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?
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Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week Five
WEEK FIVE—WEDNESDAY, 30TH MARCH IDENTITY, DIFFERENCE AND BELONGING: NEGOTIATING CULTURAL AND RELIGOUS BOUNDARIES All video lectures for this course will be available free of charge here, with
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Week One
WEEK ONE - WEDNESDAY, 2ND MARCH NARRATIVE IDENTITIES - WOMEN AS STORY TELLERS
Towards the Synod in Dialogue – Weekly Lectures and Resources
INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE Each week, you will find a link here to
Synod 2021-2023: Listening to Women (Lent course)
Find out more about the course here. Go to Week One Narrative
LETTER OF SUPPORT TO SISTER X
Members of Catholic Women Speak have been deeply troubled by the case of
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
In Praise of Not Knowing
Article from CWS member Jennifer Reek, originally published on The Sacred Heart University website. 6th February 2020. In his December column ‘Apologies, Apologies, More Apologies,’ my fellow blog contributor Myroslaw Tataryn challenges clerical certainty.
This Is Not Fine
Article from CWS member Jennifer Reek, originally published on the Sacred Hearts University website.
Women’s Leadership in the Church: Increasing but Incomplete
CWS member Katie Lacz responds to a recent piece by Pia de Solenni in
With Gratitude to my Spam Filter
Blog post from CWS member Mary Pezzulo, originally published on Patheos.com 14th June 2019
Stepping into Our Vocations: Luke 4: 16-30
Blog post from CWS member Jennifer Owens - Jofre 23rd May 2019 I come
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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