Power to the People: From Clericalism to Collaboration

Power to the People: From Clericalism to Collaboration

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How do we rid ourselves once and for all of every form and manifestation of clericalism? Is it possible and what would it look like?  Join us from the comfort of your own home for FutureChurch's continuing teleconference series "Power to the People: From Clericalism to Collaboration." Our guest experts will help us understand key topics and offer ways that we, the People of God, can organize and advocate for a healthier, holier Church.  If you haven't already signed up to join one or more of these FREE calls, follow the links above or below to register.

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February 20, 2019 @ 8PM ET It Wasn't Always this Way: Perspectives from the Early Church with Francine Cardman, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Historical Theology and Church History at the School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College, Francine Cardman, Ph.D., will trace the historical development of clericalism and share insights and possibilities from the early Church and its leadership structures. REGISTER

March 20, 2019 @ 8PM ET The Role of Canon Law with Tom Doyle, OP Dominican priest, canon lawyer, and long-time advocate for survivors of clergy abuse, Tom Doyle, OP, will examine the role of canon law in upholding a culture of clericalism and perpetuting the cycle of abuse and coverup.  REGISTER

April 17, 2019 @ 8PM ET Lay Leadership in Church Financial Transparency with Kerry Alys Robinson Founding executive director and global ambassador for the Leadership Roundtable, Kerry Alys Robinson, will put forth a vision of Church finance and resource management that faithfully reflects a synodal vision of Church and suggest ways the laity can take up an increased role in this area of Church life and leadership.  REGISTER

May 22, 2018 @ 8PM ET Holding Bishops Accountable with Katie Grimes, Ph.D. Assistant professor of theological ethics at Villanova University, Katie Grimes, Ph.D., will discuss how to create a culture of accountability in the Church.  REGISTER

June 19, 2018 @ 8PM ET The Euphamization of Power with Michele Dillon, Ph.D. Professor of sociology at the University of New Hampshire and expert in autonomy and authority in the Catholic Church, Michele Dillon, Ph.D., will shed light on the hiearchy's ability to maintain authority by euphamizing and mystifying its pwer so as not to reveal the arbitrariness of it.  REGISTER

PODCASTS FROM THIS SERIES

January 23, 2019 @ 8PM ET The Lay of the Land with Tom Reese, SJ Author and journalist Thomas Reese, SJ provides an overview of the clergy sex abuse crisis, assessing the effectiveness of steps that have already been taken, reflecting on the latest developments, and outlining the challenges and opportunities ahead as we seek to move from a culture of clericalism to a culture of synodality in the Church. Fr. Reese also takes listener questions about the crisis and how lay people hold Church officials -- at every level -- accountable. 1 hr 15 minutes LISTEN / DOWNLOAD

TAKE ACTION

Band Together With Other Catholics in solidarity with victim-survivors by wearing a blue arm band to Mass on February 23rd. More information. Tell bishops "Time's Up" and download resources for organizing prayerful vigils in your community and/or writing a letter to Catholic leaders demanding transparency, accountability, and reform. Downloads. Support FutureChurch as we work for a healthier, holier Church. Make a contribution.

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