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Coming Soon:
Planting Seeds Series
Coming Soon:
Planting Seeds Series
The Seeds of Justice Network is preparing the next season of our Planting Seeds Series—a collection of thought-provoking conversations and gatherings designed to inspire justice, deepen faith, and strengthen community.
This spring, we’ll explore the theme of Solidarity, with a focused look at housing in St. Louis. This fall, we’ll turn to Rights and Responsibilities: The Common Good, lifting up our shared responsibility to care for our brothers and sisters in Christ—now more than ever.
While dates are still being finalized, we invite you to stay tuned. New events are taking shape, and we look forward to sharing more soon.
Together, we will continue planting seeds of justice, hope, and transformation. 🌱
Past Events
Past Events
In the Footsteps of Jesus with Jack Jezreel - May, 2024
Dignity of Work & Rights of Workers with Brother Ken Homan - November 2025
Family and Community Participation with Sister Simone Campbell, SSS - September 2024
Dignity of the Human Person - Focus on Immigration with Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ - April, 2025
Dignity of Work and Rights of the Worker
Dignity of Work and Rights of the Worker
On November 10, we came together to affirm a powerful truth: work is sacred. In a world where workers are too often undervalued, underpaid, and unheard, this gathering was a bold reminder that the dignity of work is not optional—it is holy.
Through prayer, reflection, and action, Dignity of Work and Rights of the Worker called us to confront systems that exploit labor and to renew our commitment to justice. Faith did not stop at belief that night—it moved us to solidarity, to listening, and to action.
Together, we stood with those who labor, organize, and build the common good, recommitting ourselves to the call to honor the sacred dignity of every worker.
An Evening with Sister Norma Pimentel:
Exploring the Dignity of the Human Person Through the Lens of Immigration
An Evening with Sister Norma Pimentel:
Exploring the Dignity of the Human Person Through the Lens of Immigration
In April 2025, more than 400 people gathered for a powerful evening centered on the Dignity of the Human Person, explored through the lived realities of immigration. The room was filled with listening hearts, honest questions, and a shared commitment to justice.
We were deeply honored to welcome Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ—named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2020—whose lifelong dedication to migrant families brought both urgency and hope to the conversation. As Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, Sister Norma shared firsthand experiences from the U.S.–Mexico border, offering a compelling witness to compassion in action and the resilience of immigrant communities.
This gathering marked the second event in Seeds of Justice Network’s two-year series exploring the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching. Alongside Sister Norma, local leaders from The MICA Project and St. Francis Community Services lifted up stories of hope, perseverance, and accompaniment happening right here in our own community.
Through keynote reflections, thoughtful Q&A, and opportunities to connect with local organizations, the evening moved beyond awareness—calling participants to action. It was a reminder that faith invites us not only to learn, but to respond.
Together, we listened, we reflected, and we left inspired to continue building a more just and compassionate community.
Sister Norma, SOJN Board and Guests at Dinner with the winners of our drawing
Sister Norma, SOJN Board and Guests at Dinner with the winners of our drawing
Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ speaking at SLUH High on the Dignity of the Human Person through the lens of Immigration on April 10, 2025
Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ speaking at SLUH High on the Dignity of the Human Person through the lens of Immigration on April 10, 2025
Planting Seeds:
Planting Seeds:
Growing Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching
Growing Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching
Seeds of Justice Network launched the Planting Seeds: Growing the Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching series with a powerful and historic gathering featuring Sister Simone Campbell, SSS as our inaugural keynote speaker. A former Executive Director of NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Sister Simone set the tone for what would become a transformative journey of faith and action.
On September 26, Sister Simone’s reflection on “Call to Family, Community, and Participation” challenged and inspired participants to more deeply examine how Catholic Social Teaching shapes not only what we believe, but how we live, engage, and show up for one another. Her message sparked meaningful dialogue and a renewed sense of responsibility to participate fully in the life of our communities.
This inaugural event marked the beginning of a multi-year series exploring the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching and their impact on our faith journey. Building on this strong foundation, 2025 will focus on the themes of Solidarity, Care for God’s Creation, and the Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers, continuing the call to connect faith with action in tangible and transformative ways.
Together, we are planting seeds—rooted in justice, nourished by faith, and growing toward lasting change. 🌱
Sister Simone Campbell, SSSS Signing a copy of her book for guest at the event.
Sister Simone Campbell, SSSS with the Seeds of Justice Board of Directors and special guests the evening before the event at a private dinner.
In the Footsteps of Jesus: A Vibrant Church of Missionary Disciples
In the Footsteps of Jesus: A Vibrant Church of Missionary Disciples
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
Seeds of Justice Network and JustFaith Ministries brought an opportunity to hear and be inspired by Jack Jezreel, who founded JustFaith Ministries in 1989. Borrowing from the scriptures, Catholic Social Teaching and Pope Francis, Jack highlighted how the Gospel invites us to a life of compassion, a life that changes us and the world around us. In addition, he described a strategy for parishes to nurture and empower their members to become vessels of God's healing and love in the world. The result? Transformed people, transformed churches, and a transformed world. The way is simple; it's just not easy.
Doing Justice in a Divided Nation & Church
Doing Justice in a Divided Nation & Church
April 27, 2021
April 27, 2021
After opening remarks by Seeds of Justice Network Board President Pat Dougherty and prayer by Bernie Sammons, Fr. Fred Kammer, SJ, reminded us that our divisions as a nation and Church have a history spanning centuries. He highlighted facets to history and noted the divisions are becoming increasingly personal – to the end that many see the “other” as the enemy or as evil.
Using the lens of Catholic Social Teaching, Fr. Kammer challenged us to look beyond “our team” for “Team Catholic” and called us to practice “faithjustice” by:
Listening deeply
Reaching across division to work on specific issues of shared interest
Drawing on the variety of Catholic teachers and resources
Generously using storytelling, Scripture and humor.
Then local justice leaders shared their work and opportunities to engage. Elyse Max shared the work of Missourians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty, and Denise Lieberman shared how Missouri Voter Protection Coalition guards the vote. Kim Davis shared a powerful story of her personal passion in starting Project Read & Feed and the impact it’s making for children in St. Louis.
One of the special elements of the program featured small group discussion where participants met several other like-minded and hopeful neighbors, reflected on the content shared, and made plans for future action. Upon reconvening as a full group, participants shared out, heard about opportunities to participate in JustFaith programs, and were called to action.
Voting: What’s a Catholic to do?
Voting: What’s a Catholic to do?
October 6, 2020
October 6, 2020
Panelists:
Fr. Fred Kammer, SJ
Meg Olson, NETWORK Lobby
Daniel Isom Ph.D., REJIS Commission; Retired Chief of Police SLMPD
Heidi Schlumpf, National Catholic Reporter
To continue exploring the topic, we recommend:
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: A Call to Political Responsibility – U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops video series (in English, Español, Tagalog, Tiếng Việt)
Catholics, Abortion and Voting: Time to Correct the Record – National Catholic Reporter article discussed in Q&A
Justice, Peace & Human Development Resources & Tools – U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, includes the Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching referenced in the closing prayer
Systemic Racism is a Pro-Life Issue – National Catholic Reporter/National Black Catholic Congress podcast
Catholic Social Thought – Jesuit Social Research Institute
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