community
We welcome Catholic women to join our Facebook group to dialogue with us, and to support other Catholic women around the world working for a more inclusive Church.Take part in our closed Facebook group
This private Facebook group is open to bona fide members who self-identify as Catholic women. It offers a secure and confidential forum for dialogue, awareness raising and theological engagement around issues of concern to women in the Church and society. If you wish to join in the conversation please contact us
Join a local group
Catholic Women Speak is a worldwide movement. Find out if there is a group in your area that you can join and support.How to join a group
Even though we take full advantage of online communication, we know that this does not replace the value of meeting face to face in groups to support each other. Find out if there is a group near you for you to join.
Join our conversation
Whatever your gender, you are welcome to join our conversation here.Join our forum
The purpose of the website is to create an informed and honest space for dialogue around issues relevant to the lives of Catholic women in the Church and society. Comments and contributions which are respectful, courteous and intelligent are welcome here.
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