Ascension Saint Agnes nurses to protest Catholic hospital chain’s unfaithful financial investments
Summary
Nurses at Ascension St. Agnes in Baltimore announced they would hold a rally to protest the hospital chain’s financial investments, which they say conflict with Catholic values and Vatican guidance. They argue that Ascension has put profits ahead of its stated faith-based mission, while patient care and staffing suffer. Nurses are calling for transparency in how Ascension invests and for redirection of resources toward patient and community needs. See more about the investments here.
Relevance
This episode highlights the tensions between the professed religious mission of Catholic health care and the financial practices of large Catholic health systems. It illustrates how frontline workers can challenge institutions to align their operations more closely with Catholic ethical commitments, particularly regarding stewardship of resources and prioritization of patient care.