1. What are the similarities between Anne Emlen Mifflin and Katharine Drexel's faith journeys?
Both Anne Emlen Mifflin and Katharine Drexel grew up in affluence and felt impelled to walk in God's path of justice and mercy. They experienced dark nights of the soul, kept private journals weighing their sense of call, and struggled with family members who failed to understand their fervor. Both women fought against an entrenched system of racism and embraced causes that were politically unpopular. However, Katharine Drexel never had biological children, while Anne Mifflin had to choose between maternal love and vocation. Both women were equally driven to improve the lives of indigenous peoples who were suffering under the dominance of whites. Understanding their faith journeys within the context of their tumultuous era provides a comprehensive view of their lives and convictions.
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