Perspectives
Articles, essays, and reflections from progressive Catholic voices.
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Creating queer-affirming campus ministries
In all honesty, I felt safer and more cared for as a trans person in the campus ministry office than I did in our university’s LGBTQ+ union meetings. And it all started with someone taking a step to make sure I was welcomed, personally and fully.
Advent 2021: Regenerating and Renewing
Spurred on by the example of my Re/Generation Cohorts, I am more prepared to become “the voice crying out in the wilderness.” I am more ready to light the candles of expectation and joy, and these light a path for justice and hope for all who have been hurt or marginalized.
Advent regeneration
As we approach this new year and the birth of Christ, I use this time to think about the regeneration of the Church and the new life young adults might bring.
Re/Generator publishes memoir and fundraiser
Join Joseph Ramelo as he conducts an inquiry into the state of graduate theological education today — even as his personal life falters dramatically.
America: I’m a 25-year-old Catholic who ran for public office. But don’t call me a politician.
On election night, I marked the conclusion of my months-long campaign for local office in the community where I grew up.
Young adults and intentional community
Today’s young adults are doing what every generation has done in its own way: finding countercultural meaning in communal life.
On a Mission Episode 21: Radical Catholicism with Abby Rampone
Molleen Dupree-Dominguez interviews Abby Rampone for On a Mission podcast. They discuss Abby’s work with CTA, Women’s Ordination Conference, the Catholic Worker, and more.
GTU Student Stories of Action and Resilience: Voices of Hope Walking Together
2020 Re/Generator Mark Guevarra shares his experience with Call To Action in a video for the Graduate Theological Union (GTU) in Berkeley, CA, where he is a PhD student.
Catholics are still waiting: Reflecting on CTA's Advent action
On the first Sunday of Advent, CTA members across the country came together to witness for ordination justice.
Second Friday of Advent
God delights in every hella queer teenager! God dances to the rhythm of our pride.