Faith, Feminism, and Being Unfinished: The Question of Women’s Ordination

April 17, 2023 | In a sequel to the first "Faith, Feminism, and Being Unfinished" event in 2018, the Georgetown University community gathered on DC Emancipation Day to explore the writings of moral theologian Anne E. Patrick, SNJM (1941-2016). A panel of theologians and thought-leaders discussed her 1975 essay “A Conservative Case for the Ordination of Women.” The conversation was in part a response to the October 2022 release of the Vatican synod document “Enlarge the Space of Your Tent,” which reflects a global call for inclusivity, including expanded roles for women in the church.

The panel was moderated by theologian and Women’s Center Associate Director Annie Selak, Ph.D. Sister Celeste Mokrzycki, SSJ, chaplain for the School of Health and the School of Nursing, will paint the movement of the Spirit among participants live during the event. Reception to follow.

[MaryOmalley-hgpc]

There has never been any set of tools for females to cope with the ordination and the sex abuse and the corruption and history of patriarchy and there is something because it draws me but not in but on the margins hoping for a movement out change. As it is no not now and not for along time because the brokenness strips away creativity and joy. 1:00:18