
Migration for Mission
International Catholic Sisters in the United States
Oxford University Press Inc
Published on 25. April 2019
Book
Hardback
232 pages
978-0-19-093309-8 (ISBN)
Description
Patterns of migration for the purpose of religious mission are an unexamined dimension of the immigration narrative. Catholic sisters from many countries around the world come to the United States to minister and to study. Sociologists from Trinity Washington University and CARA at Georgetown University combined forces to document and understand this contemporary and historical phenomenon. Together, they located more than 4,000 "international sisters" who are currently in the United States for formation, studies, or ministry, from 83 countries spread over six continents. Through surveys, focus groups, and interviews, they heard the stories of these sisters and learned of their joys and satisfactions as well as their struggles and challenges.
This book examines the experience of these sisters in depth and offers valuable suggestions for religious institutes, Catholic dioceses and parishes, and others who benefit from their contributions. More broadly, this book also raises awareness of immigration issues at a time of great contention in the public policy debate in the United States. Illustrated with instructive graphics and tables, it is an accessible and inviting resource for academics and the media, as well as bishops, and leaders of Catholic health care, social service, education, pastoral, and philanthropic institutions.
This book examines the experience of these sisters in depth and offers valuable suggestions for religious institutes, Catholic dioceses and parishes, and others who benefit from their contributions. More broadly, this book also raises awareness of immigration issues at a time of great contention in the public policy debate in the United States. Illustrated with instructive graphics and tables, it is an accessible and inviting resource for academics and the media, as well as bishops, and leaders of Catholic health care, social service, education, pastoral, and philanthropic institutions.
Reviews / Votes
This book is a necessity for any scholar, professor, student, or religious interested or involved in American history, global Christianity, religious migration, religious demographics, feminist theology, global mission, dialog, and intercultural collaboration. * Allison Kach, Boston University, MA, Religious Studies Review * Migration for Mission puts the study of international sisters within the broader context of international migration, and one chapter explores challenges with the visa and immigration processes. ...The strengths of Migration for Mission certainly outweigh any shortcomings and it is a valuable contribution to sociological research. * Catherine Hoegeman, Sociology of Religion: A Quarterly Review * This is an important exploration of a notable but under-studied group of ministers in the U.S. Catholic Church * Catherine Hoegeman, Missouri State University, Sociology of Religion *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
514 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-093309-8 (9780190933098)
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Additional editions

Mary S. N. D. De N. Johnson | Mary Gautier | Patricia S. C. Wittberg
Migration for Mission
International Catholic Sisters in the United States
E-Book
02/2019
1st Edition
OUP eBook
€10.99
Available for download

Mary S. N. D. De N. Johnson | Mary Gautier | Patricia S. C. Wittberg
Migration for Mission
International Catholic Sisters in the United States
E-Book
02/2019
1st Edition
OUP eBook
€13.99
Available for download
Persons
Mary Johnson, S.N.D. de N. is Professor of Sociology and Religious Studies at Trinity Washington University in Washington D.C. Previously she was on the faculty of Emmanuel College in Boston.
Mary L. Gautier is Senior Research Associate at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University.
Patricia Wittberg, S.C. is Emeritus Professor of Sociology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis and Research Associate at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University.
Thu T. Do, L.H.C. is a Visiting Scholar at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University.
Mary L. Gautier is Senior Research Associate at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University.
Patricia Wittberg, S.C. is Emeritus Professor of Sociology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis and Research Associate at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University.
Thu T. Do, L.H.C. is a Visiting Scholar at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University.
Author
Professor of Sociology and Religious StudiesProfessor of Sociology and Religious Studies, Trinity Washington University
Senior Research AssociateSenior Research Associate, Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate
Research AssociateResearch Associate, Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate
Content
Acknowledgements
Introduction Chapter 1: Since the Beginning: A Historical View of International Sisters in the United States
Chapter 2: Within and Beyond Borders: Multiple Pathways of International Sisters to the United States
Chapter 3: A Diverse Presence: The Demographics of International Sisters Today
Chapter 4: Bonds of Belonging: Issues of Satisfaction among International Sisters
Chapter 5: Intercultural Challenges: The Concerns of International Sisters
Chapter 6: Vows and Visas: Catholic Organizational Support for International Sisters
Chapter 7: International Sister Students Today: Institute and University Responses
Chapter 8: Bridges, Not Walls: The Mission of International Sisters in the United States
Chapter 9: Conclusion: Implications and Recommendations References
Index
Introduction Chapter 1: Since the Beginning: A Historical View of International Sisters in the United States
Chapter 2: Within and Beyond Borders: Multiple Pathways of International Sisters to the United States
Chapter 3: A Diverse Presence: The Demographics of International Sisters Today
Chapter 4: Bonds of Belonging: Issues of Satisfaction among International Sisters
Chapter 5: Intercultural Challenges: The Concerns of International Sisters
Chapter 6: Vows and Visas: Catholic Organizational Support for International Sisters
Chapter 7: International Sister Students Today: Institute and University Responses
Chapter 8: Bridges, Not Walls: The Mission of International Sisters in the United States
Chapter 9: Conclusion: Implications and Recommendations References
Index