Sister Helen Prejean
Talking about life, death and a burning passion for justiceThe death penalty is one of the great moral issues facing our country, yet most people rarely think about it and very few of us take the time to delve deeply enough into this issue to be able to make an informed decision about it.
This website is my invitation to you to take that time, to learn, to explore and to reflect.
Hear Sister Helen speak
Sister Helen speaks at schools, colleges, churches, conferences and other events. Find out if she’s coming to your area.
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Read Sister Helen's books
Dead Man Walking and The Death of Innocents sparked the national conversation about the death penalty.
DONATE!
My work with the Ministry Against the Death Penalty depends on contributions from people like you. You can help us to change hearts and minds throughout the country by supporting my talks and boosting our social media campaigns that provide a voice for people on death row, for their families and for the families of victims, who all suffer through the death penalty.
Coping with challenging times
We live in turbulent times when assaults on human rights are public policy, when bigotry is encouraged by those who should provide moral leadership, and when the institutions that are supposed to offer protection are used to harm and enshrine injustice. Join our conversation on how to keep working for justice and a healthy, peaceful world when the odds look insurmountable.
Sister Helen's Justice Train Playlist
SISTER on DVD
“A major piece of art for justice!”
SISTER chronicles the life and work of Sister Helen Prejean and examines the evolving role of nuns in the 21st Century. It is being broadcast nationally on PBS (starting with WPBT Miami in October, 2019).
The two-hour Director’s Cut of SISTER will be available on DVD within the coming months.
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Pope Francis on the death penalty
Pope Francis is building on opposition to the death penalty. I’ve been glad to play a part in these developments.
Writing to someone in prison
Writing to someone in prison is a special gift for both of you, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Here are some pointers.
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