Peace and Justice

Trying always to be like Christ, we stand beside and advocate for the disenfranchised members of the global community. We pray, support, write letters, and serve on boards within organizations that advocate for the poor. In these ways we work to promote peace and justice in the world.				"St. Benedict's concern for the poor inspires my work with CHUM (Churches United in Ministry), a Duluth organization that responds to the needs of the homeless and poor. My membership in Pax Christi Duluth (an outgrowth of the Monastery's peace and justice committee) provides an opportunity to address the issues of poverty, inequality, war, racism, sexism, and lack of concern for ecology." - Sister Maria Volk, pastoral ministry in Central Hillside, Duluth/ Chair of Pax Christi Duluth
Sister Mary Rae Higgins (back row, third from left) and Sister Maria Volk (front row, third from left) meet with other members of the very active local Pax Christi group who actively work for peace and justice in many social areas. Sister Lois Eckes (second from left) with other members of the Damiano Board of Directors
Sister Maria Volk points out restaurant food donations for CHUM.