As the oldest surviving species of tree known to exist, the Ginkgo tree has become a symbol of strength, hope and peace. Shem Center supports other organizations whose work, like the Ginkgo tree, symbolizes and embodies strength, hope and peace in our world.
Global Sisters Report
Global Sisters Report is an independent, non-profit source of news and information about Catholic sisters and the critical issues facing the people they serve. Our network of journalists report about their lives and works, and sisters write commentary from their perspective.
A project of National Catholic Reporter Publishing Company, Global Sisters Report is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and is funded by grants from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and the Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Foundation. The GSR in the Classroom project is funded by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and the GHR Foundation.
Read more about Global Sisters Report HERE.
A Place To Call Home
This e-book showcases some of the stories and sister-written columns from the “A Place to Call Home series” — a series focused on Catholic sisters who minister to those who are homeless or lack adequate shelter.
Read or download the book HERE.
Interested in writing for Global Sisters Report? Email info@globalsistersreport.org
Main toll-free phone number: 800-444-8910
Main local phone number: 816-531-0538
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