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The Time Is Now
- A Call to Uncommon Courage
- Narrated by: Joan Chittister
- Length: 3 hrs and 57 mins
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Publisher's Summary
A beloved nun and social activist offers a soul-stirring guide for all who feel disillusioned and dissatisfied with the power-hungry institutions and systems of this world.
“A cri de coeur against the status quo and for a bold spirituality to fight injustice.” (The New York Times)
In The Time Is Now, Sister Joan Chittister - a rabble-rousing force of nature for social justice and fervent proponent of personal faith and spiritual fulfillment - draws on the wisdom of prophets, both ancient and modern, to help us confront the societal forces that oppress and silence the sacred voices among us.
Pairing scriptural insights with narratives of the truth-tellers that came before us, Sister Joan offers a compelling vision for listeners to combat complacency and to propel ourselves toward creating a world of justice, freedom, peace, and empowerment. For the weary, the cranky, and the fearful, this energizing message invites us to participate in a vision for a world greater than the one we find ourselves in today. This is spirituality in action; this is practical and powerful activism for our times.
Praise for The Time Is Now
“For decades Chittister has been a prolific author and advocate for women and social justice inside and outside the realm of the Catholic Church. Here she shares her perspective on the current state of equity, social justice, and the environment and calls on all Christians to explore the traits of prophets, many of which they can find within themselves . . . offering motivation as well as ways to accomplish change.” (Booklist)
“A series of short essays to encourage and refresh the spirit of activists . . . applicable to both progressive and conservative Christians. Will appeal to spiritual readers seeking an encouraging book for social justice advocacy.” (Library Journal, starred review)
What the critics say
"Chittister’s voice has a clarity and a vigor that encourages us, in spite of everything, to look ahead with optimism and a sense of endless possibility.” (Catholic Outlook)
"Joan Chittister is that rare combination of a gifted spiritual writer and a great prophetic voice in our church, speaking out for women, for minorities, and for all marginalized people. When I think of someone who speaks truth to power, I think of Joan." (James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage)
"Chittister has earned her place as one of the illuminators of our age." (Chicago Tribune)
What listeners say about The Time Is Now
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- Avery
- 2019-08-23
Amazing Call to Action!!
I love that Sister Joan encourages each of us to see the injustice in our own world and to take action in righting it. ❤️
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- D. E.
- 2019-11-03
Challenging
I loved listening to Sister Joan as a narrator for her book! I think it will be a challenge for me to be a voice for what I think should be changed in this world, but I am not alone!
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