Veritas - Searching for Truth -Study
Truth. Veritas.
This motto of the Dominican Order proclaims a dedication to a common search for truth. From their foundation, Dominicans have believed that God is revealed in every nook and cranny of the cosmos.
One of the early stories of St. Dominic is that of an all night discussion he had with a heretical innkeeper in Toulouse. He listened and heard God in what mattered to the inn keeper. It was in the deep listening with warmth that “multiplied the discussions” so the Spirit of God was revealed to the man
This search calls Dominicans to credibility in their ministry in parishes, schools, retreat houses, hospitals, nursing homes -- anywhere the are .called. It demands a careful listening and study of issues facing those with and to whom we minister. Such study can take many forms using the latest technologies, conferences, presence to others as well as academic study.
Veritas has lead Northeast Dominicans to minister in the US plus missions in Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Pakistan and the Dominican Republic and beyond. It has led sisters to visit Iraq, Israel, the Palestinian territories, and the UN in a search for truth. It has lead us to look at our lives in terms of the ecosystems of the planet and to discern the use of lands held in common.More about justice and peace...
Proclaiming and standing for truth calls for courage and humility. Knowing
we do not have all the answers. Those we serve can know even more than we.
Just as Catherine of Siena found truth called her to speak in ways she never dreamed; as today truth calls Dominicans to speak and move into new ministries. We have taken corporate stances as congregations against Nuclear War, the Death Penalty, the War in Iraq and other issues. We have sponsored ministries when needs beckoned. Only God knows what the future holds.
Every day we are bombarded with information. We are interconnected on a global scale yet we ask what is the truth? We wonder if we can find it.
The Order of Preachers sharing the Gospel for over 800 years.
Disputatio or honest discussion calls us to listening for the spark of truth even in opposing arguments that the fullness of Truth may be revealed. God’s loving presence revealed to us through Jesus Christ is the deepest truth.
What does Veritas mean for the world?
The truth brings us to face hard questions in mutuality and solidarity with the poor and marginalized of the world. It is not always clear or easy. We do not always agree. But in the struggle the Preaching Continues .
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