Published Oct 4, 2007

[Unedited] Sister Joan Chittister With Krista Tippett

Sister Joan Chittister delves into the intersection of spirituality and action, advocating for gender inclusivity and transformation within religious life through feminist theology, all guided by Benedictine principles.

Episode Highlights

Topics covered

Episode Highlights

Related Episodes

Sister Joan Chittister — Obedience and Action
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Simone Campbell with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Joan Halifax with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Karen Armstrong with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] James Martin with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Barbara Brown Taylor with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Jean Vanier with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Richard Rohr with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Shane Claiborne with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Fr. Donald Senior With Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Joanna Brooks with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Brother David Steindl-Rast with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Robert Coles With Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Serene Jones with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions
[Unedited] Nicholas Kristof with Krista Tippett
Answers 383 questions

Dexa/Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Sister Joan Chittister With Krista Tippett

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Shifting Perspectives

Spirituality and Literature

Women's Role in Church

Mixed Religious Upbringing

Contemplation and Action

Rediscovering the Self

Feminism and Faith

Voices of Humanity

Sacred Tensions

A Life of Meaning

Moral Values Revisited

Early Choices

Spiritual Awareness

Embracing Religious Diversity

Episode Highlights

Spiritual Growth

Lifestyle and Vows

Women's Role in Church

Related Episodes

Sister Joan Chittister — Obedience and Action

[Unedited] Simone Campbell with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Joan Halifax with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Karen Armstrong with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] James Martin with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Barbara Brown Taylor with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Jean Vanier with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Richard Rohr with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Shane Claiborne with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Fr. Donald Senior With Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Joanna Brooks with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Brother David Steindl-Rast with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Robert Coles With Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Serene Jones with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Nicholas Kristof with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Sister Joan Chittister With Krista Tippett

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Spiritual GrowthSister Joan Chittister discusses the harmonious relationship between contemplation and action in her life as a Benedictine nun. She also shares her inclusive approach to spirituality, shaped by her diverse religious experiences and the guiding principles of the Rule of Benedict.

Spiritual Growth

Lifestyle and VowsSister Joan Chittister explores the transformation of obedience from a rigid conformity to a grace-responsive approach within religious life. She highlights the significance of Benedictine values in guiding personal and communal growth.

Lifestyle and Vows

Women's Role in ChurchSister Joan Chittister passionately advocates for the ordination of women in the Catholic Church, challenging outdated theological views. Her feminist theology emphasizes the importance of gender inclusivity and diverse perspectives in religious and global contexts.

Women's Role in Church

Related Episodes