
The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) and the Felician Sisters of North America (FSNA) invite all to participate in a transformative online contemplative experience, “Who Then Shall We Be? A Contemplative Prayer for the World,” on Friday, August 16 from 2 – 3 p.m. ET. This event aims to unite participants in reflection and solidarity addressing global challenges through prayer and contemplation.
The prayer experience, part of the LCWR assembly in Orlando, FL, gathers approximately 700 participants to reflect on our response to the world’s fragility in light of the Gospel message. Through arts, readings and reflective questions, attendees will engage in a process of lamentation focusing on global issues such as climate change, racism, migration and polarization.
The event will be livestreamed, welcoming participation from anyone interested in joining this collective prayer and reflection.
How to Participate
Individuals and groups are welcome to participate. If possible, participants are encouraged to experience this reflection process in groups for a more powerful impact. Consider gathering in large meeting spaces or organizing small group discussions following the contemplative session. Extend invitations to parishes, organizations and others interested in joining this global prayer effort. The important thing is to participate!
FSNA Transforming Grace Statement
As Felician Sisters of North America, we are committed to building a more just and compassionate world while responding to the signs of the times. We believe that it is our responsibility to be well informed about the important political, social, and economic developments taking place. We believe that our efforts to learn about the issues, our advocacy for those who are marginalized, our work for the common good, and our small acts of generosity and love will contribute to an informed citizenry. We believe in contemplative, respectful dialogue as a means of expressing differences. We recognize that the future of our national and global communities is dependent upon being able to live in peace and to appreciate diversity. We desire to respond to today’s signs as bearers of the Gospel message. We are united with LCWR and we will participate in the LCWR, Who Then Shall We Be? A Contemplative Prayer for the World. This contemplative, prayerful event will take place on Friday, August 16 from 2 to 3 p.m., ET during their annual assembly.
About LCWR
Founded in 1956, the Leadership Conference of Women Religious is an association of leaders of congregations of Catholic women religious in the United States. With approximately 1,300 members representing 66% of nearly 35,000 women religious, LCWR facilitates collaborative leadership to further the mission of the Gospel in today’s world. For more information and updates on “Who Then Shall We Be? A Contemplative Prayer for the World,” visit www.lcwr.org/2024-lcwr-assembly-information