Our Values

You are invited to join Land Justice Futures on Tuesday, July 7, as the apply a critical, historical lens to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, learn about the Indigenous roots of American democracy, and discuss the unfinished work of truth-telling, repair, and right relationship for the next 250 years.

We will be in conversation with Condoled Mohawk Clanmother “Mommabear” Louise Herne, How We Citizen host Baratunde Thurston, and Reverend Sara Jolena Wolcott, a theologian and descendent of one of the signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

In this webinar we will…

• Learn about how the Founding Fathers and the unrealized ideals of the United States – liberty, justice, equality of all – were inspired by Haudenosaunee democratic tradition spanning over 1000 years.
• Hear about the fundamental Indigenous principles and civic structures that were ignored or misunderstood in the formation of the Republic, and the foundational political philosophy that is still on offer from Haudenosaunee elders.
• Reflect on the current state of our democracy and what's needed in this change of era.
• Ground in what it might look like to de-center “Independence” and move towards becoming a society that honors our Interdependence.

REGISTER HERE

In advance of this event, you are invited to consider these reflection questions and read this essay from LJF’s Sarah Bradley. While not required to participate, the hope is these resources offer you important context and insights to think about in the weeks ahead.
 

NETWORK Advocates is launching See. Love. Vote., a 501(c)(3) non-partisan voter engagement and education campaign rooted in the Catholic Social Justice tradition. This is a multi-faith, non-partisan effort to engage and mobilize everyone to participate in the 2026 elections.  

Led by NETWORK Advocates and faith partners across the country, they are connecting communities with the tools they need to be informed and energized voters, inspired by the common good. The goal is simple: move people to participate in our democracy by voting, informed by facts and grounded by faith. Together, we can make life better for all. 

To celebrate the kick-off of this campaign and share ways to get involved, NETWORK and our faith partners are hosting a See. Love. Vote. Virtual Launch Party on Thursday, July 9 at 6:30 PM Central.  At this event, you will hear faith leaders and advocates across the country share what they are seeing in their communities, how they are responding with love, and why they are voting. You will also learn about the tools and resources that we will provide throughout the election season to make sure that everyone is an informed and engaged voter!

To help you pick the candidates that best serve your values, consider using the checklist and other resources: https://www.networkadvocates.org/vote/#resources 
 

More than 1.6 billion people worldwide lack adequate housing, and at least 150 million are entirely without shelter. Homelessness is not merely an absence of a roof — it is the compounded denial of water, sanitation, energy, safety, dignity, and economic participation. It is both a cause and consequence of systemic inequality, and its persistence represents one of the most visible failures of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

With the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) midpoint now past and voluntary national reviews underway, the 2026 High Level Political Forum (HLPF) provides a critical moment to examine how homelessness intersects with the goals under review — particularly SDGs 6, 7, 9, 11, and 17. Progress on these goals is inextricably linked: a person without stable housing cannot meaningfully access clean water or sanitation (SDG 6); cannot benefit from affordable, clean energy (SDG 7); is excluded from digital and physical infrastructure (SDG 9); and is the direct subject of SDG 11's target 11.1 on adequate housing for all. Realizing these commitments demands the kind of integrated, multi-stakeholder partnership envisioned by SDG 17.

You are invited to attend a virtual side event of the HLPF on Thursday, July 9, 7:30 am-9:00 am Central Time titled, “Thirst, Hygiene, and Dignity: The Hidden Face of Homelessness under SDS’s 6, 7, 9, 11 and 17. This event will be moderated by Sister Jean Quinn, DW, who continues to serve as Executive Director of UNANIMA International through September 30, 2026.

ECOSOC-accredited Event Sponsor: Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
ECOSOC-accredited Event Co-Sponsors: Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Loreto Generalate, Working Group to End Homelessness, NGO Committee for Social Development, Justice Coalition of Religious

Expected Outcomes

• Increased awareness of homelessness as a multi SDG issue
• Identification of practical, integrated solutions
• Strengthened collaboration across sectors and stakeholders

Target Audience

• Member States and government representatives
• UN agencies and experts
• Civil society and grassroots organizations
• Faith-based organizations

Registration Link: https://daughtersofcharity.zoom.us/meeting/register/Mq1oxFSyQiyh16FfwRPXKQ   
 

Parade of Prairies is brought to you by Gottfried Prairie & Arboretum. 

Visit any or all of the prairies on this tour of native prairies throughout the Fond du Lac area, including two prairies on private land. The times listed for each location indicate when a host will be on site. 

9-9:45 a.m. Gottfried Prairie & Arboretum

10-10:45 a.m. Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes (Private Property)

11:15-Noon Laudoff Ledge Conservation Area (County Park)

12:15-1:30 p.m. Nettelhorst Prairie (Private Property) - Bring your own lunch to enjoy a picnic gathering with other attendees

2-2:45 p.m. Greenway Arboretum

Click on any location to open a map or view a map of all sites.

Join the Sisters of St. Agnes for contemplative prayer on one Sunday each month from 4-5 p.m in the CSA Chapel (320 County Rd K, Fond du Lac, WI 54937).

The prayer time begins and ends with a prayer. Silence is maintained in the interim to allow for personal prayers. This prayer is for our country, for peace in the world, and for family and friends.

Join us for your special needs and graces. All are welcome to participate for the hour or a portion of it.

Please arrive by 4pm. 

2026
Prayer Dates

January 11
February 15
March 15
April 19
May 17 
June 7
July 12
August 16
September 13
October 11
November 15
December 13

4-5 PM
320 County Rd K
Fond du Lac, WI 54937
 

Advocates, organizers, faith leaders, and community members from across Wisconsin are coming together to build collective power and advance immigration justice at this year’s First Annual Wisconsin Immigration Summit: Stronger Together.

Featuring keynote speaker Attorney General Josh Kaul, the summit will take place July 31 - August 31 at Marian University, Fond du Lac, organized by www.wisdomwisconsin.org.

Don’t miss inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, strategy sessions, and opportunities to connect with others committed to creating change.

Learn more and register TODAY!

To get more involved in immigration work in Wisconsin, you are welcome to attend WISDOM’s virtual meetings - the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. You can find the Zoom information for each meeting on their online calendar here.

Current projects WISDOM is supporting include Know Your Rights training to community members and employers, ending 287(g) agreements, and restoring driver’s licenses. Learn more about their work here.