“Unido a DAI trabajamos por la justicia social y cumplimos con la Doctrina Social de la Iglesia, generando estructuras más justas y más humanas para todos.”

“Together with DAI, we work for social justice and fulfill the Social Doctrine of the Church, generating fairer and more humane structures for everyone.”

Fray Angel Rios, OFM Cap.

Our Lady of San Juan de los Lagos - St. Teresa Catholic Church

“In these times of uncertainty, I’ve grappled with questions of self, survival, power and purpose. Who do I often turn to in exploring such questions? The mentors, co-creators, and partners who bring community organizing into the fabric of our congregations. When I forget to ask the big questions or doubt what might be possible, it is in the depth of relationships, the whip-smart theological lessons, the breaking out of routine and the proximity to the pain of my neighbor that I not only become a better clergyperson — I become a better mom and daughter, partner and friend. 

Through our work with DAI, we, Temple Emanu-El, become what our name calls us to be “Emanu-El”—a place where “God is among us”—a community of sacred encounter.”

Rabbi Kimberly Herzog Cohen

Temple Emanu-El

“Antes de pertenecer a DAI pensé que debía vivir en la clandestinidad.  Cuando lo conocí me di cuenta que tengo derechos y deberes ante mi comunidad, familia y a la Iglesia.” 

“Before joining DAI, I thought I had to live in the shadows [as an immigrant]. When I got to know DAI, I realized that I, too, have rights and duties before my community, family and the Church.”

Claudia Cruz

St. Luke Catholic Church