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A Just Future for All Webinar: Resisting a democracy recession

Fr. Xavier Jeyaraj, SJ, will talk about the alarming transformation of democracy in the world with the election of authoritarian regimes into office. His presentation will focus on India, the world’s largest democracy, with parallels drawn with changes taking place in Latin America, Asia, Africa and North America. Fr. Xavier will also speak of how justice, equality, human rights, and “development for all” are being redefined by authoritarian governments all over the world.

NAVFD webinar: “Recent Vocations to Religious Life in Canada”

You are all warmly invited to tune in to a webinar on zoom led by NAVFD President Sr. Mary Rowell, CSJ, and newer member Sr. Kristine Fernandes, CSJ, for a dialogue on the research project, “Recent Vocations to Religious Life in Canada”.

Governance of religious congregations: Realities, impasses and ways forward

In recent years, the demographics of religious congregations have evolved rapidly. The accelerating decrease in number of members has led to significant capacity gaps. Several congregations are struggling to find people who are willing to take on leadership roles and ensure renewal within this function. This Leaders' circle will invite participants to reflect on existing or emerging models of governance which could provide sustainable leadership and governance, but also on criteria and issues that should be considered.