• The Time Is Now

  • A Call to Uncommon Courage
  • By: Joan Chittister
  • Narrated by: Joan Chittister
  • Length: 3 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (224 ratings)

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The Time Is Now

By: Joan Chittister
Narrated by: Joan Chittister
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Publisher's summary

A beloved nun and social activist offers a soul-stirring guide for all who feel disillusioned and dissatisfied with the power-hungry institutions and systems of this world.

“A cri de coeur against the status quo and for a bold spirituality to fight injustice.” (The New York Times

In The Time Is Now, Sister Joan Chittister - a rabble-rousing force of nature for social justice and fervent proponent of personal faith and spiritual fulfillment - draws on the wisdom of prophets, both ancient and modern, to help us confront the societal forces that oppress and silence the sacred voices among us. 

Pairing scriptural insights with narratives of the truth-tellers that came before us, Sister Joan offers a compelling vision for listeners to combat complacency and to propel ourselves toward creating a world of justice, freedom, peace, and empowerment. For the weary, the cranky, and the fearful, this energizing message invites us to participate in a vision for a world greater than the one we find ourselves in today. This is spirituality in action; this is practical and powerful activism for our times. 

Praise for The Time Is Now

“For decades Chittister has been a prolific author and advocate for women and social justice inside and outside the realm of the Catholic Church. Here she shares her perspective on the current state of equity, social justice, and the environment and calls on all Christians to explore the traits of prophets, many of which they can find within themselves . . . offering motivation as well as ways to accomplish change.” (Booklist)

“A series of short essays to encourage and refresh the spirit of activists . . . applicable to both progressive and conservative Christians. Will appeal to spiritual readers seeking an encouraging book for social justice advocacy.” (Library Journal, starred review) 

©2019 Joan Chittister (P)2019 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Chittister’s voice has a clarity and a vigor that encourages us, in spite of everything, to look ahead with optimism and a sense of endless possibility.” (Catholic Outlook)

"Joan Chittister is that rare combination of a gifted spiritual writer and a great prophetic voice in our church, speaking out for women, for minorities, and for all marginalized people. When I think of someone who speaks truth to power, I think of Joan." (James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage)

"Chittister has earned her place as one of the illuminators of our age." (Chicago Tribune)

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Excellent as usual.

Joan Chittister is profound. She is someone who has done her homework in life.....and then some.

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Calling all prophets!

I don't consider myself a God-fearing Christian, but I believe in the work of Jesus Christ. This book calls all of us to action. Sister Joan lets us know we cannot simply remain in our comfort zone or hide behind our fears of not being good enough to lead. She calls us out on our fears of not measuring up, of selfish perfectionism, of hiding our brilliance. She is calling us to lead from where we are, right now. Incredibly timely and compelling.

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As good as expected

This was a fantastic book. Thoughtful, inspirational, honest and challenging. My appreciation was enhanced withSister Joan’s narration which felt as if she was sitting in a room talking to me.
I have already recommended the book to more than 15 people. I’ve never been this effusive about any book.

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One of the Most Important Books 21st Century

My wife and I have bought twenty copies of this book, and given them all away. Twenty people have contacted us saying this book has impacted them. Yes... it’s that good.

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Prophetic

What a great and timely book! Please, please send to each of the senators in the US Congress.

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Accountability

Provoking reflection, and motivating action, this book invokes a desire for more solutions to our world problems.

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Excellent

The author made me think below the surface., and to exam my motives. I realize it takes grit and action to initiate change.

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Delightful and super encouraging

During the last three years, we have watched our nation become divided. I have watched Christians forget that love was there first mission by God. This was a great reminder and that we need to put our feet and hands in the direction of helping each other and loving each other, and then that each one of us inside has a prophet that needs to speak the truth, no matter what the consequences are, whether we know it or not, it will change the direction of the world as we know it. Perseverance and time guarantee victory.

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Truly a call to action

This may be the most inspirational book I’ve read in my adult life. It challenges you to truly serve the hands and feet of Christ

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Wonderful

Insight with clarity. Easy to comprehend and appreciate her sense of urgency in today’s world. First heard her on an interview with Oprah and had to get the book.

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Prophetic spirituality

A wonderful book with informed and well-considered insights by a woman who speaks prophetically with humility. Joan stresses the responsibilities of us all in speaking the truths learnt through our spiritual experience, to call out hypocrisy in the world.

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