Welcome to the website of “Friends of the Dorothy Day Guild.” The most effective way for future generations to be inspired by Dorothy Day’s life and values is through official canonization. “Friends of the Dorothy Day Guild” exists to promote this cause.
Why canonize Dorothy Day? When the Roman Catholic Church canonizes a person, it gives a model for living the life of Christ in the world today. Dorothy Day’s life and work reflect the non-violence and care for the poor that Jesus lived. She taught us to see the face of Christ in the poor and to work for justice for all. Canonization is the best way to further the ideals to which she dedicated her life, but the cause for her canonization can only move forward after a special favor has been granted through her intercession.
To join in this endeavor, start by taking out membership in the Guild for Dorothy Day
(www.dorothydayguild.org ) . The Guild, sponsored by the Archdiocese of New York, is the official instrument through which the beatification and eventual canonization will happen. People who are praying for a special favor through Dorothy’s intercession send their requests into the Guild. While “Friends of the Dorothy Day Guild” has no official association with the Guild and acts independently, it is joining in prayer for her special intercession in these intentions.
Please join in prayer with others who are working for Dorothy’s canonization. (See “about us” for details.)
Dorothy Day is already a saint in the eyes of millions. It’s time to make it official and build the momentum needed to make her canonization a reality.
Why canonize Dorothy Day? When the Roman Catholic Church canonizes a person, it gives a model for living the life of Christ in the world today. Dorothy Day’s life and work reflect the non-violence and care for the poor that Jesus lived. She taught us to see the face of Christ in the poor and to work for justice for all. Canonization is the best way to further the ideals to which she dedicated her life, but the cause for her canonization can only move forward after a special favor has been granted through her intercession.
To join in this endeavor, start by taking out membership in the Guild for Dorothy Day
(www.dorothydayguild.org ) . The Guild, sponsored by the Archdiocese of New York, is the official instrument through which the beatification and eventual canonization will happen. People who are praying for a special favor through Dorothy’s intercession send their requests into the Guild. While “Friends of the Dorothy Day Guild” has no official association with the Guild and acts independently, it is joining in prayer for her special intercession in these intentions.
Please join in prayer with others who are working for Dorothy’s canonization. (See “about us” for details.)
Dorothy Day is already a saint in the eyes of millions. It’s time to make it official and build the momentum needed to make her canonization a reality.
