Episode 395: The Hidden Crisis Facing Aging Catholic Sisters with Filmmaker Linda Corley

What happens when religious sisters who have spent their lives caring for others grow older and find themselves in need of care? And what happens when a religious community approaches the end of its existence?

Filmmaker Linda Corley joins Fr. Edward Looney to discuss her new PBS documentary, Walking My Sister Home, which explores the challenges facing aging Catholic sisters and the uncertain future of some religious communities.

In this conversation, Linda shares how she selected the religious orders featured in the documentary, the different challenges sisters face in the United States, Mexico, and Africa, and how even small donations can make a significant difference. They also discuss the future of religious life, what surprised Linda during filming, and the moving story of the sisters in Tiffin, Ohio, whose community is approaching its final chapter.

Discover what these remarkable women taught Linda about faith, service, aging, and leaving a lasting legacy.

Watch the documentary: Visit https://walkingmysisterhome.com to learn more about the film and where to watch it. Walking My Sister Home is also available for streaming through PBS.org.