Heart of Flesh: A Feminist Spirituality for Women and Men by Joan Chittister, OSB CTA Regional Contacts Upcoming Dates and Events around the Country Join CTA!

Dear friends, "Sr. Joan Chittister's keynote address was the peak experience of the conference," reported the CTA Buffalo regional newsletter after over 50 local members heard Chittister in Detroit. Some 3,500 others agreed. Chittister's profound talk is reprinted here for your thoughtful study. She unmasks the patriarchal culture that has shaped us, then offers a new vision of humanity that embraces the full personhood of women. As Richard Rohr says, "Joan Chittister has moved feminism beyond mere power struggles to its rightful place as 'Gospel 101.'" Bishop Tom Gumbleton says, "Chittister's dynamic style of writing makes you stop to catch your breath every so often. But when you do, you are taking in the 'breath-spirit' of God." This talk last November also builds a perfect bridge to the Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 1998 CTA National Conference in Milwaukee. The theme of that convention will be "Created in the Image of God: Women and Men Seeking Equality." Don't miss it. Bill Thomspon, Editor P.S. Order Chittister's new book on this topic, "Heart of Flesh," from Wm. B. Eerdmans, 1-800-253-7521. (paper, 250 pp., $20)