Social scientists develop knowledge that is directly pertinent to global challenges and crises and need to be included in initiatives taken to address them. This book is a step towards such presentation and involvement. Global crises are crucially intertwined with our relationships, groups, organizations, communities, institutions, how they collaborate with each other, how they compete with each other, and the dynamics intermingled with these.

I have always valued Walter Brueggemann’s insight that “Advent is an invitation …”

The Special Chapter of the Society of the Sacred Heart closed on December 2, 2021. The delegates representing the United States – Canada Province were Provincial Suzanne Cooke, RSCJ; Imma De Stefanis, RSCJ; Juliet Mousseau, RSCJ; and former Superior General Kathleen Conan, RSCJ.

In this Mission Advancement Annual Report issue of Heart magazine, the Society of the Sacred Heart, United States – Canada Province shares stories of light and gratitude. Read about the beginnings of the Province's mission advancement office in RSCJ Q&A with Shirley Miller, RSCJ; reflections from Ruth Cunnings, RSCJ, who recently professed her first vows; memories and insights from alumnae/i of Network of Sacred Heart schools; and how members of various generations of the Sacred Heart family remain engaged with the Society's mission.